Castilla-La Mancha: A Thriving Ecosystem for ICT Business Development

In a region home to over 2 million inhabitants, Castilla-La Mancha places a distinct focus on fostering the growth of its businesses, aiming to invigorate its economic landscape. Thanks to its top-tier infrastructure, this region not only fosters innovation but also champions research, development, and innovation (RDI) within its boundaries.

Abundant Talent Pool in the ICT Sector
The Castilla-La Mancha region boasts an enrollment of over 30,000 university students across various institutions, offering a diverse range of more than 50 academic programs. The escalating number of students specializing in information and communication technologies (ICT) and digital advancements provides burgeoning businesses in these sectors access to a highly skilled workforce.

The region is home to two distinguished universities: the University of Castilla-La Mancha (UCLM) and the University of Alcalá de Henares, renowned for providing accredited degrees that impart essential skills for the ever-evolving landscape of digital professions.

Technological Infrastructure and Regional Support

Castilla-La Mancha benefits from a flourishing ecosystem of dynamic companies specializing in information and communication technologies (ICT).

The Regional Center for Digital Innovation actively promotes R&D in cutting-edge fields such as cloud computing, cybersecurity, and data intelligence.

As an innovative hub, Castilla-La Mancha extends support to entrepreneurs in the ICT sector through structures like INNOCAM, dedicated to fostering research and innovation.

The territory hosts a robust data network capable of providing high-quality resources, thereby propelling the growth of digital enterprises.

Specialized districts within the region offer purpose-built facilities, collaborative workspaces, incubators, and office spaces, creating an environment that stimulates the expansion of this burgeoning ecosystem.

Aligned with the Adelante Plan 2020/2023, a range of grants and incentives is now accessible to support the initial phase of ICT startups.

Distinguished Groups and Recognized Startups

The region boasts a diverse array of digital and ICT companies that have chosen Castilla-La Mancha as their base for business operations.

One notable example is META, which recently established its state-of-the-art data center in Talavera de la Reina.

This dynamic vitality solidifies Castilla-La Mancha as a prominent attraction and an indispensable hub in the ICT landscape.