The Xunta reaffirms its objective in Japan to make Galicia a hub for attracting industrial investment

“Any project interested in establishing itself in Galicia will find on the other side an Administration ready and willing to offer solutions and guarantees,” she points out. Tokyo (Japan), 20 September 2025 The Minister for Economy and Industry, María Jesús Lorenzana, concluded her trip to Japan today with a visit to the Spanish Commercial Office […]
The Xunta presents the Economic Office of Galicia outside Spain for the first time and chooses Asia for its strategic value to Galician companies

“We note that there is a common working framework around the goal of promoting foreign direct investment, which for us, for Galicia, is key,” she states She points out that Japan, the fourth largest economy in the world, moved from being the 31st destination for Galician exports in 2019 to being the 29th in 2024, […]
The people area as a driver of change: four keys in the human resources area

Corporate social responsibility (CSR) has evolved towards a more human model, in which the people area plays a strategic role. Caring for the physical and psychological well-being of teams, promoting diversity, and ensuring a sustainable and ethical work environment are today undisputable priorities. Companies that lead this change not only strengthen their internal culture, but […]
Influence marketing: leveraging creators’ voices to boost brands

Influencer marketing is one of the most effective social media strategies for SMEs that want to consolidate their business and reach a broader audience. It involves collaboration with content creators and allows us to promote the brand and gain visibility. Some benefits of working with influencers Building trust: Influencers already have a community that trusts […]
“The Stress Traffic Light” – 3 Guidelines to Protect Your Team from Stress

Work stress is not just an uncomfortable feeling, but directly impacts the bottom line. In fact, when pressure is maintained constantly, the result is: Productivity suffers and more errors and delays arise that multiply the cost of each task. The work climate deteriorates and irritability increases, collaboration decreases, and staff turnover skyrockets. Innovation freezes, since […]
Lorenzana will travel this week to Japan to celebrate the Day of Galicia at Expo Osaka 2025 and to hold various business meetings to strengthen economic relations with the country

Galicia will be present at this event during the week of 16 to 21 September with a whole series of cultural and gastronomic activities organised by Turismo de Galicia in the Spanish Pavilion The minister will have the opportunity to meet with companies of interest to Galicia such as Fujitsu Limited, Orix Corporation, and Inaba […]
Lorenzana announces that the Xunta is already working on the tender for the expropriation project in Toedo, with the aim of starting the expansion works of the industrial estate in 2027

The Official Galicia Gazette (DOG) today publishes the land-use instrument for this business park, which will allow its area to be expanded by nearly 157,000 m² with an investment exceeding 13 million euros The regional minister emphasises that “we are increasing the current capacity of the industrial estate by 82%.” She adds that the Galician […]
How to improve energy efficiency in your SME?

Reducing costs without losing service quality is one of the main challenges for Galician SMEs and self-employed professionals. One of the biggest fixed expenses in businesses is energy, and that is why improving energy efficiency can make a real difference. At the Economic Office of Galicia, we explain how to take the first steps to […]
The Xunta highlights the value of the Economic Office of Galicia as a ‘new way of engaging with the business sector’ and a driving force for attracting investment and accelerating industrial projects

The director of Igape, Covadonga Toca, presents to the Parliament of Galicia a model designed to facilitate companies’ work—a single window that simplifies procedures, reduces bureaucracy and provides real-time support, placing the productive sector at the centre of public action She highlights that, in its first year of operation, the Office handled more than 26,800 […]
Legal Constitution of a Startup in Galicia: Complete Guide for Innovative Entrepreneurs

Do you have a clear idea, the team, and the necessary financing to create your startup? If so, the next essential step is to formalize its legal constitution. This process not only gives your company legal personality, but also opens the doors to multiple benefits and public aid. Below, I detail the fundamental steps you […]