Barcelona-Tokyo flight a priority, say Catalan and Japanese officials
Foreign minister and consul express their wish for a direct link between the two capitals, and stress close business and cultural ties
December 10, 2019 06:37 PM
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Business & economic news from Barcelona and Catalonia
Seat breaks sales record for second year in a row
Automaker sold 542,800 vehicles worldwide by November, over 10% more than last year
December 9, 2019 06:59 PM
Ryanair Girona base to remain open as workers agree nine-month contracts
New working conditions accepted by staff of the low-cost airline will see them go unemployed three months of the year
December 9, 2019 02:54 PM
9 in 10 economists say Catalan economic situation same or worse than 2018
Two thirds of those polled see political situation in Catalonia and Spain as one of main concerns
December 5, 2019 03:47 PM
Barcelona one of Europe's most innovative cities, says new report
Chamber of Commerce study says Catalan capital continues to attract talent and investment, but must improve security
December 4, 2019 06:01 PM
Unemployment up for fifth month in a row but best November since 2015
Jobless number stands at 390,182, around 4,000 fewer people than 12 months ago
December 3, 2019 11:08 AM
NiceOne digital entertainment festival draws over 120,000
Revamped Barcelona Games World celebrates new format with immersive experiences, talks and business meetings alongside video games
December 2, 2019 11:32 AM
Gender pay gap at 22.6% in Catalonia, says union
CCOO asks for "firm response" at the fact that men earn 25.1k while women 19.5k on average
November 29, 2019 02:54 PM
Operators SNCF and Air Nostrum to compete in operating high-speed trains from 2020
Liberalization of railway services to increase commercial offer by 65%
November 27, 2019 03:06 PM
Google looking to double Barcelona workforce 'in near future'
Country Manager for Spain and Portugal says internet giant has "total" commitment to Catalan capital
November 25, 2019 11:55 AM
Exports rise to near all-time best at end of 2019
€55bn in Catalan goods sold abroad in 2019 so far, making up a quarter of Spain’s international sales
November 21, 2019 03:11 PM
Catalan GDP forecast down over ‘uncertainty’ concerns, says top bank
BBVA lowers economic growth prospects for 2019-2020 and warns of long-lasting impact on international tourism
November 20, 2019 06:21 PM
A virtual stroll down Barcelona's Passeig de Gràcia boulevard
Pilot project unveils mixed reality headset with local information and letting users explore buildings, book hotel rooms, and even go shopping
November 19, 2019 02:30 PM
Business delegation aims to sell Catalonia in Japan
Ministers visit Tokyo and Yokohama to meet Nissan executives, boost trade and attract more Japanese tourists
November 13, 2019 12:26 PM
Fira Barcelona head guarantees that Mobile World Congress will stay in city
Despite the recent political and societal turmoil in Barcelona, Pau Relat is adamant that the situation will ''go back to normal''
November 12, 2019 02:29 PM
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