A recent report examines the state of the
security and defense industry in Catalonia, which comprises
113 companies and generates
€75 million annually, accounting for just
0.8% of Spain’s total defense sector. The report explores the impact of Catalan companies in the industry, their specialization in
technologies for military aircraft and tanks, and the
potential growth driven by Europe's increased defense spending.
The interview featured
Joan Martorell, CEO of Gutmar anb Vice president of AeroS, who discussed their expertise in manufacturing
critical flight components for military helicopters, exporting
85% of their production to Airbus France, and forecasting
20-30% annual growth over the next decade.
To watch the full report, click
here.