Alt Empordà aims to become European semiconductor hub with FabCat project

A proposal to locate a tech hub between Vilamalla and El Far d'Empordà seeks regional reindustrialization.

Generic image of a silicon wafer representing semiconductor production in an industrial setting.
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Generic image of a silicon wafer representing semiconductor production in an industrial setting.

The FabCat project aims to establish a semiconductor production hub between Vilamalla and El Far d'Empordà this March to position the region as a strategic technological node.

This industrial move represents a shift for Alt Empordà, moving beyond tourism and logistics towards high-tech manufacturing. The focus is on essential production for the automotive sector and European industry.

"Europe is mobilizing massive investments to recover chip production. If southern France moves forward and we hesitate forever, the window will close."

General Manager of Editorial Empordà · Editorialist
The project requires strict environmental guarantees and a strong connection with universities and vocational training to ensure a qualified local workforce and long-term economic impact.