The meeting, hosted by the Llobregat Business Forum at the CIEC–DONDE Start-up, focused on the city's transition from a traditional tourism destination to a hub for high-value-added activities. Reyes emphasized the need for administrative agility to attract international investment and foster local development.
“"Castelldefels has an extraordinary opportunity to consolidate itself as a reference innovation pole thanks to the UPC and the Mediterranean Technology Park."
The presence of the Polytechnic University of Catalonia (UPC) and the Mediterranean Technology Park was highlighted as a strategic asset. Leaders agreed that connecting academic knowledge with the local business fabric is essential for regional competitiveness and social cohesion.
