Aragon’s government has taken a significant step as it approves a landmark deal that positions Microsoft at the heart of the region’s technology landscape. The agreement involves the sale of land within Zaragoza’s Recycling Technology Park (PTR), a site identified for a major data campus development by the global software leader. The transaction carries a total value of 24.5 million euros and covers two parcels that together span 305,626 square meters. This move marks a clear commitment by regional authorities to attract high-profile tech investment while outlining a framework for timely project delivery and fiscal safeguards.
The sale received formal approval this week after the Government of Aragon designated the project as a regional investment that benefits the broader community, a decision announced on October 25. Subsequent validation came from the General Directorate of Contracting, Heritage and Organization, which issued a positive report on the sale on November 2, paving the way for the signing of the contract. The agreement records two separate land tracts, both under public administration ownership, being transferred to the corporate entity involved in the project. This dual-tract arrangement reflects careful real estate management aligned with strategic industrial objectives.
On the first tract, the parcel identified for sale measures 257,813 square meters, as confirmed by cadastral data and official boundaries. In addition, an agreement was reached to divest a secondary portion representing 15 percent of the land; according to the cadastre, this second parcel covers 318,753 square meters with clearly defined borders. The arrangement ensures a balanced transfer of land while preserving essential planning controls that support the project’s scale and logistical considerations.
Working conditions
Several stipulations accompany the transaction to ensure the project unfolds within reasonable timelines and delivers measurable public benefits. The contract includes a performance clause requiring the development schedule to be adhered to, with penalties for delays. If the timelines are not met, the autonomous community of Aragon is entitled to receive a compensation equivalent to 15 percent of the sale price as restitution. This clause underscores the authorities’ intent to secure timely execution and ensure the investment translates into tangible regional gains.
Key milestones govern the project’s progress. The commissioning phase for the data center must be completed within four years from the signing date. The remaining facilities are expected to reach completion over a maximum period of 15 years, contingent on the formal approval of the PIGA framework and the campus’s final authorization. A further safeguard specifies that Microsoft will not be permitted to sell the land or any erected structures within a decade of the sale without prior consent from the Government of Aragon. These conditions are designed to provide a stable development horizon while preserving the region’s strategic interests.
The leadership statement from Aragon’s government reflects a proactive stance toward technology and innovation. A senior official described the deal as a meaningful step toward realizing the “arrival of Microsoft” in the region, signaling progress toward concrete investment that had been announced in the preceding month. The official emphasized that the project is expected to deliver broader benefits for the people of Aragon, enhancing opportunities in the technology sector and contributing to the area’s economic resilience. The commitment to technology and innovation aligns with the region’s broader strategy to attract high-quality digital infrastructure and sustain long-term growth. This development is framed as part of a wider effort to modernize public services, expand employment options, and strengthen regional competitiveness in a rapidly evolving global economy.