Canary Islands: A Hotspot for Business and Investment
The Canary Islands have emerged as a highly sought after destination for both travel enthusiasts and business minds. Beyond compelling leisure offerings, the archipelago hosts an exceptionally favorable business environment, highlighted by one of Europe’s most attractive tax regimes. The regional government reports a corporate tax rate that remains low, bolstering the islands’ appeal to startups, scaleups, and multinational teams looking to optimize tax efficiency while maintaining high standards of operation.
Quotations from Canary Island Center, a program shaped by Proexca and the Canary Islands Government, illuminate why the archipelago is becoming a pivotal investment niche in Spain and in the broader European market. Proexca collaborates with Spain’s Ministry of Economy and the Government of the Canary Islands to showcase the region’s distinctive advantages and investment potential. The venue for a recent discussion, Valencia’s port environment and its media partners, underscores the ongoing effort to highlight the islands’ business-friendly climate.
Key assets include a stable and competitive fiscal framework, strategic Atlantic location, and a robust logistics and commercial platform capable of supporting international trade and regional supply chains. These factors collectively attract talent, innovation, and capital from diverse sectors, reinforcing the islands as a credible hub for growth and development. The gathering emphasized how well the Canary Islands integrate with Europe’s single market and how they function as a gateway for companies seeking to establish EU operations without compromising on cost efficiency.
Experts and business leaders from around Europe share insights on how double taxation treaties, EU directives, and competition law shape the decision to base regional headquarters in the Canary Islands. With more than seven hundred companies already choosing the archipelago as a base for operations and expansion, the region demonstrates a proven track record of enabling scale and resilient growth across multiple industries.
how can i join the meeting
A focused information event organized by the Canarian Government and major regional media outlets will bring together executives, economists, and policy makers. The session is scheduled for a Friday at the Veles e Vents complex, and seating is limited to one hundred attendees. The program offers a practical view of how businesses can leverage the islands for growth while navigating regional and European regulatory frameworks.
Forecasts and analyses from respected economists will explore how both small and medium-sized firms and larger Valencian and national companies can expand operations on the Canary Islands with solid governance, transparent processes, and clear risk management. Attendees will learn about strategic sectors where the islands show strength, including information and communications technology, R&D and innovation, audiovisual and digital media, blue economy and renewable energy, as well as aviation and logistics. The dialogue also highlights how these sectors interlink with Europe’s broader goals for sustainable growth and energy transition.
Registration for the meeting is available through the event’s official registration page. Interested parties are encouraged to secure their spot to access expert guidance, practical case studies, and networking opportunities that connect investors with regional opportunities on the Canaries.