DNV finds Spain is off track for full decarbonisation. Emissions are down 13 per cent since 1990, but could fall 74 per cent by 2050, with transport still dominant and power sector rapidly decarbonising.
The TUI Care Foundation, with Target 8.9 and Wayra Telefónica, has launched TUI Futureshapers Spain, a two-year programme supporting young entrepreneurs and startups to develop green and digital innovations for the tourism sector.
EDGE Group has signed a deal with Spain's EM&E Group to explore the establishment of a UAE-based joint venture, supported by a $1.5 billion commercial pipeline. Under this, EM&E will provide the latest technology in advanced remote weapon stations to UAE and other international markets.
Indra, a Spanish aerospace, defence and mobility systems group, has announced that it has secured the renewal of its operation and maintenance contract for the Haramain High-Speed Line project from Saudi Arabia Railways (SAR) for another five-year term.
Saudi Arabia and Spain signed two memoranda of understanding (MoUs) to enhance cooperation in the fields of civil aviation and future modes of transportation. The agreements are expected to raise aviation safety standards, enhance security, improve air operation quality, and elevate passenger experience.
Carlos Alcaraz capped a historic Australian Open campaign by defeating Novak Djokovic in the men’s singles final, clinching his maiden title at Melbourne Park and completing a career Grand Slam at just 22.
Kuwait Airways has announced the launch of its scheduled direct flights to the Spanish city of Malaga, commencing from June 5, 2026. The service will operate three flights a week on Fridays, Sundays, and Tuesdays.
Plenitude has inaugurated the 150 MW Caparacena solar project in Chimeneas, Granada. Spanning 264 hectares with three 50 MW photovoltaic parks and over 274,000 bifacial modules, it will generate around 320 GWh of electricity annually, marking a major addition to Plenitude’s Spanish portfolio.
Oman and Spain signed MoUs on green methanol and LNG, including a long-term LNG agreement between Oman LNG and Naturgy. Additionally, a consortium aims to develop low-carbon green methanol production in Dhofar, enhancing Oman's carbon neutrality efforts.
Spain is enhancing its clean energy transition with ambitious solar, wind, and hydrogen targets. The updated National Energy and Climate Plan aims for 81 per cent renewable electricity by 2030 and carbon neutrality by 2050. Cumulative renewable capacity is expected to reach 218.1 GW by 2035, growing at a 9.1 per cent CAGR, according to GlobalData.
