What is Seville Spanish Space Capital?
It is an initiative of the Seville City Council, developed in conjunction with the Space Forum, which brings together more than 60 entities to promote the city’s leadership in the aerospace, technology, and innovation fields in Spain.
What are the objectives of this initiative?
We want to consolidate Seville as the Space Capital of Southern Europe, promote our aerospace ecosystem internationally, and strengthen public-private cooperation between institutions, universities, and companies. In this sense, it complements other large-scale municipal actions, such as the creation of the Aerospace District and the launch of the ESABIC incubator in the Renfe warehouses, a joint project with the Regional Government of Andalusia and the European Space Agency.
What is the role of the Seville Space Forum?
It is at the heart of the project. It is a joint workspace where institutions, universities and companies coordinate strategies to strengthen the city’s aerospace and technology sector. The project is promoted by Seville City Council.
Seville is already home to the headquarters of the Spanish Space Agency. What does this mean for the city?
It means Seville is becoming the national epicentre of space policy, attracting investment, talent, R&D projects and skilled employment.
What other international recognition reinforces this leadership?
Seville is part of the Ariane Cities Community (ACC) and held the European presidency of this network in 2024, consolidating its position as a benchmark for cooperation and technological development within the European space sector.
What actions does the 2025–2028 strategic plan include?
It includes a programme of activities, meetings and forums with national and international experts, which will highlight our technological potential and strengthen Seville’s international profile.
How is public-private collaboration materialising in this project?
Through the Seville City Council’s collaboration with entities in the Space Forum, integrating institutional, academic, and business efforts into a shared strategy.
World Space Week has had a significant social impact. How would you sum up the 2025 edition?
It was a success. With more than 40 activities and nearly 6,000 participants, Seville became the most active Spanish city, bringing the space sector closer to the public and encouraging interest in science-related careers.
What contribution does this strategy make to the economy and employment in Seville?
It attracts investment, stimulates research and the creation of highly skilled jobs, and establishes Seville as a European hub for technological and business innovation in the aerospace sector. Additionally, it awakens interest in space and pursuing related careers among Seville’s citizens, particularly children and girls.
What is Seville’s vision for the future in the aerospace sector?
Our vision is to consolidate our position as a city of knowledge, innovation and leadership in space technology, connecting our industrial tradition with the future of space.