Barcelona has established itself as a leading city in the technological and industrial fields, as various studies support its position as one of the best destinations for business and industrial activities. With accolades in global competitiveness and being named the best city in the world in 2022, Barcelona stands out for its ability to tackle future technological challenges.
Barcelona, considered the best city in the world
The Telegraph, a renowned British media outlet, has chosen Barcelona as the best city in the world in 2022. Barcelona achieved the highest score in parameters such as geographical location, culture, gastronomy, among others.
The second position went to Sydney, followed by other cities such as Cape Town, Lisbon, Venice, Los Angeles, Dubai, London, Vancouver, and Florence.
The city stands out not only for its tourist appeal but also for its capacity to face future technological challenges. Its global economic and business positioning makes it a strategic hub for the packaging industry. According to the Global Power City Index report 2022, which evaluates and ranks cities based on their global power to attract talent, capital, and companies, Barcelona has consistently remained among the top 20 most competitive cities worldwide. This study ranks cities by analyzing their economy, R&D, cultural interaction, livability, environment, and accessibility.
It’s worth noting that the Global Power City Index ranking has been a valuable guide for companies, corporations, and investor groups seeking relevant data to make strategic decisions and carry out business activities in different cities.
The packaging industry in Barcelona
Barcelona projects itself as a technological and industrial city in constant evolution, attracting companies and entrepreneurs from around the world who seek to harness its dynamism and potential for business success.
Over 90% of packaging companies in Spain are concentrated in the Barcelona area, making it a strategic hub for high-quality packaging machinery manufacturers.
Barcelona Packaging Hub consists of leading companies in packaging machinery and high-level technological partners, offering comprehensive solutions in packaging, labeling, coding, palletizing, and wrapping lines. The association includes companies dedicated to the manufacture of horizontal machinery, stick pack packaging, fillers and cappers, specialists in end-of-line automation, wrappers, companies specializing in labeling, coding, and marking, among others. Additionally, the members of Barcelona Packaging Hub cover a wide range of sectors, including food, pharmaceuticals, cosmetics, household care, chemicals, logistics, and distribution, etc.
Barcelona Packaging Hub is the only hub of its kind in Catalonia. The diversity of companies with over 25 years of experience (currently composed of 10 leading packaging machinery manufacturers and 9 internationally recognized technological partners) creates an ecosystem in the city’s surroundings and fosters the development of high-quality and innovative packaging projects.
