The Local Development Agency celebrates its 25th anniversary with a new image and employment awards

The Local Economic and Social Development Agency 'Impulsalicante' celebrated its 25th anniversary this Wednesday with a new image and the announcement of the 'Alicante Impulsa' awards, aimed at recognising individuals and organisations distinguished in local economic development.

The mayor, Luis Barcala, highlighted that "the Local Development Agency is the flagship policy of this government team to carry out the structural transformation of 21st century Alicante."

The mayor recalled their efforts in areas such as supporting various productive sectors , developing the city's industrial belt, attracting new businesses and investments, promoting the digital industry, and advocating for the establishment of companies linked to the new economy. "Impulsalicante has succeeded in providing support and momentum across all sectors of the capital's economy."

Barcala emphasised the push for the creation of new industrial land with up to three million square metres promoted by Impulsalicante, the establishment of Management and Modernisation Entities in its business areas, and the joint work with Labora and the Generalitat for the recovery of the Coepa Trade Centre, among others.

At the event, the new image of Impulsalicante was presented, featuring an inclined 'I' of Impulsa leaning on the 'A' of Alicante "as a launch ramp for projects starting in this common house that generates all synergies with various local sectors," explained Pascual Medel, the designer.

Additionally, Barcala and the Employment Councillor, Mari Carmen de España, announced the creation of the 'Alicante Impulsa' awards to recognise individuals, organisations, and institutions that have distinguished themselves in promoting employment and local economic development.

"We are part of the social and entrepreneurial ecosystem, facilitating the realisation of joint projects. And we have maintained a permanent presence in the major economic arenas of the city," recalled De España.