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USEFUL BUSINESS INFORMATION ON SPAIN
1. Country Brief:
A. Introduction - Spain is one of the most diverse and visually stunning nations of Europe. As you plan your trip, you may find yourself overwhelmed by the number of fascinating sights, beautiful landscapes, and charming towns to fit into your limited time. So let us give you a hand. We've scoured the country in search of the best places and experiences, and we've chosen our favorites, admittedly very personal and opinionated choices.
B. Climate - Spain is extremely hot during mid-summer, in July and August. The rest of the year the climate is generally temperate in the north, but warm in the south. The best time to visit is during spring or autumn, except for the Atlantic coast, which has heavy rains in October and November. August is the busiest month, while May and October are the best times for both ideal weather and fewer crowds. Madrid and the high central area can get very cold during winter.
C. Geographical Area - 192,873 sq mi (499,542 sq km); total area: 194,897 sq mi (504,782 sq km)1
D. Language - Castilian Spanish
E. Currency With Exchange Rate – Euro (EUR)
1.00 EUR = 1.38060 USD
F. Population – (2006 est.): 40,397,842
G. Major Cities – Barcelona, Valencia, Seville
2. Transportation:
A. Railway - total: 14,189 km (2002).
B. Road - total: 663,795 km; paved: 657,157 km (including 10,317 km of expressways); unpaved: 6,638 km (1999).
C. Airports - 152 (2002).
D. Waterways - 1,045 km.
E. Sea ports - Aviles, Barcelona, Bilbao, Cadiz, Cartagena, Castellon de la Plana, Ceuta, Huelva, La Coruna, Las Palmas (Canary Islands), Malaga, Melilla, Pasajes, Gijon, Santa Cruz de Tenerife (Canary Islands), Santander, Tarragona, Valencia, Vigo.
3. Economy:
A. Major Manufacturing -
B. Major Export - $194.3 billion f.o.b. (2005 est.): machinery, motor vehicles; foodstuffs, pharmaceuticals, medicines, other consumer goods.
C. Major Import - $271.8 billion f.o.b. (2005 est.): machinery and equipment, fuels, chemicals, semifinished goods, foodstuffs, consumer goods, measuring and medical control instruments.
E. Major Industry - textiles and apparel (including footwear), food and beverages, metals and metal manufactures, chemicals, shipbuilding, automobiles, machine tools, tourism, clay and refractory products, footwear, pharmaceuticals, medical equipment.
F. Trade balance -
4. Trade Associations, Chamber of Commerce, Trade shows and Exhibitions in Spain:
Major Trade Associations
Chambers of Commerce
A) British Chamber of Commerce in Spain
Head Office | C/ Bruc 21 1° 4° | Barcelona 08010 Spain
Tel. +34 933 173 220 | Fax +34 933 024 896
E-mail: [email protected]
B) THE AMERICAN CHAMBER OF COMMERCE IN SPAIN
Tuset, 8 entlo. 3ª
08006 BARCELONA, SPAIN
Tel: (34) 93 415 99 63
Fax: (34) 93 415 11 98
E-mail: [email protected]
Major Trade Shows
A) Second Hand Vehicle Show
Start Date: 17-NOV-07
End Date: 25-NOV-07
Venue:
Fira de Barcelona
Barcelona, Spain
Exhibitor's Profile:
Profile for exhibit include Automobiles, Insurance companies, Auxiliary industry, Finance Companies, Motorcycles, Technical Press, Associations and organizations & Others related to the automobile industry.
Organizer:
Fira De Barcelona
Av. Reina M. Cristina,
Barcelona, Spain.
Tel: +(34)-(3)-2332200
Fax: +(34)-(3)-2332001
B) Auto Retro
Start Date: 05-DEC-07
End Date: 09-DEC-07
Venue:
Fira de Barcelona
Barcelona, Spain
Exhibitor's Profile:
Profile for exhibit include Automobiles, Insurance companies, Auxiliary industry, Finance Companies, Motorcycles, Technical Press, Associations and organizations & Others related to the automobile industry.
Organizer:
Fira De Barcelona
Av. Reina M. Cristina,
Barcelona, Spain.
Tel: +(34)-(3)-2332200
Fax: +(34)-(3)-2332001
C) Motor Show Festival
Start Date: 25-JAN-08
End Date: 27-JAN-08
Venue:
Feria de Zaragoza
Zaragoza, Spain
Exhibitor's Profile:
Profile for exhibit include Luxury Limousines, Sedans, Coupes, Vintage Cars, 4WDs, Dune Buggies, Go Karts, Commercial Vehicles, Heavy Duty Equipment, Garage Equipment & Tools, Automotive Spears, Car Accessories, Car Hi-Fi Equipment and Lubricants.
Organizer:
Feria de Zaragoza
Carretera Nacional II, Km 311,
Zaragoza, Spain.
Tel: +(34)-(976)-534420
Fax: +(34)-(976)-330649
D) Madrid International Auto Show
Start Date: 22-MAY-08
End Date: 01-JUN-08
Venue:
Feria deMadrid
Comunidad De Madrid,
Spain
Exhibitor's Profile:
Profile for exhibit include Passenger Cars & Commercial Vehicles, Coach & Auto Bodies Builders, Two & Three Wheelers, Tyres, Car Finance, Insurance & Services Alternative Fuel & Fuel Systems, Auto Accessories, Batteries, Oil & Lubricants, Auto Components, Tools, Garage / Service Station Equipment.
Organizer:
Info IFEMA
Parque Ferial Juan Carlos I,
Madrid, Spain.
Tel: +(34)-(91)-7223000/7225180/7225000
Fax: +(34)-(91)-7225801
5. Useful links:
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