LOOKING
INHABITANTS
59.000 aprox.
If we consider the entire region of l’Alcoià and El Comtat, the population amounts to:
138.000
Nº Inhabitants
7.913
Nº Companies
GROSS PER
CAPITA INCOME
Gross income has grown exponentially since 2014, reaching 25,000 euros in recent years.
In comparison with towns in the province of Alicante with similar population numbers, it ranks fifth.
25.822
AVERAGE GROSS INCOME OF ALCOY
Nº OF
COMPANIES
3.904 companies
SIGNIFICANT GROWTH IN THE 2018-2019 PERIOD
Noteworthy is the low percentage of businesses that closed due to the 2020 pandemic and the economic influence of Alcoy, which covers the regions of L’Alcoià and El Comtat (with significant industrial centers such as Ibi, Banyeres de Mariola, Muro, and Cocentaina). Regarding exports, 1,200 companies export beyond their borders.
Autonomy and added value. Own brands in Alcoià and Comtat.
It’s not just production for chain’s house brand; Alcoià and Comtat has a strong presence of own brands. 18.9% of companies in the region actively participate in international markets, generating 68% of total revenue.
In addition to their impact on the local economy through the export of goods and services, many of these companies stand out for their sector leadership, projecting their influence both nationally and internationally.
Regarding foreign trade, the territory records 245 million euros in imports and 406 million in exports, reinforcing its key role in the global market.
Furthermore, 60% of revenue comes from own-brand products,, which adds significant value to local production and reduces dependency on third parties, consolidating the autonomy and strength of companies in the territory.
ECONOMIC
SECTORS
DATA EXTRACTED FROM INE
TOTAL COMPANIES BY
LOCATION
| TOTAL | |
|---|---|
| Alcoi/Alcoy | 3,904 |
| Banyeres de Mariola | 545 |
| Castalla | 847 |
| Ibi | 1,907 |
| Onil | 602 |
| Penàguila | 16 |
| Tibi | 92 |
| Total number of companies | 7,913 |
Alcoià and Comtat Industrial Tradition
The stability of this environment is reflected in the longevity of its businesses: 39% of these companies have been in operation for more than 25 years, and the average business age is 21.9 years, well above the national average of 10.8 years.
This stable and consolidated business environment represents a lower-risk scenario with high resilience against negative market movements due to its stability.
COMPANIES BY
PRODUCTIVE SECTOR
| Sector | % Revenue |
|---|---|
| Textile | 30% |
| Food | 12% |
| Plastic | 12% |
| Paper and Cardboard | 10% |
| Construction | 7% |
| Automotive | 5% |
| Machinery | 3% |
| Cosmetics | 3% |
| Others | 18% |
Industrial Diversification: A Secure Environment for Foreign Investment
Although historically the area has been associated with the textile sector, L’Alcoià and El Comtat hosts a wide diversity of industrial sectors.
This diversity not only reinforces local economic stability but makes the region an attractive destination for foreign investments, as the presence of multiple sectors minimizes risk by not depending on a single industry.
This allows investors to find a more secure and balanced environment to expand their businesses, with growth opportunities in different markets.
BUSINESS
CITY
WITH HISTORY
Alcoy, cradle of the Industrial Revolution in Spain, stood out in the 19th century as a hub of textile and paper manufacturing, being famous for the production of cigarette paper. Despite the crisis it suffered during the 80s and 90s, the city reinvented itself, preserving and adapting its industrial heritage.
TEXTILE
AND PAPER
INDUSTRY
Today, it maintains its entrepreneurial drive, increasing its industrial base and backing entrepreneurs and companies that choose Alcoy as their headquarters.
Various public and private entities support these companies through consulting, training, and financing.
INDUSTRIAL
LAND
This city has
1.696.781 m2
of industrially zoned land distributed in
six industrial areas located on the outskirts of
the city:
COTES ALTES
117.351 m2
Industrial area
91.014,00 m2
Nº companies
38
CASTELLAR
60.570 m2
Industrial Zoning
91.014,00 m2
Nº companies
18
COTES BAIXES
536.739 m2
Industrial Zoning
362.999,00 m2
Nº companies
155
LA BENIATA
364.906 m2
Industrial Zoning
283.725,00 m2
Nº companies
85
SANTIAGO PAYÁ
443.857 m2
Industrial Zoning
268.301 m2
Nº companies
31
INDUSTRY
IN EXPANSION
Industrial designated area
620.000 m2
Alcoy is preparing to create two new industrial areas that will add approximately 620,000 m2 of space designated for industry
POL. INDUSTRIAL ALCOI SUD
The Alcoi Sud Industrial Park is in the planning phase and will be located in the area adjacent to the Ibi municipality.
PARQUE INDUSTRIAL DE PAGOS
The Pagos Industrial Park, which seeks a harmonious integration with nature, will be located near the A-7 motorway.
ALCOY
SMART CITY
The city is transforming into a smart city, aimed at improving citizens’ wellbeing, protecting the environment, and strengthening the local economy.
Under the “Smart City Alcoy” initiative, strategic plans, comprehensive developments, trials, and projects are being implemented that put citizens at the center. With the goal of generating a positive impact on the population that improves their environmental, economic, and personal surroundings.
RODES
COMPLEX
Within the city, the historic Rodes Block – a former metalworking factory – is being transformed into a modern technology park. This will be the location of the only Inland Tourism Development Center of the province of Alicante (CDTi).
Research, social and cultural dynamization zones of the city
This renovated space will occupy
12.000 m2
AITEX
TECHNOLOGY CENTER
AITEX is the main technological center in the textile sector in Spain and is located in Alcoy. This center offers a wide variety of research and development services and solutions to strengthen the competitiveness of companies in the textile and cosmetics sectors.
HAS STATE-OF-THE-ART HEADQUARTERS
31.000 m2
Entities for the management
and modernisation of industrial
areas (EGM in Spanish)
The objective of an EGM is to improve industrial areas, make them more competitive and attractive for the implementation of new projects while benefiting existing companies.
They work closely with the City Council, managed through municipal services, promoting improvements in the industrial area and ensuring the conservation and maintenance of said area.
ALCOY HAS
2 EGM
COTES ALTES
Their role is vital in the development, modernization, and revitalization of the industrial sector, promoting quality infrastructure and services, and encouraging sustainable practices such as circular economy.
COTES BAIXES
Cotes Baixes has achieved the categorization of EGM and Advanced Industrial Area, thus facilitating financing and access to grants for infrastructure improvements in the industrial area.
CLUSTERS
These clusters share resources and knowledge, allowing them to be more competitive in the market.
The area of Alcoy, El Comtat, La Vall d’Albaida consists of the following clusters:
AND VERY
CLOSE
TO ALCOY
EUIPO
EUIPO is responsible for managing and registering trademarks, allowing companies to protect their brands in the
Located in the city of Ibi,
10 min. from Alcoy
AIJU
It is a Spanish entity dedicated to research, development and innovation in the field of toys, children’s products and the plastic industry.
27 member countries
of the EU
EUIPO
Furthermore, it also manages Community design registrations, which protect product appearance throughout the EU.
