Companies with an innovation and growth philosophy

Incapto has been recognized among Spain's most promising startups by LinkedIn Top Startups 2025, reaching the #2 position. Its innovative business model in the coffee sector, combining whole bean coffee subscriptions and proprietary coffee machine manufacturing, has driven its growth and international expansion, supported by a recent 10 million euro funding round.

Mercadona has demonstrated a strong commitment to innovation, investing 250 million euros in a three-year Digital Excellence Plan and implementing 220 assortment improvements and 330 new products in 2024. The company also promotes open and social innovation, such as the socio-labor integration project through trencadís murals and a technological training initiative launched in 2025.

Mutua Madrileña has been recognized as the most innovative insurer in the Spanish Innovation Index (ÍEI) 2026 for the third consecutive year, standing out for its advancements in products and services, such as AI application and easy online contracting. The company closed 2024 as the leading general insurance company in Spain for the seventh consecutive year, with a net profit of 453 million euros, demonstrating its continuous growth and market leadership.

Genesy stands out for its innovative approach to automating B2B commercial processes, utilizing artificial intelligence to optimize lead generation and prospecting. Its recognition as the number one Top Startup in Spain by LinkedIn in 2025 highlights its rapid growth and significant impact in the technology sector.

Cold Culture has demonstrated a philosophy of innovation and constant growth by rapidly expanding its business model, combining digital success with a robust physical retail strategy. The company has tripled its size in a single fiscal year and has recruited international talent, underscoring its ambition and capacity to scale in the competitive urban fashion market.

Ukio has been recognized for its innovative approach in the proptech sector, transforming the real estate market with solutions for digital nomads and flexible rentals. Its inclusion in the LinkedIn Top Startups Spain 2025 and Top 100 Rising European Startups lists highlights its rapid growth and industry impact.

Olistic demonstrates a philosophy of innovation and growth by being recognized in both LinkedIn Top Startups 2025 in Spain and Top 100 Rising European Startups lists. The company leads the hair health sector with a rigorous focus on scientific and clinical evidence, developing nutricosmetic solutions backed by objective studies.

Inditex demonstrates a philosophy of constant innovation through its 2.3 billion euro investments in 2026 to strengthen its logistics capabilities with advanced technology. Its sustained growth, with sales of 39.864 billion euros in 2025 and a record profit of 6.220 billion euros, reflects a successful business strategy and continuous international expansion.

Repsol stands out for its constant investment in R&D, evidenced by its Repsol Technology Lab, the largest private R&D center in Spain, where over 230 scientists drive energy technologies. The company has been awarded for its revolutionary transformation in innovation, implementing an open innovation model and developing more efficient and sustainable energy solutions, including the reinvention of its service stations with renewable energy and electric charging.

Iberdrola demonstrates a philosophy of constant innovation by investing over 2 billion euros in sustainable data centers and renewable technologies, leading the energy transformation. Its 2025-2028 strategic plan, allocating 58 billion euros to electricity grids and international expansion, underscores a strong commitment to growth and sustainability.

ACCIONA demonstrates robust growth, with an EBITDA reaching 3,211 million euros and an attributable net profit of 526 million euros in the first half of 2025. Its innovation strategy is materialized in initiatives such as I'MNOVATION, aimed at accelerating the sustainable and digital transformation of its businesses, and in its consistent recognition in global sustainability rankings.

Jobandtalent has demonstrated a remarkable philosophy of innovation by transforming the traditional temporary employment agency model into a fully digital platform, utilizing AI to optimize hiring and personnel management. Its rapid growth, achieving unicorn status with a valuation exceeding 2 billion euros, underscores its success in expanding and adapting within the global labor market.

Cabify demonstrates a philosophy of constant innovation and growth, evidenced by its valuation of 1.4 billion dollars and its international expansion to 10 countries. The company has achieved significant growth in turnover and gross profit, while leading the transition towards more sustainable mobility with initiatives such as its ESG Plan 2026-2029 and the incorporation of electric vehicles.

TravelPerk has demonstrated a philosophy of constant innovation by disrupting the business travel management sector and integrating travel and expense control services. Its impressive growth is reflected in a valuation of $2.7 billion in January 2025, doubling its value in one year, and 48% year-over-year growth.

GDELS-SBS drives innovation through strategic alliances and the creation of centers of excellence, such as the additive manufacturing center with Novaindef, which addresses critical obsolescences in defense. Its focus on cutting-edge technologies like 3D metal printing and industrial digitalization demonstrates a strong commitment to growth and modernization in the sector.