Navarra now has more than 159 tech companies, and employment in its tech ecosystem has surged by 50% in one year

The Autonomous Community of Navarre continues to consolidate its position as one of Spain’s most specialized technology and industrial ecosystems. Navarre is now home to 159 tech and innovative companies, which generate 1,461 jobs and have a combined turnover exceeding 101 million euros, according to the 2026 Regional Report on Tech and Innovative Companies in the Autonomous Community of Navarre, prepared by Scoutyn in collaboration with CEIN.

The report also highlights a sharp acceleration in the ecosystem over the past year. In just twelve months, the number of tech companies grew by 17.7%, while job creation surged by 50.3% and total revenue increased by 45.2%, rising from 69 million to over 101 million euros.

One of the most significant aspects of Navarre’s ecosystem is its highly industrial, scientific, and specialized profile. eHealth stands out as one of Navarre’s leading technology sectors, with 22 companies. Other notable sectors include energy, agrotech, biotech, and foodtech, cementing Navarre’s position as one of Spain’s major hubs for industrial technologies, sustainability, and life sciences.

Navarra’s business ecosystem also demonstrates growing entrepreneurial maturity. Although SMEs account for the largest number of companies, scaleups account for a significant portion of the region’s economic impact. The 11 scaleups identified in Navarra generate more than 429 jobs and have a combined revenue of over 45 million euros, with an average of more than 4.1 million euros in revenue per company.

Pamplona remains the region’s leading hub of innovation, home to 55 technology companies, more than 360 jobs, and nearly 22 million euros in annual revenue. It is followed by innovation hubs such as Noáin and Tudela, where the ecosystem maintains strong ties to industry, food, and energy.

In terms of investment, startups and technology companies in Navarra raised more than 17.4 million euros in 2025. Among the most significant deals were MOA Foodtech’s 14.8-million-euro funding round and the deals involving Fuvex, Genbioma, and Muxu, confirming Navarra’s ability to foster high-value-added technology companies linked to strategic sectors.

The report also highlights the growing importance of scientific entrepreneurship and deep tech within the community. Navarra has a robust support network comprising universities, technology centers, and public entities such as CEIN and SODENA, which have helped establish an ecosystem focused particularly on healthcare, energy, the green transition, and industrial digitalization.

In addition, Navarra stands out for having one of the highest rates of business consolidation in Europe, driven by an ecosystem that is deeply connected to industry and boasts a strong capacity for technology transfer between universities, research institutions, and the market.

AI triples its presence in Spain

Nationally, Spain’s tech ecosystem continues to accelerate its growth and consolidation. By 2025, Spain had a total of 10,294 tech and innovative companies, compared to the 8,580 recorded in 2024, representing growth of nearly 20%. Employment generated by the sector increased by 27%, rising from 107,987 to 137,042 jobs, while the ecosystem’s combined revenue increased by 30%, exceeding 19.442 billion euros. 

Tech SMEs are establishing themselves as the main driver of growth in the ecosystem, with the number of companies increasing by 59% and accounting for a large share of the economic impact. Madrid and Catalonia continue to lead the Spanish ecosystem, with Catalonia leading in the number of tech companies and Madrid leading in employment and revenue. 

By sector, SaaS, eHealth, and Artificial Intelligence account for the largest number of companies, with the rise of AI standing out in particular: it grew by 210% in just one year, increasing from 309 to 959 companies. In terms of investment, the Spanish ecosystem reached 3.21 billion euros across 327 transactions in 2025, surpassing the previous year’s figures. However, the gender gap remains stagnant: women account for only 17% of tech company founders, the same percentage recorded in 2024.