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07/10/2026 - 12:00 UTC +02:00Iberdrola’s Executive Chairman Ignacio Galán attends gala dinner with the King and Queen of Spain during their state visit to Finland Ignacio Galán, Iberdrola’s Executive Chairman , attended the gala dinner held to mark Their Majesties the King and Queen of Spain’s state visit to Finland. His presence reflects the importance Iberdrola has acquired in the Nordic country, where the acquisition of the country’s largest electricity distributor will make Iberdrola the leading Spanish investor, accounting for 90% of total investment, and a key player in the development of the electricity infrastructure underpinning the electrification of the Finnish economy. Last summer, Iberdrola announced the acquisition of Caruna in a deal valued at close to €5 billion. Through this acquisition, Iberdrola is expanding into one of Europe’s most advanced and innovative economies, with an AA+ credit rating and an especially attractive environment for electrification . The deal puts Iberdrola at the heart of one of the continent’s fastest-growing technology ecosystems, as Caruna operates in Espoo and the Helsinki metropolitan area, a major European hub for artificial intelligence, quantum computing, data analytics and data centres. READ MORE
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01/10/2026 - 19:00 UTC +02:00Ignacio Galán attends the opening of the La Toja Forum 2026 alongside His Majesty the King Felipe VI The Executive Chairman of Iberdrola, Ignacio Galán , attended today the opening ceremony of the “Foro La Toja, Vínculo Atlantico ” in O Grove, with the participation of His Majesty King Felipe VI, Spain’s Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez, and the President of the Regional Government of Galicia, Alfonso Rueda, among other distinguished guests. In the photograph, the audience applauds His Majesty the King after he presented the Josep Piqué Award, granted by the Forum’s organizers, to former President of the Portuguese Republic Marcelo Rebelo de Sousa. READ MORE
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01/10/2026 - 06:53 UTC +02:00Iberdrola completes the expansion of its alliance with GIC in transmission networks in Brazil Iberdrola, through its subsidiary Neoenergia , has completed the transaction to expand its strategic alliance with GIC , Singapore’s sovereign wealth fund, in the electricity transmission network business in Brazil. The transaction adds seven Neoenergia transmission assets to the joint platform, strengthening its presence across key regions of the country. The assets included in the transaction are Neoenergia Guanabara, located in Rio de Janeiro; Neoenergia Vale do Itajaí, located in Santa Catarina; Potiguar Sul, located in Rio Grande do Norte; Neoenergia Morro do Chapéu, located in Bahia; Neoenergia Estreito, located in Minas Gerais; Neoenergia Alto Paranaíba, located in São Paulo and Minas Gerais; and Neoenergia Paraíso, located in Mato Grosso do Sul. Upon completion of the transaction, Neoenergia increases its stake in Neoenergia Transmissão from 50% to 51%, retaining control of the platform, while the remaining 49% is held by GIC. Neoenergia Transmissão now comprises 16 assets and 6,710 kilometres of transmission lines, with an asset value of around BRL 25.5 billion (approximately €4.25 billion) and estimated annual regulated revenues of approximately BRL 1.9 billion (€320 million). The portfolio combines scale, geographical diversification and long-term regulated revenues, positioning the platform among Brazil’s largest privately operated electricity transmission businesses. This is the third transaction completed under the strategic partnership between Neoenergia and GIC, which began in 2023 with the creation of Neoenergia Transmissão. The partnership strengthens both companies’ ability to continue supporting the expansion and modernisation of Brazil’s electricity infrastructure, underpinned by a long-term vision, financial discipline and operational excellence. Iberdrola’s firm commitment to networks business around the world This transaction reinforces the Iberdrola Group’s strong commitment to the electricity transmission and distribution networks business worldwide. The company plans to invest nearly €30 billion in this area through 2028, with the United Kingdom, the United States and Brazil as its main investment destinations. Iberdrola currently has a Regulated Asset Base (RAB) of €55 billion and expects to continue growing to exceed 90 billion by 2031 in countries where investment in this segment is encouraged and supported by clear and stable regulatory frameworks, such as the United Kingdom, the United States and Brazil. READ MORE
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30/09/2026 - 19:00 UTC +02:00Ten initiatives transforming rural areas receive recognition from Iberdrola Iberdrola brought together more than 150 people today in Sigüenza (Guadalajara) for the presentation of its Convive Awards. In this third edition, the company highlighted the potential of rural areas to drive progress, create opportunities and lead the energy transition. The awards recognise the best initiatives promoting environmental, agricultural and social harmony with clean energy. This year, the company honoured 10 initiatives across six categories, demonstrating that these opportunities extend beyond renewable energy production to include electricity networks, the electrification of the economy and the manufacture of products required by this transition. Iberdrola España CEO Mario Ruiz-Tagle highlighted that “electrification will be one of the major economic drivers of the 21st century and an essential response to strengthening Europe's energy security, competitiveness and decarbonisation. It is fundamental to improving people's lives, creating jobs and generating lasting opportunities in local communities.” “With the Convive Awards, we want to recognise that economic progress, social cohesion and nature protection can and must move forward together. Electrification will be faster, fairer and more robust if it is built through collaboration, listening to communities and leaving a tangible value in every area,” Ruiz-Tagle said. The winners of this third edition of the Convive Awards were: In the Innovation with Impact category: Birka Composites for demonstrating that electrification and the protection of biodiversity can go hand in hand, with an innovation born in a rural setting that creates skilled jobs for young people and turns the coexistence of development and nature into a replicable industrial model. The jury also recognised Bayer Spain's project for the total decarbonisation of the manufacturing process for the active ingredient in Aspirin in Asturias, for demonstrating that electrification can also transform demanding industrial thermal processes. This pioneering initiative reduces process emissions to virtually zero, avoiding more than 10,000 tonnes of CO₂ per year and establishing itself as a national and international benchmark for industrial decarbonisation. In the Biodiversity Conservation category: the Basque Government's "Urdaibai Reserve Network Integration Project", for demonstrating in an exemplary manner how the electrification, digitalisation and environmental integration of electricity networks can become drivers of regional development and environmental conservation. The project stands out for modernising infrastructure that is essential for the energy transition, increasing the capacity and resilience of the electricity network while undertaking an unprecedented initiative to restore the landscape and protect biodiversity in the Urdaibai Biosphere Reserve. In the Transformative Entrepreneurship category: the Arraigo Project, for turning the arrival of renewables into population growth: partnerships with developers that transform the benefits of electrification and the roll-out of renewables into deeply rooted families, open schools and villages with a future. The second award in this category went to the Clúster Industrial de Lucena (Córdoba), Spain's hub for the manufacture of heat pumps and air-conditioning systems and a prime example of the industrial opportunities offered by electrification. With 60 years of leadership in the sector, it supports 3,200 skilled jobs in a municipality of 42,000 inhabitants and also opens up opportunities for young people in vulnerable situations. In the Communication with a Purpose category: Diario Las Provincias (Valencia region) and El Comercio (Asturias) for their contribution to and engagement with current energy issues, presented in an accessible and friendly manner, which is crucial for regional development, social cohesion and the competitiveness of local areas. Their model of community-based journalism, which is close to the people, and their commitment to accurate reporting, make them essential players in the progress and harmonious coexistence of rural areas. In the Young Talent category: UNICEF Spain, in recognition of its work with vulnerable young people, whom it educates and trains in activities aligned with decarbonisation and electrification, thereby contributing to the development and strengthening of local communities. The project has become a benchmark and scalable model with significant influence in terms of its impact on employment and public policy. Finally, in the Community Leadership category, the award goes to Silvia Gómez, chair of the neighbourhood council of La Costana (Cantabria), for demonstrating that the energy transition "is decided and won" in villages: her rural and female leadership has transformed the arrival of wind power into a pioneering energy community, with energy bills halved and a promising future for her community. In this category, the town councils of Víllora and Enguídanos (Cuenca) have also been recognised for promoting the Víllora-Las Chorreras del Cabriel Trail in the Cabriel Valley Biosphere Reserve, in recognition of their ability to combine the conservation of natural heritage with sustainable local development. Particular mention is made of the public-private partnership, the environmental restoration of the area and its contribution to sustainable tourism, environmental education and the creation of opportunities for rural communities in the Cabriel Valley Biosphere Reserve, making it a model of coexistence between energy, biodiversity and regional development. The event was also attended by Emiliano García-Page, President of the Regional Government of Castilla-La Mancha; María Jesús Merino Poyo, Mayor of Sigüenza; Pablo Bellido, President of the Castilla-La Mancha Regional Parliament; Mercedes Gómez, Regional Minister for Sustainable Development; Bárbara García Torijano, Regional Minister for Social Welfare; and Álvaro Martínez Chana, President of the Cuenca Provincial Council. An Advisory Board comprising Carlos Mataix, director of the Centre for Technological Innovation for Human Development at the Polytechnic University of Madrid (itdUPM); María García de la Fuente, president of the Association of Environmental Journalists (APIA); Víctor Viñuales Edo, sociologist, co-founder and president of the Ecology and Development Foundation (ECODES); Miguel Aguado, managing partner of B-leaf; and Carmen Navarro, executive director of the Spanish Green Growth Group (GECV). The winning initiatives will be added to the repository of award winners and will receive special recognition and various forms of visibility for their projects. Living in harmony with the environment Iberdrola's Convive Programme was launched with the aim of accelerating the development of clean energy in Spain, enhancing its contribution to local communities, society, biodiversity and rural areas. This initiative pursues two objectives: on the one hand, to promote continuous improvement and best available practices in the integration of renewables, electricity networks and energy storage into the local environment; and on the other, to contribute positively to local development and the conservation of biodiversity through collaboration and the establishment of partnerships. These actions help to establish long-term relationships with the local community, maximising the positive impact of each Iberdrola project and contributing to mutual understanding by always working hand in hand with the public, institutions, the government and the voluntary sector. This programme is structured around three lines of action: 1. Contributing to socio-economic development: Initiatives that enable projects to contribute to economic and social development at both local and national levels 2. Protecting and enhancing biodiversity: Actions that help to integrate facilities into the local area and landscape, improving their contribution to biodiversity and their environmental impact. 3. Learning from experts: Improving the impact and social acceptance of the energy transition through collaboration with third parties. READ MORE
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30/09/2026 - 16:30 UTC +02:00Ignacio Galán highlights the key role of electrification in European competitiveness to President Macron Iberdrola’s Executive Chairman Ignacio Galán has held a bilateral meeting with Emmanuel Macron during the French President’s State visit to Spain, which took place on 29 and 30 September. During the meeting, Galán shared with Macron his vision of the importance of accelerating the electrification of the European economy in order to strengthen energy security, improve industrial competitiveness and advance decarbonisation. The Iberdrola executive chairman also highlighted the company’s commitment to France, where it manages the Saint-Brieuc offshore wind farm , a €2.4 billion investment that is an example of how the energy transition is contributing to industrial development, job creation and Europe’s energy autonomy. He also expressed Iberdrola’s willingness to continue collaborating with France on the development of energy infrastructure and on promoting electrification as a driver of economic growth. The bilateral meeting took place after a working breakfast organised by the French Embassy with a small group of business leaders from strategic sectors. In addition, Galán attended a state dinner hosted by Spain's King Felipe VI and Queen Letizia at the Royal Palace, which was attended by prominent representatives from the political, economic and business spheres of both countries. READ MORE
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30/09/2026 - 10:58 UTC +02:00ScottishPower promotes the use of drones and artificial intelligence to strengthen electricity network resilience ScottishPower, the UK subsidiary of the Iberdrola Group , through its distributor SP Electricity North West, will launch a pioneering pilot project to use drones and artificial intelligence analytics to speed up the identification of incidents on the electricity network and improve the response to adverse weather events. The initiative, named VOLT (Visual Overhead Line Tracking), will start in November in the British county of Cumbria and will last for 12 months. The new technology will allow overhead power lines to be inspected remotely, especially during severe weather conditions . Thanks to the combination of drones and artificial intelligence , teams will be able to detect damage faster, prioritize repairs and accelerate the restoration of supply to customers. Funded through Ofgem's Network Innovation Allowance (NIA) program, the project aims to improve fault detection, field crew safety and operational efficiency . Furthermore, it will reduce the need for conventional inspections on foot or by helicopter and contribute to developing a more comprehensive digital view of the status of the network, supporting smarter and more reliable management of electrical infrastructure . You can read the full article in the ScottishPower Media Room . READ MORE
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28/09/2026Ignacio Galán calls for the acceleration of electrification to boost Europe’s competitiveness at the largest annual forum of European chambers of commerce Iberdrola’s Executive Chairman, Ignacio Galán , took part in the Eurochambres Congress 2026, the leading gathering of European chambers of commerce, held in Valencia, where he advocated electrification as a strategic priority to strengthen Europe’s competitiveness, energy independence and energy security. This annual congress brought together, amongst others, former Italian Prime Minister Enrico Letta; Spain’s Minister of Finance, Arcadi España; the President of Eurochambres, Vladimír Dlouhý; and the President of the Spanish Chamber of Commerce, José Luis Bonet. In this context, Galán emphasised the need to move towards a new energy model for Europe that would enable it to tackle the vulnerability arising from its dependence on oil and gas imports. During his speech, Iberdrola’s Executive Chairman pointed out that electrification is the main driver for this transformation, as it relies on domestic energy resources and more efficient technologies for transport, building heating and cooling and industrial processes. Investments linked to this new model will help to sustain employment and strengthen the European electrification value chain , comprising major manufacturers and thousands of small and medium-sized supplier companies. He also reviewed the main initiatives promoted by the European Commission to accelerate investment in electrical networks , storage and generation , as well as other measures aimed at making electrification a reality in Europe. Finally, Galán highlighted the work of the chambers of commerce in helping the business sector to grow, innovate, access new markets and adapt to the geopolitical, regulatory and technological changes facing Europe. Eurochambres, founded in 1958, represents more than 20 million businesses through a network of 1,700 regional and local chambers; more than 93% of its member companies are small and medium-sized enterprises and, collectively, they employ more than 120 million people. READ MORE
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28/09/2026 - 17:18 UTC +02:00Iberdrola drives innovation and digitalisation to improve the customer experience in Brazil Neoenergia, a subsidiary of the Iberdrola Group in Brazil , hosted the Abradee Best Practices in Customer Experience Seminar 2026 at the headquarters of Neoenergia Elektro in Campinas. The event, organised by the Brazilian Association of Energy Distributors (Abradee), brought together representatives from distribution companies and specialists from the electricity sector to share experiences and move towards a more digital, efficient and customer-focused service . During the sessions, participants analysed new consumption patterns and addressed strategic issues to improve the customer experience, including the digitalisation of customer service channels, artificial intelligence , corporate reputation, consumer satisfaction and energy efficiency. They also examined the needs and expectations of different generations , from baby boomers to Generation Z, with the aim of adapting services to increasingly diverse customer profiles. The forum reinforces the Iberdrola Group's commitment to innovation, digital transformation and the continuous improvement of customer service, with solutions that simplify interactions with consumers and enhance the quality and efficiency of the electricity service. You can read the full article in the Neoenergia São Paulo Press Room . READ MORE
