The Catalonia Trade & Investment Office in Dubai opened in 1992 to provide Catalan companies with access to the unique high-potential markets of the countries in the Persian Gulf. Edurne Guinea Zubiaga is the Director and has more than 15 years of international experience in the Middle East, Europe and the US, as well a deep expertise in Business Development, Government Affairs and Strategic Project Management. She has led high-impact initiatives in both the public and private sectors, with a strong focus on industrial cooperation, economic diplomacy and international tenders. Edurne is fluent in Spanish, English and Arabic, and is passionate about creating long-term value for Catalan companies and institutions in one of the world's most dynamic regions.
The work of the Catalonia Trade & Investment Office in Dubai is focused particularly on companies in the areas of industrial systems, the experience industries, design and chemicals, energy and resources. In addition to searches for new customers, contacts and market research, the International Office of Catalonia in Dubai works very much as a business platform for companies that want to set up in the countries of the Gulf and make the most of their opportunities.