Key data
| Regulation | Resolution of July 3, 2026, of the Spanish Society for Technological Transformation (SETT), publishing the Agreement with the Parque Tecnológico de Andalucía, SA |
|---|---|
| Publication | July 16, 2026 |
| Entry into force | July 16, 2026 |
| Agreement duration | 4 years |
| Signatory parties | SETT (Spanish Society for Technological Transformation, E.P.E.) and Parque Tecnológico de Andalucía, SA (Málaga TechPark) |
| Reference framework | PERTE Chip (Strategic Plan for Economic Recovery and Transformation of semiconductors) |
| Affected parties | Technology companies, startups and SMEs in the semiconductor and microelectronics sector |
| Category | Regulatory Changes |
| Period | 2026–2030 |
Semiconductor and microelectronics companies in Spain have had, since July 16, 2026, a new institutional entry point to access public funding, investors and strategic partners. The Resolution of July 3, 2026 from SETT publishes the agreement signed between the Spanish Society for Technological Transformation and the Parque Tecnológico de Andalucía, SA (Málaga TechPark), within the framework of the PERTE Chip, Spain's technological sovereignty strategy in semiconductors.
The agreement is not a minor administrative procedure: it establishes an operational roadmap for four years with concrete commitments to attract investment, connect companies with public funding and articulate the ecosystem around the future Málaga Semiconductor Center.
What does this regulation establish?
The agreement articulates collaboration between SETT and the Parque Tecnológico de Andalucía around four main axes:
| Axis | Detail |
|---|---|
| Physical infrastructure | Málaga TechPark provides SETT with free offices and meeting rooms to coordinate the implementation of the future Málaga Semiconductor Center. |
| Investment and partner attraction | Both parties will actively collaborate in attracting investors, partners and projects eligible for public funding, with special attention to startups and SMEs. |
| Sector events | At least two joint annual events will be organized with industry, research centers and universities. |
| Governance | A joint Monitoring Committee will oversee compliance with the agreement during its 4-year term. |
The context is relevant: the PERTE Chip is Spain's instrument to align with the European Chips Act, which seeks for Europe to reach 20% of global semiconductor production by 2030. This agreement is one of the territorial mechanisms to materialize that ambition in the Andalusian business fabric.
Economic and operational impact
For companies in the sector, the impact is not regulatory in the strict sense—there are no new obligations or sanctions—but rather one of opportunity. The agreement activates three concrete value levers:
- Access to public funding: SETT will have a physical presence in Málaga TechPark, which facilitates direct contact with projects eligible for funding under the PERTE Chip framework. SMEs and startups operating in the park or in its ecosystem have a real proximity advantage.
- Network of investors and partners: Explicit collaboration to attract private investors and strategic partners makes Málaga TechPark an active dealflow node for the semiconductor sector in southern Europe.
- Sector visibility: The minimum two annual events with industry, research centers and universities are positioning opportunities for companies seeking contracts, technology partners or specialized talent.
The direct cost to companies is zero: the agreement does not impose fees, quotas or economic obligations on the private sector. The investment that the public sector does make is the free provision of spaces by Málaga TechPark, which indicates the level of institutional commitment to the project.
Who does it affect?
- Semiconductor and microelectronics startups based or operating in Andalusia, especially in the Málaga area.
- Technology SMEs that develop components, embedded software, chip design or microelectronics-related manufacturing solutions.
- Established technology companies seeking R&D projects fundable under PERTE Chip or the European Chips Act.
- Research centers and universities that want to articulate joint projects with industry within the framework of sector events.
- Investors and venture capital funds with interest in the semiconductor sector in Spain.
- Companies from any autonomous community that want to establish presence or collaboration in the Málaga TechPark ecosystem.
Practical example
An Andalusian chip design startup with 12 employees that currently has no direct contact with SETT or PERTE Chip mechanisms can now attend sector events jointly organized by SETT and Málaga TechPark—at least two per year—to present its project to investors, industrial partners and research center representatives.
If its project is eligible for public funding, SETT's physical presence in the park's facilities facilitates direct access to the technicians responsible for evaluating projects, without needing to travel to Madrid or navigate bureaucracy remotely. The joint Monitoring Committee ensures that these commitments are met during the 4-year term of the agreement.
The practical result: less friction in accessing public funding and greater visibility to private investors, at no additional cost to the company.
What should companies do now?
- Identify if your company is eligible for PERTE Chip: Review whether your activity fits into the semiconductor, microelectronics or digital enabling technologies sectors. SETT is the managing body; its presence in Málaga TechPark is the most direct contact route.
- Register in the Málaga TechPark ecosystem: If you don't have a presence in the park, contact the Parque Tecnológico de Andalucía to explore installation or collaboration options. Physical proximity to SETT is a real competitive advantage in accessing funding.
- Mark annual sector events on your calendar: The agreement guarantees at least two events per year with industry, research centers and universities. These are networking, visibility and investor access opportunities that should not be missed.
- Prepare a fundable project dossier: If you have an R&D project in semiconductors or microelectronics, prepare an executive presentation ready to show to investors and SETT at events or bilateral meetings.
- Follow the evolution of the Málaga Semiconductor Center: The agreement's central objective is to coordinate the implementation of this center. Its opening will generate contracting, collaboration and infrastructure access opportunities for companies in the sector.
Frequently asked questions
What is PERTE Chip and how does it relate to this agreement?
PERTE Chip is the Strategic Plan for Economic Recovery and Transformation dedicated to semiconductors in Spain, the national instrument to align with the European Chips Act. This agreement between SETT and the Parque Tecnológico de Andalucía is one of the territorial mechanisms of PERTE Chip: it establishes an operational base in Málaga to coordinate the implementation of the future Semiconductor Center and channel projects toward public funding.
How long does the agreement last and who oversees it?
The agreement has a duration of 4 years from its entry into force on July 16, 2026. Its compliance is supervised by a joint Monitoring Committee, made up of representatives from both signatory parties: SETT and Parque Tecnológico de Andalucía, SA.
What concrete advantages do semiconductor SMEs and startups get?
SMEs and startups in the sector have preferential access to: (1) projects eligible for public funding under the PERTE Chip framework, thanks to SETT's physical presence in Málaga TechPark; (2) at least two annual events with industry, research centers and universities to connect with investors and partners; and (3) the institutional network of the future Málaga Semiconductor Center. Access has no direct cost to companies.
Does it only affect companies located in Málaga or Andalusia?
The agreement has direct impact on the Andalusian business fabric, but does not exclude companies from other autonomous communities. Any company in the semiconductor or microelectronics sector that wants to establish presence, collaboration or access funding through the Málaga TechPark ecosystem can benefit from the agreement's mechanisms.
What is the Málaga Semiconductor Center and when will it open?
The Málaga Semiconductor Center is the central infrastructure that this agreement seeks to promote. SETT will use the offices provided free of charge by Málaga TechPark precisely to coordinate its implementation. The published regulation does not establish a specific opening date for the center; the 4-year agreement is the framework for advancing its development.
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