It is necessary to combine the urgency of post-DANA reconstruction with scientific knowledge and research to come up with sustainable solutions that will shape a mobility model that faces the future," said Sergio Vázquez Torrón.
Sergio Vázquez Torrón, president of Ineco, took part in the 1st Municipal Forum on the Mediterranean Corridor, held in Sagunto and organised by elDiario.es. During his speech at the round table, entitled "The Mediterranean corridor, key for Valencian industrial and logistics centres", Sergio Vázquez Torrón highlighted the strategic importance of this infrastructure for Spain and its connection with Europe.
The president of Ineco stressed that "we are at the best economic moment in Spain, the right time for the deployment of the Mediterranean Corridor, which will offer all its economic and social potential".
"It is necessary to combine the urgency of post-DANA reconstruction with scientific knowledge and research to come up with sustainable solutions that will shape a mobility model that faces the future," said Sergio Vázquez Torrón. He also stressed that "the phenomenon of climate change should be more present in the public debate when we talk about the context that causes these catastrophes with such devastating effects".
Ineco, in its role as technical advisor and manager of large projects, has played a key role in guaranteeing the technical and operational interoperability of this infrastructure, both at national and European level.
Record investment for a priority project
Since 2018, the Spanish Government has promoted the Mediterranean Corridor as a strategic priority, allocating €7,193 million in tenders and executing more than €3,920 million until August 2024. This effort translates into more than 800 kilometres under construction, making progress on key sections such as the Murcia-Almeria connection, the Algeciras-Zaragoza rail motorway and the Antequera-Granada high-speed line.
In the Valencian Community, the works include outstanding projects such as the railway access to the ports of Sagunto and Valencia, the implementation of mixed gauge between Valencia and Castellón, and the doubling of the single track between Xàtiva and La Encina.
The forum brought together local leaders, representatives of the logistics sector and infrastructure experts to discuss the impact of the Mediterranean Corridor on economic and territorial development, consolidating its importance as a key element in the progress of Spain and Europe.
