Roberto Barrios, Lanzarote's only Canary knife artisan: "The more you use it, the more beautiful it gets"
The master knife maker from Tinajo brings us closer to the particularities of the Canarian knife, as well as its history and tradition, in an interview with Ekonomus
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The publishing industry of Lanzarote, present at the Madrid Book Fair
Canary Islands returns to the Madrid Book Fair with its own stand and different activities to publicize the diversity of our island literature where Lanzarote is having great prominence
With 20 years old and from Lanzarote: Alejandro Müller launches Sirvo, the reservation software for restaurants that gives more for less
The entrepreneur from Costa Teguise shares the technological innovations of his system, many of which the competition does not have, and why it is much cheaper, in an interview
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Fabiola González, the artisan from Lanzarote who creates bags with "fabrics that recover stories"
The rabbit designer shares her passion for creating unique bags with recycled fabrics that inspire her creativity, hold stories, and combat pollution, in an interview with Ekonomus
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Lucía Perdomo, the pioneering doctor in hair transplants in Lanzarote
The doctor from San Bartolomé, where she founded the SIRA clinic, explains the technique she uses, as well as the non-surgical options, in an interview with Ekonomus
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The story of Lanzaroteño Paco Dorta, from carpenter to reference in the creation of ancient instruments
The only luthier in the Canary Islands specializing in creating instruments from the medieval to the baroque period explains why he loves this profession and invites generational change in Lanzarote, in an interview with Ekonomus
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The funny shirts of 'Las Chuchis': "We send orders to Canary Islanders all over the world, even in China"
Tatiana Hernández, daughter of the founder, María Jesús Páez, tells us the story and the brilliant present of the "gracioseras" shirts in color, inspired by the traditional ones, but different, in an interview with Ekonomus
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AquantIAlab, the Lanzarote start-up that wants to revolutionize irrigation and save up to 40% of water
Its CEO, Pablo Peón, explains how they plan for farmers, households, and businesses to be informed and able to control the entire water cycle through their mobile phones, in an interview with Ekonomus
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Angie Vázquez, the architect who creates artisan haute couture bags in Lanzarote
The designer based on the island shares how her passion for art, her dedication and the advice of island experts, have allowed her to create author's bags, in an interview with Ekonomus
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Laura Loiterstein: “In Signalanz there are no female bosses, as a cooperative, we are all on equal terms”
The sign language interpreter explains how her business works and addresses the integration of deaf people in Lanzarote, the progress achieved and what remains to be done, in an interview with Ekonomus
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Open the period for the Canarian Award to the Business Excellence 2026
The call contemplates three modalities: medium-large company, small industrial company, and small non-industrial company
Jenny Broudin, from lifeguard to managing two rural hotels and a travel agency in Lanzarote
The young Frenchwoman settled on the island since she was a baby tells in an interview on 'Más de Uno Gourmet' how with only 34 years she has managed to be director of the Emblematic Hotel DelMás, Finca La Crucita and of the Zeus Experience agency
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Silvia de Noia, the designer who is inspired by the volcanoes of Lanzarote to create jewels of fire
Has just returned from presenting his latest collection at Madrid Fashion Week by the hand of Lanzarote Moda and speaks with Ekonomus about his story, his jewelry enamel technique at 850 degrees and his love for the island
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Juanma García (Skynox Drones): “We are mapping Lanzarote zone by zone to see where there are water leaks”
The Madrid entrepreneur explains how he and his two Lanzarote partners continue scaling their project with better drones and sensors, prioritizing water, but also developing other areas
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Two jewelry designers from Lanzarote, at Madrid Fashion Week
They have formed part of the parade “Euphoria-A flash, an emotion. Capture a moment”, by designer Juan Duyos, held at the Cervantes Institute
Magic Chapel, a chapel to get married in Lanzarote in the purest Las Vegas style
The Canarian entrepreneur Pepa Ortega shares her trajectory and all the details of her business initiative for weddings and funerals full of beauty and originality in which love is celebrated, in an interview with Ekonomus
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The Chingafa project: how vulnerable young people regenerate agricultural lands of Lanzarote
The social worker Silverio Campos explains in an interview how the project he coordinates at Trib-Arte contributes to the island's biodiversity and the integration of former foster youth.
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Hugo Pérez (ACEA): "The Clearance Sale is more powerful than Black Friday and Christmas"
The manager of the Association of Commerce and Entrepreneurs Ajei explains the virtues of commerce in San Bartolomé and ACEA's work for it to continue growing and get on the digital train, in an interview with Ekonomus
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Jessica and Rosamy Morales, pastry chef sisters who innovate, both in the La Vega neighborhood and at Madrid Fusión
The women entrepreneurs who raise rabbits explain in an interview how they set up their business, share the personalized service they offer, and recount their experience at Madrid Fusión.
Canaries created 25% more companies in December 2025 than the previous year
The number of companies created in the Canary Islands last December was close to 500, whose capital amounted to nearly nine million euros
SkincAIr, an app designed in Lanzarote to save millions of people from leprosy
David Shaikh Urbina explains in an interview how he leads from Lanzarote a project financed with five million euros by the European Commission and announces that he is looking for talent in Lanzarote to hire
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A winery owner from Lanzarote receives the Isabel Mijares award in Barcelona
The professional collective Women of Wine grants this award that recognizes the contribution and female leadership in the field of viticulture and oenology
Canary Islands hops on the venture capital train for startups
Spain's main private startup investment association lands in the Canary Islands with Archipélago Next, the first venture capital management company based on the islands
Karliana José Aguilera, the farmer who sells perfectly sized Lanzarote sweet potatoes "to wrinkle like potatoes"
Aguilera, who plans to distribute her product throughout the Canary Islands in 2026, shares her journey, the origin of the project, and her future plans in an interview with Ekonomus
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Carolina Argenté, director of Go Popup from Lanzarote: "A big city is not necessary to create a big company"
The entrepreneur based in La Santa explains in an interview how her technological platform works, which, in the style of Airbnb, offers more than 3,000 spaces in thirteen countries to create ephemeral stores with which to position a brand or a product
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The story of Naji Zedaoui, from juggling three jobs to opening four restaurants in Lanzarote
The businessman of Sahrawi origin, a true example of integration and entrepreneurship on the island, shares his journey in an interview
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Atomtech, the Lanzarote start-up that advises island SMEs on what their customers think
Its founder, Diego Ruiz, explains how its clients improve sales through artificial intelligence and data analysis, and shares his plans to hire local talent, in an interview
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Francisco Bermejo, pioneer of xeriscaping and palm tree restoration in Lanzarote
The founder of the gardening company Canariensis, which is adding a store for professionals in Tías to its business, explains in an interview the advantages of creating gardens with low water consumption plants in Lanzarote
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Alejandro Rodríguez, instrument restorer: "In the United States, if I needed 20 workers tomorrow, I'd have them"
Rodríguez brought it to the Canary Islands, in his van, from the south of France, and after dismantling it piece by piece, the organ he is currently restoring, so that it sounds at full capacity in Los Dolores
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Rubén Abellá (Snipe): "On our platform, the seller doesn't compete on price, but on meaning"
Lanzarote's Judit Hernández and Oviedo's Rubén Abellá are launching a sales application from Lanzarote for everyone, but particularly for young people and artists
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Vanessa Marrero, the economist who teaches how to "build profitable businesses that adapt to your life" from Lanzarote
The financial advisor, who has trained thousands of entrepreneurs with her School of Economic Tranquility, shares the keys to good business finances with Ekonomus.
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The 'Sustainable Talent' 2026 awards of the Lanzarote Chamber are announced
In collaboration with the Líneas Romero Foundation, business projects that are committed to regenerative innovation, sustainability and social responsibility in Lanzarote are sought
The Chamber promotes competitiveness in Lanzarote by disseminating the advantages of the REF
Entrepreneurs and professionals from Lanzarote and La Graciosa discover firsthand the fiscal and economic incentives offered by the Economic and Fiscal Regime
The Chamber supports the consolidation of thirteen emerging companies in Lanzarote
Discover how each participating business obtains specialized mentoring in matters such as finance, taxation or corporate image
Rosa Delgado (Lanzarote Moda): “I like to make pieces that are kept for future generations”
The designer from Arrecife, who draws inspiration from the golden Hollywood of the 50s for her turbans, neckpieces, and kimonos, shares her art in an interview with Ekonomus
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Álvaro González (Villalize): “We have technology to maximize profitability that no one in Lanzarote is offering”
The CEO of the vacation rental platform 'made in Lanzarote' explains in an interview what distinguishes his company from the others and how he manages to attract guests directly
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Carlos Rodríguez, the Lanzarote native who opened a ZEC company in Lanzarote
The administrator of Bauss Software explains in an interview how he got the support of a large business group to open a subsidiary specializing in development on the island
Raúl de la Rosa (70 Milímetros): "We are going to make feature films in Lanzarote with professionals from the island"
The director of the new island production company announces that the first film will be a period piece and the second will be horror, both set on the island and with local teams.
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Only a third of family businesses achieve a successful succession
Documents such as a family business protocol can prevent disputes between heirs and help ensure business continuity
Canary Islands health companies seek business opportunities in Africa
Hospital services, medical equipment and devices, and health technologies are some of the areas for developing future expansion projects.
Pablo Hernández: “Lanzarote has doubled the rate of ZEC company arrivals”
The president of the Canary Islands Special Zone explains how they have managed to attract more companies and exceed 11,000 direct jobs in the archipelago, in an interview with Ekonomus
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Nassima (designer): "I mix the style of Paris with the elegance and minimalism of Lanzarote"
The Lanzarote-based fashion designer explains how the inspiration for her garments arises, created by hand on the island, with completely recycled materials
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Do you want to start a business in Lanzarote? The Chamber trains you for free
The 2025 edition will have 60 hours of training that includes business planning and viability, financial management, marketing and leadership skills
Lanzarote's SMEs can now apply for internationalization aid for non-capital islands
Nearly half of last year's beneficiaries were entrepreneurs from Lanzarote. The deadline to apply starts this Monday and will be open until May 13
Visi González: “Lanzarote, its essence and lifestyle inspire my designs”
The creator of the Macaronesia swimwear brand explains what distinguishes her swimsuits from other proposals in an interview with Ekonomus
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Canary Islands will subsidize 100% in advance, innovative business projects
Each selected project will receive between 100,000 and 300,000 euros in aid. Applications can be submitted from April 21
Lanzarote fashion, conquering Madrid
The Cabildo has just opened the registration period for new designers who wish to join the Lanzarote Moda label
Nacho Nanni: “El Risco de Famara inspires our pieces”
Nacho Nanni and Yaiza Sepúlveda explain how they decided to take the entrepreneurial leap to create unique pieces, with precious stones, that sell for thousands of euros, in an interview with Ekonomus
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Alejandro Delgado from Lanzarote, awarded for developing an app to "end supermarket queues"
"My solution costs 25% of other automation solutions being developed in the world," Delgado explains in an interview with Ekonomus
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Sandra González: “Lanzarote is a wonderful island for the imagination to soar”
Actress, director and teacher, Sandra González creates masks and puppets for her shows in Lanzarote. In an interview with Ekonomus, she shares her passion for theater and for awakening the imagination of children and adults.
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