The Cádiz Advanced Manufacturing Center is taking its first steps toward becoming fully operational. We spoke with Esperanza Parra, the center’s head of administrative and legal affairs, to learn firsthand how key aspects such as transparency, internal coordination, and collaboration with public institutions are being managed.
How is transparency ensured in the CFA’s processes?
From the outset, all procedures are designed to be public and open. We want any company to have access on an equal footing. To this end, guidelines have been established to serve as a filter for project submissions, overseen by both Fidamc—which has been awarded the contract to manage the center—and the Regional Government of Andalusia. Furthermore, this process is subject to ongoing audits by the government.
What measures are being taken to ensure a safe work environment?
We are currently adapting Fidamc’s occupational risk prevention plan to the specific characteristics of the CFA. We are working with a company that specializes in risk prevention to analyze the equipment and assess potential risks in order to ensure the safety of both users and workers.
How is coordination being organized among the different departments at the CFA?
Our current team allows us to work very closely and in a coordinated manner. We’re in constant contact: I’m in touch with Javier, our operations manager, as well as with staff in Madrid from the Fidamc team, who provide us with technical support. The entire team is deeply committed to getting this project off the ground.
What about coordination with institutional stakeholders?
We hold weekly meetings with the Regional Government of Andalusia and the IDEA Agency. This direct communication allows us to jointly define the required reporting formats and procedures. There is clear and very positive engagement from all levels of the administration.
What role does the Regional Government play in strengthening the CFA?
It plays an absolutely fundamental role. They have made a very substantial financial investment and have clearly committed to the CFA as a driver of innovation, employment, and training. We want this center to become a benchmark not only in Andalusia, but also nationally and internationally. We want companies from all over the world to have the opportunity to develop projects here.
What are the main administrative challenges for the future?
Without a doubt, the most immediate challenge is getting the center up and running, which will happen soon. This is a complex public-private partnership that requires a solid administrative structure. The important thing is to do it right and safely from the start, with all the necessary safeguards in place.
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