Benito Tesier has called for a decision on a new increase in the statutory minimum wage to be postponed until after the November 29 election. The business representative urged an analysis of the impact of the increase on small businesses and a return to dialogue between the government, trade unions and employers to agree on future wage measures.
Plans to fly directly from Zaragoza Airport to Paris, Venice, Prague or Manchester remain uncertain after 10 planned routes received no bids in the first tender launched by the Government of Aragon and Zaragoza City Council. The setback affects some of the most anticipated destinations but does not halt the airport's expansion plans. From April 2027, if the awards are finalized, the airport will serve 21 destinations in 11 countries, including Palma de Mallorca, compared with the current 11 destinations in six countries.
BSH's Montañana factory has reached 25 million induction cooktops manufactured, a milestone reflecting Zaragoza's role in developing the technology. The company, which owns brands such as Bosch, Siemens and Balay, celebrated the achievement on Thursday after a journey that began with the University of Zaragoza and now enables its products to reach homes in more than 137 countries.
Living in central Zaragoza is a dream for many, especially when it means having a spacious, bright home with every amenity. Paseo de las Damas, one of the most sought-after areas of the Aragonese capital, is home to a spectacular 188-square-metre apartment distinguished by its elegant design, open spaces and two terraces. Renovated in 2018 with quality materials and carefully considered decor, the property promises to be the ideal home for those who dream of enjoying urban life without giving up luxury and comfort.
Aragon’s labor market ended November with rising unemployment alongside signs of strength in hiring and Social Security enrollment. Director General of Economic Policy Ricardo Laborda highlighted the region’s continued dynamism and linked part of the increase in unemployment to more people entering the labor market.
Zaragoza and Seville will be closer than ever thanks to a new direct air connection. Air Horizont has announced a route linking both cities in November and December, with six available dates between November 20 and December 8. The new transport option will allow passengers to travel between the Aragonese and Andalusian capitals in just one hour and 25 minutes.
The dismissal of three Saica Paper employees has led the works committees in Zaragoza and El Burgo de Ebro to call a joint protest. The demonstration will take place this Thursday, November 5, at 6:00 p.m. in Zaragoza’s Plaza de España, where employees are being urged to voice their opposition to decisions their representatives consider unjustified.
Looking for work could open several doors this week across very different sectors. Zaragoza, Huesca and Teruel have new job openings in logistics, electrical work, construction, hospitality, cleaning and retail, with vacancies for both experienced professionals and candidates seeking to enter the labor market without major prior requirements.
When it comes to Spain’s great fortunes, it is easy to guess the names at the top of the rankings: Amancio Ortega, founder of Inditex; his daughter Sandra Ortega; and Valencian businessman Juan Roig, owner of Mercadona supermarkets. However, some of the country’s most significant fortunes can be found without leaving Aragon. The new Forbes list of Spain’s 100 richest people in 2026 includes two Aragonese families whose combined estimated wealth amounts to €3.4 billion.
CCOO Aragon has called on the regional government to strengthen active employment policies and increase financial and human resources for the Aragonese Employment Institute (Inaem) amid rising unemployment. According to data compiled by the union, October ended with 51,700 unemployed people, 1,356 more than in September, a 2.69% increase, and 2,921 more than a year earlier, representing a rise of 5.99%.
Zaragoza is home to unique properties that stand out for their location, views and amenities. One of them is located on Avenida de Gómez Laguna, where a spectacular 116-square-meter apartment has gone on the market. It combines several of the features most sought after by those looking to live in one of the Aragonese capital’s most in-demand residential areas. Two terraces, a communal pool and a prime location are among its main attractions.
Aragon recorded 1,356 more people on the unemployment register in October, a 2.69% increase from September that brought the total to 51,700. The monthly rise in the region was above the national average of 1.81%.
The Public Business Corporation of Aragón (CEPA) wants to overhaul its operating model so that its public companies work in a more coordinated way and share resources. To this end, it will draw up a 2027–2031 Strategic Plan to move toward “the creation of a genuine business group that is more efficient, coordinated and prepared for the future”. Its CEO, Eloy Suárez, announced the initiative during the convention of managers of Aragón’s public companies.
The 28th edition of Smagua, to be held from February 16 to 18, 2027, at Feria de Zaragoza, will strengthen the presence of the urban water sector. To this end, the exhibition center and the Spanish Association of Urban Water Management Companies (Daquas) have reached an agreement to boost companies' participation and organize professional events during the trade fair.
Unemployed people in Aragon will have new training opportunities to improve their chances of finding work. The Aragonese Employment Institute (INAEM) has allocated three million euros to the Wave Plus Plan for Unemployed People, which will fund courses tailored to companies’ needs, with particular attention to digital and technological skills.
Aragon was the standout region at the 33rd edition of the Porc d’Or White Pig Awards, winning 13 prizes and topping the national rankings. The region outperformed Galicia, which received 11 awards, and Catalonia, which took home 7. The ceremony, known as the Oscars of the pig sector and organized by IRTA together with Ceva Animal Health and Interporc, brought together more than 650 professionals at the Galicia Conference and Exhibition Centre in Santiago de Compostela.
Central Zaragoza is about to welcome a new supermarket. After months of construction and a large banner that sparked curiosity among passers-by, a well-known German chain has confirmed when its new store will open. It will be on November 12, in a strategic location next to the Plaza de Toros de la Misericordia.
Renting a home in Aragon is becoming increasingly expensive. Prices rose 8.4% in October compared with the same month last year, making the region the second in Spain with the biggest increase. Huesca stands out in particular, leading the rises among Spain’s provincial capitals with an increase of nearly 20%.
CCOO Secretary General Unai Sordo has defended the November 11 general strike in Zaragoza as a mobilization for access to housing, higher wages and improved public services. Sordo said rising rents and property prices are absorbing wage gains and making life harder for families. “No collective agreement can withstand a 12% year-on-year increase in housing prices,” he said.
Zaragoza is home to properties that stand out for their location, views and move-in-ready condition. One of them is on Paseo de María Agustín, very close to Avenida de Madrid and Plaza Europa. It is a ninth-floor apartment with a terrace, east-facing orientation and a full renovation that has given it a modern, welcoming look.
