Spain
Examining the pieces of the inflation puzzle
Good news is on the horizon as price levels stabilize globally. But how is the situation still affecting pet owners?
What we can learn from profiling Spain's pet parents
Their relationships with their animals, the type of food they buy and the retail channels they prefer determine the kind of pet parents they are.
Symrise reports dynamic growth for its pet food business
The company highlights the strong performance of the segment in the first six months of 2024 and plans to divest its aquaculture business this year.
Kormotech taps into the booming e-commerce market in South Korea
The company has become the first Ukrainian pet food manufacturer to enter the East Asian market.
$3.9 billion: packaging firm Sonoco acquires metal can maker Eviosys
The firm operates in Europe, the Middle East and Africa and has a range of customers in the pet industry.
Traveling with pets on public transport: the current state of play
Some countries have recently changed the rules around allowing small animals to be transported on their public transport networks.
Country report: Spain - Pet prioritization drives innovation
A shift in perception has expanded the Spanish pet care market and heightened the demand for high-quality products and services focused on well-being.
Spanish airline to offer pet treats on board
Vueling increases its pet treat menu to meet the rising demand of passengers traveling with their furry friends.
Gloria Pets recognized among 500 Spanish SMEs leading business growth
The Spanish pet product distributor operates in more than 30 countries and is looking to expand its footprint in the near future.
Picart opens new production plant in Barcelona
The pet food manufacturer, which is celebrating its 70th anniversary, will triple capacity.
New Animal Welfare Law enters into force in Spain
The local pet industry warns that some provisions, such as the sales ban on cats and dogs in pet stores, will impact business.
Asia's insect-based pet food is causing a buzz
Southeast Asia's tropical climate is perfect for investment in insect farming, and the most used insects for pet food – like the BSF – are native to the region.
UK delays plastic packaging tax scheme
Pet businesses will have until October 2025 to start paying the cost of recycling their packaging.
The post-Black Sea grain era
Players are seeking alternative transport routes, but fearing a price increase in the near future.
These pet firms have recently been awarded
From eco-friendly products to innovative portfolios, pet businesses are showing their resilience.
Spanish pet food industry increases revenue by 14%
All food types registered sales growth last year, with the biggest increase being wet products for cats.
What we know about the merger of CrazyPet and Miscota
The combined turnover of both Spanish pet retailers was approximately €60 million ($64.4M) in 2022.
Spanish pet health platform closes $5 million fund
Barkibu wants to boost its artificial intelligence capabilities and expand the portfolio of services.
ADM opens probiotic production facility in Spain
The $30 million facility will manufacture probiotics and postbiotics for human and pet nutrition.
Zolux expands into Iberia with a new subsidiary
The new branch, settled after the cooperation with an ornamental fish distributor, will serve customers in Spain and Portugal.
