The Gran Canaria municipality of Mogán has officially reached the forefront of national technological development following the publication in the Official State Gazette (BOE) of Order CNU/526/2026, signed by Minister Diana Morant Ripoll. This government resolution formally grants the tourist town the prestigious distinction of 'City of Science and Innovation' within Category B, reserved for municipalities with populations between 20.001 and 100.000. With this milestone, Mogán joins a select group of ten medium-sized cities across Spain, sharing the spotlight with major industrial and technological hubs on the peninsula such as Tres Cantos in Madrid and Vic in Barcelona.
The awarding of this state certification recognizes the Mogán City Council's strategy to diversify its economy and digitize its public services in an area traditionally reliant on the service sector. The recognition from the Ministry of Science, Innovation and Universities not only provides institutional support but also grants Mogán a preferential position and significant competitive advantages when applying for European and national subsidies aimed at urban sustainability, the energy transition, and the modernization of tourist destinations. This status as an innovative city will facilitate the attraction of private investment and the development of technology companies seeking efficient infrastructure.
The path to this success in the Official State Gazette (BOE) culminated after passing the rigorous selection process of a multidisciplinary jury of high-level experts, chaired by Teresa Riesgo Alcaide, Secretary General for Innovation, who meticulously evaluated Mogán's application against dozens of other candidates from across the country. The award provides technical endorsement to local projects aimed at transforming the holiday experience through data analysis, improved public services, and the efficient management of water and energy resources in southern Gran Canaria. From now on, Mogán stands as a leading example of local innovation in the Canary Islands, demonstrating that the tourism industry and scientific progress can advance hand in hand.
