The aftermath of Fitur 2026 has brought significant news for the Canary Islands' economic engine: the launch of Abanca Turismo. This is not simply a name change, but a strategic offensive aimed directly at the heart of southern Gran Canaria, where the bank anticipates double-digit growth in just one year. "Businesses in the sector deserve an 'all-inclusive' approach to meeting their needs," says Carmen Peral, a native of the Canary Islands, summarizing a philosophy that perfectly aligns with the character of the island's south.
The launch, held this past Wednesday at the Madrid tourism fair before a select group of businesspeople, paints a picture of extreme specialization. For hoteliers in San Agustín, Meloneras, and Mogán, the novelty lies in the fact that they will no longer deal with a generic manager, but with a unit that applies the "all-inclusive" concept to banking.
Víctor Casal, the bank's CEO, has been clear: the Canary Islands are a priority. Abanca's strategy aims to address a need that the sector in the south of the island has been demanding for years: risk analysts who understand the business. The focus is not limited to large chains. The new unit seeks to attract the entire value chain: restaurants, car rental companies, tour operators, and transportation companies that operate between the airport and tourist areas.
With legal advice included, Abanca is positioning itself as a bridge for Canary Island entrepreneurs looking to expand their investments to destinations like Brazil or Jamaica. Under the leadership of Carmen Peral, Abanca Turismo will operate not only digitally. The bank has confirmed it will strengthen its physical presence with specialized offices throughout the archipelago. This means that, in the coming months, we will see much more aggressive commercial activity in the tourist centers of Gran Canaria, aiming for the double-digit growth they have set as their target for 2026.
