# Andalusia Accelerates Industrial Subsidies to Secure Ryanair Engine Facility Regional government streamlines funding processes to outpace international competitors for Ryanair's major investment. - **Source:** [El Confidencial – España](https://www.elconfidencial.com/espana) - **Published:** 2026-11-08 - **Topic:** [Business](https://brifing.si/c/business) - **Original article:** - **On Brifing:** https://brifing.si/s/80940e7e-2a8c-488c-ad7e-f902a9df1a9b ## Streamlining Regional Funding The Andalusian government has issued a new order allowing the region to grant industrial subsidies without waiting for central state approval. This regulatory change aims to eliminate months of administrative delays. By decoupling regional funding from national processes, officials hope to provide a more competitive environment for large-scale international industrial investments. ## The Ryanair Investment Project Ryanair plans to build a major engine maintenance and repair center in Seville, targeting a 2029 operational launch. The project, managed by the subsidiary Negocios Raiseber, involves a total investment exceeding 500 million euros. It is expected to create 600 direct jobs and 950 total positions within the facility's operations. ## Global Competitive Landscape Seville is competing against Sosnowiec in Poland and Northern Ireland for the facility. Northern Ireland recently proposed 80 million euros in public support to attract the project to Belfast. Meanwhile, Poland offers financial backing and tax exemptions through the Katowice Special Economic Zone, intensifying the pressure on Spanish regional authorities. ## Administrative and Infrastructure Progress The Junta de Andalucia has already incorporated the project into its Project Accelerator Unit and granted simplified environmental authorization. Additionally, the Port of Seville, the Free Trade Zone, and Endesa are investing over three million euros to provide 20 megawatts of power, including a new transformer at the Torrecullar substation. ## Strategic Industrial Goals Ryanair aims to establish two major engine repair centers in Europe to reduce reliance on external suppliers. CEO Michael O'Leary previously indicated plans for one facility in Western Europe and another in the East. The Seville site would complement the airline's existing heavy maintenance center located at San Pablo Airport. ## Facility Operational Capacity The proposed Seville complex is designed to process approximately 200 engines annually. The facility will feature specialized workshops for disassembly, inspection, repair, and assembly, alongside dedicated areas for final testing. This infrastructure is critical for Ryanair's long-term maintenance strategy, ensuring internal control over its fleet's engine health and operational efficiency. ## Timeline for Final Decision Ryanair DAC CEO Eddie Wilson expects a final decision on the location of the new centers before the end of 2026. The company intends to begin construction in early 2027. While Seville has made significant progress on permits and land allocation, the final choice remains entirely at the airline's discretion. ## Economic Impact Significance The 40 million euros in public aid currently discussed for Seville represents a strategic effort to secure high-value industrial employment. By accelerating bureaucratic processes, the regional government seeks to mitigate the risk of losing the project to international rivals. The outcome will significantly influence the industrial development of the Seville port area. ## Sources covering this story - https://www.elconfidencial.com/espana/andalucia/2026-11-08/la-junta-cambia-sus-ayudas-industriales-para-acelerar-la-inversion-de-ryanair-en-sevilla_4460417/ — --- _Summary written by Brifing from the original reporting. Copyright in the original article belongs to its publisher; read the full piece at the link above._