Canary Islands Collaboration with Applus Norcontrol on Business Excellence

Partnership Announcement

In May 2025, the Canary Islands government officially announced a new collaboration with Applus Norcontrol to boost quality and excellence among local companies.

Objectives of the Partnership

• Organize and evaluate entries for the XIV Canary Business Excellence Award.
• Recognize outstanding businesses contributing to economic competitiveness.

Focus Areas

• Fostering innovation, quality, and competitive success within the regional economy.

Role of Applus Norcontrol

• Support the assessment process through audits and technical reports.
• Help identify areas for improvement.
• Ensure transparency and fairness in the award's selection.

"This initiative aligns with regional policies that incentivize business excellence via official awards and recognition," an official stated.

Broader Collaboration and Funding

• Involves other certification bodies operating in the territory, promoting a broad, inclusive process.
• Does not involve direct government funding; instead, Applus Norcontrol covers the costs of technical evaluations and events.

Timeline and Outcomes

• The agreement is set to run through 2025.
• Culminates in the award ceremony.
• Publicly recognizes top-performing businesses.
• Encourages a culture of quality and excellence across the islands.