EU designates Spain as ‘high-pressure’ state under new Migration Pact solidarity tool
Spain logs almost 122,000 asylum claims in first ten months of 2025, half approved
Spain Launches EU Entry/Exit System Pilot at Madrid-Barajas
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Palma de Mallorca Set to Become Spain’s Next ‘Smart Border’ on 19 November
Palma de Mallorca Airport will activate the EU Entry/Exit System on 19 November 2025. Authorities warn of longer lines during initial enrolment but promise faster processing in the long run. The move is part of Spain’s nationwide €83 million rollout of biometric ‘smart borders’.
Iberia Strikes Deal with Starlink to Deliver Free High-Speed Wi-Fi Fleet-Wide
Iberia will outfit its entire fleet with free Starlink satellite Wi-Fi by 2026, giving passengers download speeds comparable to home broadband. The deal strengthens the airline’s appeal to business travellers and positions Spain at the forefront of in-flight connectivity in Europe.
Aeroméxico to Restore Direct Mexico City–Barcelona Flights, Raising Capacity to Spain by 11 %
Aeroméxico will resume non-stop Mexico City–Barcelona flights on 28 March 2026, operating six times a week with B787s and boosting its Spain capacity by 11 percent. The move gives Spanish companies a direct link to Mexico’s capital and strengthens Barcelona’s long-haul network.