SPAIN —A manufacturing partnership between Chery and Spanish automotive brand Ebro is contributing to the reactivation of vehicle production in Spain, with operations centered at the former Nissan facility in Barcelona’s Zona Franca industrial area. The site, previously vacated following Nissan’s exit, is being repositioned as a hub for new-energy vehicles tailored to European demand.
Operating under Ebro Electric Vehicle Motors, the collaboration has reported sales exceeding 9,000 units in September and has created approximately 1,000 direct jobs along with more than 3,000 indirect positions across the supply chain. The initiative aligns with Spain’s broader reindustrialization agenda, which seeks to restore manufacturing capacity and strengthen domestic value chains.
Recent updates indicate plans to scale production output, localize component sourcing, and introduce additional vehicle models. Expanding local procurement is expected to enhance supply chain resilience and reduce dependency on imports, a strategic priority for European automotive policy.
For the European EV market, the venture underscores increasing cross-border industrial partnerships as automakers seek cost efficiencies and market access. Suppliers, logistics providers, and technology partners may benefit from the plant’s ramp-up, while Spain’s manufacturing sector gains renewed capacity in the competitive electric mobility segment.
