- With the participation of Felipe Romera, the relationship between the technopolis and various sectors of the city, such as the University of Málaga (UMA), was analyzed, along with its influence on the economy and its integration into the capital
On 28th November, the Academia Malagueña de Ciencias (Málaga Science Academy) held a public session in the auditorium of the University of Málaga ‘s rectorate. Organized by the Technological Sciences Section of the Academy, the event featured a round table discussion followed by a debate titled “The Andalusian Technology Park: Its relationship with the University and the City of Málaga.” The session was moderated by academicians Rafael Martín Delgado and Rafael Morales Bueno.
Participants of the round table were people linked to institutions involved in the creation and management of this scientific and technological dynamization hub, who, subsequently, possess a deep understanding of the mission they fulfill.
The participants of the round table were: Telecommunication engineer, General Director of Málaga TechPark and Honorary doctorate of the University of Málaga Felipe Romera Lubias; Architect and Head of the Architecture and Infrastructure Department of the Málaga City Council, Javier Pérez de la Fuente; PhD in Computer Engineering and Professor of Telematics Engineering at the University of Málaga, Javier López Muñoz.
The establishment of the Technological Park in Málaga, now Málaga TechPark (MTP), was agreed upon between the Andalusian Regional Government and the Málaga City Council in 1988, and inaugurated in 1992. It has brought significant economic and employment value to the city.
Choosing Malaga and its surrounding as the residence for employees of the park, has given incredible boost to the development of these locations. The creation of the park has had a significant impact on the university which created new science and technical disciplines in order to respond to the demand of graduates for the business within MTP.
The relationship between MTP and the university has been highly fruitful, leading to the development of academic plans tailored to the existing demand. The integration of MTP into the city required addressing some connectivity issues with the capital.
The plans for the development of the territory have adapted their forecasts to this new reality. However, the commuting of individuals working at MTP from their places of residence, particularly from the capital, has been resolved more slowly than desirable. Thus, MTP has emerged as a scientific, cultural, and recreational environment with significant synergy.