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z ENTERPRISEbusiness back to CONTENTS WORDS BY MARISA CUTILLAS business newsz PASARELA LARIOS MÁLAGA FASHION WEEK

Málaga’s most glamorous fashion event, the Pasarela Larios Málaga Fashion Week, was a roaring success. The event saw hundreds of fashion lovers flock to Málaga’s iconic Calle Larios to view the latest collections by designers such as Ágatha Ruiz de la Prada, Andrea Mazzone, Aurora Gaviño, Nati, Livia Monte-Carlo, and Cala. The catwalk was an impressive 300 metres long. i www.nuevamoda.com

FIRST SPACE HOTEL PRESENTED

AT SUTUS MARBELLA

The first-ever commercial space hotel, which is expected to open in 2027, was presented at the Space and Underwater Tourism (SUTUS) event at Les Roches, Marbella. The luxury resort, launched by Orbital Assembly, will have a restaurant, bar, gym and other exciting features. Also at the event, Space VIP expressed its wish to inspire the next generation of private astronauts, Axiom Space spoke of building cities in outer space, and the Space Tourism Society covered the growing range of spatial experiences. The event was attended by industry leaders like Nancy Vermeulen (private trainer of astronauts at the Academy of Space Training) and Susan Kilrain (a retired astronaut).

i www.lesroches.es

CHOCRÓN JOYEROS

AND GERALD CHARLES WATCHES

Chocrón Joyeros, the luxury jewellery firm which is soon to celebrate its 75th anniversary, is proud to announce that it is now the official distributor of Gerald Charles Watches in Spain. Both companies have great respect for tradition and an eye for innovation, which makes their alliance logical. Gerald Charles is an independent Swiss brand founded in 2000. Its designs are the maximum exponent of artistic creativity and technical mastery. Its beautiful timepieces can be viewed at Chocron’s stores in Marbella, Madrid and Ceuta. i www.chocronjoyeros.com

CINESA PRESENTS FIESTA DEL CINE

From October 3 to 6, Cinesa’s Fiesta de Cine (Movie Festival) will be offering cinema lovers the chance to enjoy all Cinesa films at the reduced price of €3,50. They can also catch their chosen movies at Cinesa’s LUXE zone for only €4,90. Just a few top films to catch are The Wild Girl by Olivia Newman, Spider-Man:

No Way Home – The More Fun Stuff Version by Marvel Studios and Don’t Worry Darling by

Olivia Wilde. i www.cinesa.com

LES ROCHES EXPANDS ITS CAMPUS AND SIGNS NEW AGREEMENT WITH THE WTO

Les Roches Marbella is going from strength to strength, with enrolment rates rising by 65 per cent over the last decade. The school has signed a memorandum of understanding with the World Tourism Organisation (WTO), under which both institutions commit to innovation, entrepreneurship and digital transformation. The school recently presented its new residence in the presence of the Secretary General of the WTO and the Mayor of Marbella, Ángeles Muñoz. The residence now has 212 new beds, distributed among single and double rooms and suites. It is only 1.5km away from the main campus. i www.lesroches.es

DAY OF HOPE WITH CLUB CATAMARAN LES RIVAGES

AND CATAMARANES AVENTURA

Club Catamaran Les Rivages and Catamaranes Aventura recently presented their project, Day of Hope. The initiative will involve giving free catamaran rides to members of APRONA (the Association in Favour of Persons with Functional Disabilities of Estepona). The event was attended by local dignitaries, as well as François Bellote and Michel Dupey, owners of Club Catamaran Les Rivages. i www.clubcatamaranlesrivages.com

SOLES DE MÁLAGA

PUEBLOS CHARITY INITIATIVE

The Fundación Pimpi has organised a charity initiative called Soles De Málaga Pueblos, featuring five fiestas that will take place simultaneously in five pueblos: Benalmádena, Rincón de la Victoria, Mijas, Alhaurín El Grande and San Pedro de Alcántara. The aim is to raise funds for charities located in each of these municipalities. These are: Cudeca (the cancer care hospice), Asalbez (which aids patients with Alzheimer’s and their families), Aprodal (which helps people with disabilities), Apaffer (for people with fibromyalgia) and Fundatul (which also offers assistance to people with disabilities). i www.solesdemalaga.org

MARBELLA 4DAYS WALKING

The 11th edition of Marbella 4Days Walking will be extra special, as it will feature an evening program called Marbella 4Days Fiesta, featuring a host of live performances. The action will be taking place at the Fiesta Village at the Plaza del Mar. There will be a White Party on October 5, a blues and rock music event called Marbella Rocks on October 6, and a dance event, The Summer of Love on October 6. The closing party, Bubbles & Beats, will take place on October 7. i For tickets, www.marbella4dayswalking.com/party NVOGA PRESENTS ABU 14 MARBELLA

Nvoga has officially presented Abu 14 – a beautiful project situated just 200 metres from the Paseo Marítimo and the Nautical Port of La Playa de Marbella. It comprises 16 top-quality, high-tech apartments and penthouses, ranging in size from 124m2 to 186m2 . Each dwelling will have its own underground parking space and storage space. Homeowners will also enjoy spending time on stunning terraces and in common areas. i www.nvoga.com

SYNERGYM

EXPANDS IN SPAIN

The Málaga chain, Synergym, is moving forward with its ambitious plans for expansion. With 54 fitness centres in Spain to its name, the Spanish firm is investing over €40 million in the opening of 40 new centres over the next six months. Synergym is famed for offering top-quality service and a wide array of classes at an affordable price, without contracts or forced continuity. As pointed out by Jordi Bella, General Director of the company, “The healthy lifestyle should be a personal choice, not an obligation.” i www.synergym.es SIERRA BLANCA ESTATES HALF-MARATHON EVENT

Sierra Blanca Estates recently sponsored one of the most important events on runners’ calendars: a half-marathon participated in by international athletes of renown, as well as the Coast’s top runners. The event was organised by RUN-On and ALPA SPORT Y EVENTOS. It featured a 21.097 km race that is recognised by the Royal Spanish Federation of Athletics. The run was supervised by the local police, civil protection, and members of the organisation. i www.sierrablancaestates.com

TALEÑT FORUM TAKES PLACE IN MADRID

Foro TALEÑT gathered over 300 leaders in a search for talent in Spain. Organised by TRIVU, it included in-person and streamed events, as well as a gamified virtual experience. It was attended by the Ministers of Education, Foreign Affairs and Industry and Tourism and many more movers and shakers. TRIVU’s founder, Pablo González, stated, “TALEÑT is the only conference in the world that unites the leaders of a country to talk about this topic. Spain has a unique opportunity to take advantage of the worldwide talent revolution.” i www.wearetrivu.com

BUSY DAYS FOR THE VITHAS XANIT

INTERNATIONAL HOSPITAL

The Vithas Xanit International Hospital has many new things to report this month. Firstly, over 70 students from private and public educational public colleges and universities completed their work experience at the Hospital, obtaining vital knowledge about the practicalities of working in health care. The Hospital also reorganised its Digestive Medicine Service, which is now headed by Dr. Pedro Rosón. He leads a multidisciplinary team of 14 professionals, who specialise in the diagnosis and treatment of digestive tract issues. Finally, a CT scan undertaken at the Hospital on stalagmites will enable scientists to understand the evolution of Málaga’s paleoclimate more accurately. i www.vithas.es

THE SPANISH POKER CHAMPIONSHIP

AT THE CASINO MARBELLA

Casino Marbella will be hosting the eighth stage of The Spanish Poker Championship from October 8 to 16. The event, which is now celebrating its 15th edition, will feature a complete programme that includes four events and seven satellite tournaments. For the first time in this circuit, the stage will feature a special High Roller tournament with a €1.000 entry fee. Those wishing to participate can do so directly by buying the entry from Casino Marbella, or by winning a spot in the classifying satellites on the PokerStars page. The finals (on October 16) will be broadcast live via streaming. i www.casinomarbella.com

THE BRITISH AMBASSADOR TO SPAIN

VISITS CUDECA

Cancer hospice, Cudeca, recently received a visit from Hugh Elliott, the British Ambassador to Spain. He and his wife, María Antonia Martín, were given a guided tour of the building and met staff who recounted the history of the palliative care centre founded by Joan Hunt. The tour of the installations then moved to the recently inaugurated Yusuf Hamied Centre, headquarters of the Cudeca Institute of Studies and Research in Palliative Care. This centre will be used to train future palliative care specialists. i www.cudeca.org