Gran Canaria Business
• Main imports: Vehicles, mechanical and electronic equipment, medical and pharmaceutical supplies.
• Main exports: Bananas, tomatoes, flowers, ornamental plants and aloe vera.
• Main trade partners: France, Germany, Italy, UK and Portugal.
Economy
Away from tourism, agriculture and fishing are also important economic activities with tomatoes, bananas and citrus fruits widely grown. The island's manufacturing industry is centered on textiles and embroidery.
Business Etiquette
Office hours: Tend to vary considerably but base hours of 0900-1330 and 1700-1900 are fairly typical.
Business Contacts
Leon y Castillo 322, 35007 Las Palmas, Gran Canaria
Tel: 928 261 570.
Website: www.grancanariacb.com
Spain Convention Bureau (FEMP)
Calle Nuncio 8, 28005 Madrid, Spain
Tel: 913 643 700.
Website: www.femp.es
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