CT Is joining AMETIC, the largest representative organization of the digital industry in Spain, as a part of its open innovation strategy, which includes a broad ecosystem of external participants.

As a new member of AMETIC, CT will contribute its experience in key areas such as digital management and talent, artificial intelligence, and defense technologies. In the aerospace and defense industries, CT has positioned itself as a trusted partner in European military and civil aviation programs, as well as in R&D initiatives. Its specialization in high-performance electronics systems, radio frequency solutions, and embedded software ensures utmost reliability in critical environments. “For CT, forming a part of AMETIC and its network of over 300 members is an honor. They are all leading companies in digital transformation, coming from a wide range of sectors. Furthermore, our mission, which is to provide innovative services and technological solutions that help our clients to be more effective and competitive, is in line with the objectives of this association”, states José Evelio Jiménez, Country Manager of CT Spain.

AMETIC works in various areas of interest for the domestic digital industry through 21 committees that cover the main priorities of the Digital Agenda of our industry, both domestically and internationally. It also organizes important annual events that have become benchmarks in the sector, such as the Meeting on the Digital Economy and Telecommunications, the AMETIC Artificial Intelligence Summit, the Digital Tourist Conference, and the forum, Partnership for the Development of Digital Talent.

AMETIC’s main objective is to promote the development of an economic policy and a legislative environment that facilitates the development and use of digital technologies. Its 300 members include companies of all types and sizes, although they are always within the framework of the ICT sector, Telecommunications, Enabling Technologies, the Electronics Industry, and Digital Services, among other areas.

The organization promotes dialogue between companies, public and private institutions, and various sector organizations. It also drives collaborative projects among its members, whereby they contribute to sustainable economic development, increased competitiveness in the sector, and the creation of quality employment.

By joining forces with AMETIC, CT strengthens its role as a driver of digitalization in engineering, thereby contributing to building a more solid and innovative digital industry in Spain. The company’s participation in this platform will allow it to share knowledge, develop new synergies, and continue leading the technological evolution of the sector.

CT is proud to announce its Emerald sponsorship for the INCOSE International Workshop 2025, a premier event in systems engineering, taking place in Seville, Spain, from February 1-4, 2025. This key event will explore cutting-edge topics in systems engineering, including Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) with a focus on the SysML v2 transition, digital twins, and the role of systems engineering in energy transition.

As a leading engineering company providing end-to-end support, CT brings a wealth of experience to the table across a wide range of sectors. The company has been at the forefront of projects in digital twins, systems engineering, and energy transition, and has deep expertise in these areas. In particular, CT has implemented digital twin solutions in industries such as energy, manufacturing, defense, naval, and aerospace. Their successful projects, including optimizing the performance of hydroelectric plants, enhancing production processes through virtual simulations, and participating in numerous European R&D initiatives (such as Digital HBE Twin, EcoMobility, and Welder), showcase their leadership and innovative approach.

One of the highlights of CT’s involvement at the INCOSE International Workshop will be its strong emphasis on Model-Based Engineering (MBE). As part of its commitment with INCOSE, CT will present its demonstrated capabilities in MBSE, illustrating its extensive experience and the advantages it brings to systems engineering processes. The company has established a Model-Based Engineering (MBE) Center of Excellence, in order to consolidate its leadership in critical sectors like aerospace, naval, and defense, while also developing its own methodology to support the supply chain. Additionally, the company has been participating for several years in R&D projects under European calls that develop and use MBE methodologies.

“Our MBE methodology is designed to manage complex systems with both functional and non-functional constraints,” explains Fernando Mas, PhD and CTO – VP of Technology. “It promotes a collaborative process from concept to deployment, ensuring that all stakeholders share a unified language and model. This approach facilitates the formalization, simulation, and validation of behaviors and constraints, optimizing decisions from early stages and exploring solutions to identify the best alternatives.”

Thanks to the collaboration between CT Engineering and CT Solutions, two entities of the CT Group, the company delivers specialized expertise in the development and implementation of MBE methodologies, processes, and tools. This partnership supports Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs), defense projects, and supply chains in managing complex systems of systems, ensuring robust solutions for a range of critical industries.

CT’s participation as an Emerald Sponsor of the INCOSE International Workshop 2025 highlights the company’s commitment to advancing the field of systems engineering, especially through its leadership in Model-Based Engineering. With a proven track record in digital twins, energy transition, and MBE, CT is set to play a key role in shaping the future of these transformative technologies.

Model-based engineering

Model-Based Engineering (MBE) has emerged as a key methodology in industry to improve efficiency and reduce costs and lead times in the design and development of complex systems. Although its initial application was concentrated in sectors such as aerospace, defense and the naval industry, its begun to have a profound impact on the automotive industry, revolutionizing both the large Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) and the suppliers in the supply chain.

This article explores how MBE is transforming the way vehicles are designed, tested and manufactured, and how this methodology is penetrating every level of the automotive supply chain.

 

What is MBE?

Model-based engineering is a methodology that uses digital representations or models to design and simulate complex systems. It is based on the creation of models that integrate different engineering disciplines, such as mechanics, electronics and software with the objective of representing not only the physical properties, but also the

behavior and relationships of an element or subsystem within a complex system.

This allows engineers to evaluate performance and make decisions prior to physical implementation.

Using model-based engineering, engineers can create detailed representations that allow them to visualize the behavior of the system under various conditions without having to physically build it. These models allow virtual testing to identify potential system failures or inefficiencies in order to iteratively adjust and improve the system, significantly reducing the time and costs associated with prototyping.

 

MBE in the aeroespace, naval and defense industries

MBE recorded its first successes in industries such as aerospace, defense and naval, where system complexity and simultaneously managing multiple variables are critical. An emblematic example is NASA, which has used advanced models to define, simulate and validate its flight systems prior to physical testing, significantly reducing development costs.

In the naval sector, companies such as Lockheed Martin and General Dynamics have employed MBE to design submarines and ships, enabling the integration of mechanical, electrical and software subsystems in a virtual environment before building the first physical prototypes. Similarly, the defense industry is benefiting from the use of model-based engineering in systems integration, achieving greater interoperability and reduced development times. One example is the future European FCAS fighter aircraft.

 

MBE in the automotive industry

In recent years, major automakers have begun to adopt MBE as a fundamental tool to meet the challenges of digital continuity and sustainable mobility. Today’s vehicles, especially electric and autonomous vehicles, increasingly rely on integrated hardware and software systems that require more sophisticated management during development.

OEMs such as General Motors, Ford, Toyota and Volkswagen use MBE to optimize the design of their vehicles from the early conceptual stages to series production. The use of MBE allows engineers to virtually test the interaction between different subsystems, such as electric motors, energy management systems and autonomous driving sensors. This approach significantly reduces development times, lowers the costs associated with physical prototypes, and improves vehicle quality and reliability.

 

MBE is expanding into the automotive supply chain

One of the big challenges facing the automotive industry in its digital transformation is bringing advanced methodologies such as MBE to the downstream supply chain. OEMs have made already significant investments in MBE implementation, and now Tier 1, 2, and 3 suppliers, responsible for supplying smaller components and systems, are beginning to adopt these practices.

 

The future of MBE in the automotive industry

The advancement of autonomous driving, vehicle electrification and the implementation of connected systems are driving the adoption of MBE as an essential methodology for automotive design and production.

Model-Based Engineering is revolutionizing the way vehicles are designed, tested and manufactured. As OEMs and their suppliers move towards full digitization, MBE plays a key role in integrating complex systems, improving efficiency and reducing costs. Although the automotive industry is in the early stages of this transformation, the potential of MBE to improve quality and accelerate the development of innovative vehicles is undeniable.

 

CT’s role in the deployment of MBE.

Always attentive to technological trends and with the founding mission of using the most advanced methodologies, processes and tools at the service of improving the efficiency of our customers, CT has launched the MBE Center of Excellence with the aim of deploying this methodology in all technological areas. Taking advantage of our extensive experience in the aeronautical and aerospace sectors, we are promoting the application of model-based engineering in all sectors with special attention to the automotive sector, where this technology will play a key role in the near future.

The CT Group, comprised of CT Ingenieros and CT Solutions, announces the appointment of Jaime Pita Ortega as Chief Financial Officer and Ignacio Abbad Slocker as Marketing and Communications Director, bolstering its executive team at a pivotal moment for the company’s growth and expansion.

Key appointments for strategic growth

Jaime Pita Ortega, with a solid background in financial management, takes on the leadership of CT’s
financial area. Jaime brings extensive experience in financial management and previously held the
same role at Aranzadi LA LEY (Karnov Group), where he led the integration of the companies following
their acquisition in 2022. He has also been responsible for optimizing financial processes, as well as
managing personnel and systems. Jaime began his career as an auditor at KPMG and holds a degree
in Business Administration and Management from the Universidad Carlos III de Madrid.
Ignacio Abbad Slocker, with more than 17 years of international experience leading marketing and
communication strategies in both B2B and B2C sectors, will oversee brand positioning, expansion, and
the group’s communication efforts. Ignacio is an expert in corporate communication, digital marketing,
and strategic positioning. He holds degrees in Journalism, Advertising, and Public Relations, as well as
a Master’s in International Business Management and Marketing from IPAG Business School in Paris.

Commitment to continuous improvement

David Prieto, CEO of CT, stated: “We are thrilled to welcome Ignacio and Jaime to our executive team.
Their addition strengthens the Finance and Marketing & Communications areas as strategic partners
at a crucial moment for CT. Their experience and leadership mark another step in our commitment to
continuous improvement, ensuring that CT continues to fulfill its mission: providing technological
solutions that help our clients become more efficient and competitive.”
These appointments are part of CT’s strategy to further solidify its leadership position in sectors such
as aerospace, space, naval, automotive, rail, energy, and industrial.

CT, a leading engineering company in technological innovation throughout the product life cycle, has received the prestigious Excellence Award from the German Chamber of Commerce, in the category of the “most comprehensive project”, in recognition of its initiative “Forging the future: Engineering with soul”. The award was presented this afternoon at the emblematic Llotja de Mar convention center in Barcelona, in a ceremony presided over by representatives of the German Chamber of Commerce and the Consul General of the German Embassy. Fernando Corominas, Head of People & Culture of CT, accepted the award on behalf of the company.

The award-winning project has been recognized as an example of CT’s good practice in Human Resources, “for its great work in finding, motivating, training and retaining talent in the company”, in the words of the jury. Through this project, CT reinforces its strategy focused on attracting and developing young engineering talent, promoting collaboration between universities and companies, and betting on innovation and sustainability in technological projects. It also promotes the welfare and professional development of its employees.

During his acceptance speech, Fernando Corominas said that “since our beginnings, we have strived to create a culture in which each person not only contributes the best of themselves, but also finds an environment in which to grow and develop their full potential”.

To this he added: “We are more than an engineering company: we are a team committed to technical excellence, constant innovation and, above all, to people”. We have the firm conviction that, with a clear vision and a committed team, we can continue to forge the future, and we will do so with the same enthusiasm with which we began.”

In this 13th edition of the Excellence Award, the theme of which was “Talent. Training. Employment”, the German Chamber of Commerce has evaluated criteria such as the impact on the employee in Spain, the impact on job qualification and possible repercussion on product quality or customer satisfaction, collaboration with vocational training centers and universities, and the degree of innovation and success in the implementation of the projects presented.

Commitment to talent and society

The prize received by the winners, which includes an economic endowment of €5,000, has been donated in its entirety to Pinardi, a Federation of Salesian Social Platforms. This entity develops social projects aimed at vulnerable groups, with the aim of promoting equal opportunities through comprehensive education, training and socio-occupational integration, and awareness of new situations of social exclusion.

CT has shared the podium of this edition together with other outstanding companies who won in their respective categories, among them, HARIBO, BENTELER and Makro.

This award reinforces CT’s commitment to excellence in talent management and social responsibility, reaffirming its role as one of the leading companies in the engineering sector in Spain.

These prestigious awards highlight the projects of companies that drive digital transformation and sustainability, promoting technological solutions to global challenges. The ABB AbilityTM awards recognize organizations that, through technology, achieve a positive impact in areas such as energy efficiency, carbon footprint reduction and environmental sustainability. The awards ceremony took place on November 12 at Espacio Ventas in Madrid, where the winners in each category have been announced. Laura Alonso García, R&D Project Manager and leader of CT’s green technologies group, accepted this recognition on behalf of the entire team.

The REPERA project (Retrieving Plastic Ebb from Rivers Autonomously), developed by CT, addresses the urgent problem of plastic pollution in rivers and oceans. With eight million tons of plastic entering the oceans each year, REPERA proposes a solution that intercepts the waste before it reaches the sea, taking advantage of river currents and significantly reducing offshore collection efforts. REPERA’s technology combines physical barriers with innovative bubble curtains, forming a self-contained system that integrates into the natural flow of water without interfering with river traffic.

REPERA is a unique and sustainable solution, based on the principles of energy efficiency and digital autonomy. Powered by sustainable energy and controlled by artificial intelligence, this system uses machine learning and advanced sensing technologies to optimize its waste detection and collection operations. Its multifunctional nature allows it to act as a physical barrier or as a bubble curtain, adapting to different locations, from inland rivers to estuaries and coastal areas.

Among the technical aspects of REPERA is the integration of advanced numerical models based on computational fluid dynamics (CFD), developed through the OpenFOAM platform. This tool allows CT engineers to analyze and simulate waste flows in the water, optimizing capture efficiency and system performance. In addition, artificial intelligence and data collected from real-time sensors provide the system with predictive capabilities, enabling more agile and data-driven decision making.

REPERA’s potential lies not only in its capacity to collect plastic waste, but also in its scalability and adaptability to various applications. Its conceptual design allows for future expansion, facilitating the creation of additional versions of the system to respond to the changing needs of each environment.

This recognition at the ABB AbilityTM Awards underscores CT’s commitment to sustainability and technological innovation, demonstrating how digitization and advanced engineering can offer tangible solutions for the protection of marine ecosystems.

 

 

CT, a leading engineering company in technological innovation throughout the product life cycle, has received the prestigious Excellence Award from the German Chamber of Commerce, in the category of the “most comprehensive project”, in recognition of its initiative “Forging the future: Engineering with soul”. The award was presented this afternoon at the emblematic Llotja de Mar convention center in Barcelona, in a ceremony presided over by representatives of the German Chamber of Commerce and the Consul General of the German Embassy. Fernando Corominas, Head of People & Culture of CT, accepted the award on behalf of the company.

The award-winning project has been recognized as an example of CT’s good practice in Human Resources, “for its great work in finding, motivating, training and retaining talent in the company”, in the words of the jury. Through this project, CT reinforces its strategy focused on attracting and developing young engineering talent, promoting collaboration between universities and companies, and betting on innovation and sustainability in technological projects. It also promotes the welfare and professional development of its employees.

During his acceptance speech, Fernando Corominas said that “since our beginnings, we have strived to create a culture in which each person not only contributes the best of themselves, but also finds an environment in which to grow and develop their full potential”.

To this he added: “We are more than an engineering company: we are a team committed to technical excellence, constant innovation and, above all, to people”. We have the firm conviction that, with a clear vision and a committed team, we can continue to forge the future, and we will do so with the same enthusiasm with which we began.”

In this 13th edition of the Excellence Award, the theme of which was “Talent. Training. Employment”, the German Chamber of Commerce has evaluated criteria such as the impact on the employee in Spain, the impact on job qualification and possible repercussion on product quality or customer satisfaction, collaboration with vocational training centers and universities, and the degree of innovation and success in the implementation of the projects presented.

Commitment to talent and society

The prize received by the winners, which includes an economic endowment of €5,000, has been donated in its entirety to Pinardi, a Federation of Salesian Social Platforms. This entity develops social projects aimed at vulnerable groups, with the aim of promoting equal opportunities through comprehensive education, training and socio-occupational integration, and awareness of new situations of social exclusion.

CT has shared the podium of this edition together with other outstanding companies who won in their respective categories, among them, HARIBO, BENTELER and Makro.

This award reinforces CT’s commitment to excellence in talent management and social responsibility, reaffirming its role as one of the leading companies in the engineering sector in Spain.