The Asociación de Industrias Químicas, Básicas y Energéticas de Huelva (AIQBE) is a non-profit association founded in 1986 that represents the major chemical, basic materials, and energy companies in Huelva's industrial polo, Spain. It groups 21 member companies, including Air Liquide, Atlantic Copper, Fertiberia, Repsol, and Enagás, operating 20 production plants in Huelva and Palos de la Frontera.
AIQBE fosters collaboration among members, promotes sustainable development, innovation, and integration with local society. Focus areas include environmental protection, energy efficiency, occupational safety, and training. Members produce key chemical products such as chlorine, phenols, fertilizers, acids, and industrial gases, alongside energy outputs like LNG regasification, electricity, and fuels.
The association drives Huelva's economy, generating over 19,000 jobs (direct, indirect, and induced) and €13 billion in revenues in 2024, while supporting social initiatives and technological advancements in the chemical sector.
