CEX Capital and Huevos Guillén have formally signed the transaction through which the Corporation joins as a strategic partner in the construction of a new free-range laying hen farm in Ribera del Fresno (Badajoz), a project involving a total investment of €18 million.
The signing ceremony, held before a notary public, was attended by CEX Capital’s Investment Director, Eduardo Rodríguez Quirós, and Huevos Guillén’s CEO, Joaquín Guillén. Both highlighted the strong partnership that has linked the two organizations since 1995 in developing business initiatives capable of generating economic activity, employment, and added value in Extremadura.
CEX Capital’s participation in the project is structured through an equity investment aimed at supporting the project’s growth and facilitating its implementation and development in the region. The initiative will enable the establishment of a poultry complex with capacity for 320,000 birds housed across eight laying facilities, with an estimated annual production of nearly 100 million eggs.
Eduardo Rodríguez Quirós, Investment Director at CEX Capital, emphasized that the completion of this investment represents “an example of the partnership model that characterizes the Corporation, based on building long-term alliances with companies that have solid projects, growth potential, and a clear commitment to Extremadura.”
“By completing this transaction, we reinforce our commitment to supporting business initiatives that generate economic activity, employment, and new opportunities for the region. Huevos Guillén is a company with an extensive track record and a growth project that aligns perfectly with CEX Capital’s mission of strengthening Extremadura’s business ecosystem,” he stated.
The signing of this transaction marks a new milestone in a collaborative relationship that dates back to 1995 and further strengthens the commitment of both organizations to developing business initiatives capable of creating economic activity, employment, and added value in Extremadura.
For its part, Huevos Guillén welcomed CEX Capital’s participation in the project. CEO Joaquín Guillén noted that “this represents significant support as we embark on this new phase of growth with maximum confidence and stability.”
He further highlighted that “having a partner such as CEX Capital provides not only financial resources, but also strategic vision and deep knowledge of Extremadura’s business environment, which will be highly valuable for the successful development of this project.”
The new facility will be developed progressively and will comprise five production units adapted to a free-range laying hen system, ensuring that birds have access to outdoor areas in accordance with current industry standards. The project has already obtained a favorable environmental impact assessment.
In addition to its industrial dimension, the initiative will have a significant impact on employment and economic activity in the surrounding area. More than 60 direct jobs are expected to be created, alongside indirect employment associated with support services and activities linked to the farm’s operations.
This investment forms part of CEX Capital’s investment roadmap for 2026, a year in which the Corporation plans to mobilize €8 million in business projects linked to strategic sectors for Extremadura, including agribusiness.
Eduardo Rodríguez Quirós reiterated that “CEX Capital’s objective is to continue identifying and supporting business projects with growth potential that contribute to building a more competitive, innovative, and employment-generating economy in Extremadura.”
About CEX Capital
CEX Capital is a regional development investment company established in 1992 under the auspices of the Spanish Royal Household. Its primary objective is to support business initiatives in order to promote their growth and expansion, contributing to the strengthening of Extremadura’s business fabric.
Since its inception, the Corporation has participated in nearly 70 transactions across the region, supporting businesses with combined revenues exceeding €1.2 billion and generating more than €1 billion in induced investment, while helping create over 5,500 direct jobs.
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