Red de Centros SAT

What Red de Centros SAT does

Fundación CTIC Centro Tecnológico, operating in market materials as Red de Centros SAT and commonly known as CTIC, is a private non-profit technology foundation headquartered in Gijón, Asturias, Spain, with a secondary facility — CTIC RuralTech — in Villaviciosa. Founded in 2000, the foundation specializes in Artificial Intelligence, data economy, Industry 5.0, smart territories, quantum computing, autonomous mobility, and immersive interfaces. Its core technical assets include what it describes as Spain's most advanced quantum emulator, the ISAAC supercomputer, and living laboratories such as the HYDRA portable renewable-energy platform and the La Peruyeira smart farm. CTIC delivers value through technology transfer, applied R&D, and pilot-project execution rather than licensed software products.

The foundation operates a portfolio of Cervera Excellence Networks — GUARDIANES (national AI for security and defense, coordinated by CTIC), ARQADE (accessible quantum computing for defense and strategic sectors), ARQA (quantum computing applied to enterprise), TACTIX (immersive simulation for defense training), and MEDUSA (autonomous and connected mobility). It also co-founded SQuA, the Spanish Quantum Alliance. CTIC generates revenue through project-based professional services funded primarily by public programs (notably CDTI and the Spanish Ministry of Defense) and by direct R&D collaboration with enterprises and public administrations, predominantly in Asturias. The customer base spans defense and security, agriculture and rural sectors, Asturian SMEs, and regional public administrations; named engagements include the Spanish Ministry of Defense and the La Peruyeira farm in Castropol.

Go-to-market is enterprise and government sales-led: CTIC works directly with companies and administrations on diagnostics, training, pilots, and co-developed prototypes, complemented by consortium participation for nationwide reach. Pricing is not publicly disclosed and engagements are structured as customized projects. The foundation's positioning rests on a combination of proprietary research infrastructure, multi-consortium ecosystem anchoring, and recurring recognition from Spanish and European public innovation programs rather than on commercial SaaS revenue.

Name

Red de Centros SAT

Legal name

CTIC Centro Tecnológico

Website

https://fundacionctic.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

2000

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

51–100 employees

Short description

Fundación CTIC Centro Tecnológico is a Spanish non-profit technology foundation in Gijón, Asturias, that delivers applied R&D, technology transfer, and pilot projects in AI, quantum computing, autonomous mobility, and smart territories to enterprises, defense institutions, and public administrations, primarily in Asturias and through national Cervera consortia.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Technology Research and Innovation Services

NAICS

Computer Systems Design and Related Services (54151), Computer Systems Design Services (541512), Other Scientific and Technical Consulting Services (54169)

SIC

Services-Computer Integrated Systems Design (7373)

akta.pro primary industry

Digital Development & ICT4D / GovTech Technical Assistance (BPADAEAL)

Keywords

• Technology research services
• Artificial intelligence development
• Quantum computing research
• Digital transformation consulting
• Innovation technology transfer

Headquarters

HQ city

Gijón

HQ country

Spain

HQ region

Europe

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Technology or R&D, Infrastructure, Operations, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. Technology transfer and R&D services: CTIC generates revenue through technology transfer services, R&D collaboration projects with enterprises and public administrations, and specialized innovation consulting for digital transformation

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

CTIC Centro Tecnológico operates as a non-profit technology center providing R&D collaboration, technology transfer, and specialized innovation services in AI, quantum computing, autonomous vehicles, smart territories, and Industry 5.0. It coordinates multiple national CERVERA Networks of Excellence and delivers tailored digital transformation programs for SMEs and large enterprises, alongside proprietary tools such as the QUTE quantum emulator and ISAAC supercomputer.

Product overview

CTIC Centro Tecnológico operates as a technology center specializing in Artificial Intelligence, data economy, Industry 5.0, intelligent territories, and advanced digital technologies. Based in Asturias, it functions as an innovation driver and technological partner for businesses and public administrations. The organization offers a portfolio of Cervera Excellence Networks including GUARDIANES (AI for security/defense), ARQADE (quantum computing for defense), ARQA (quantum computing for businesses), TACTIX (immersive simulation), and MEDUSA (autonomous vehicles). Notable products include HYDRA (portable renewable energy laboratory with AI management) and FresQia (quantum AI for agricultural disease detection). CTIC provides unique research infrastructure through Spain's most advanced quantum emulator (QUTE) and supercomputer (ISAAC), along with business innovation support, digital transformation programs, and specific technological solutions developed in collaboration with advanced companies.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• MASSTEAM: Women Asturianas STEAM initiative promoting science, technology, engineering, art and mathematics careers among youth.
• CTIC RuralTech

Products and services

• GUARDIANES National AI network for Security and Defense coordinated by CTIC with seven technology centers. Develops high-quality operational data, new computing paradigms, advanced algorithms, scenario simulation, and responsible AI governance for defense applications, including tactical rescue operations, intelligent surveillance systems for critical border infrastructure, and autonomous UAV coordination.
• ARQADE CERVERA Network of Excellence for accessible quantum computing with dual use in defense and strategic sectors. Develops quantum algorithms, post-quantum cryptography, quantum key distribution, and quantum computing architectures for satellite imagery analysis, secure UAV swarms, and GPS-independent navigation.
• ARQA CERVERA Network for bringing quantum computing to businesses through intelligent classification, advanced optimization, and generative AI applications in drug discovery, material design, and creative content generation.
• TACTIX CERVERA Network for immersive simulation technologies focused on security and defense. Develops hyperrealistic tactical simulation environments, extended interfaces (VR, haptics, BCI), and adaptive cognitive evaluation systems with technologies in geospatial intelligence, digital twins, and extended reality.
• MEDUSA Technology network for safe, human-centered autonomous driving and connected mobility. Develops intelligent vehicle control, 5G communications, data platforms, and human factors integration for teleoperation of autonomous industrial vehicles.
• FresQia Quantum AI tool for agriculture that detects diseases in crops through early detection using quantum machine learning. Requires only one-tenth of the training images compared to conventional AI, with potential applications in health and defense sectors.
• HYDRA Portable laboratory combining renewable energy sources (solar, wind, hydroelectric) with AI-powered energy management located at CTIC RuralTech in Villaviciosa. Serves as a real testing environment for hybrid energy solutions and explores quantum computing for advanced energy optimization.
• Quantum Emulator (QUTE) Quantum emulator described as the most advanced in Spain, enabling CTIC to develop and test quantum computing applications before quantum hardware availability.
• ISAAC Supercomputer High-performance computing infrastructure supporting advanced computational needs for quantum algorithms, simulations, and AI applications.
• Digital Transformation Programs for SMEs Programs designed to accompany SMEs on their digital journey, offering support, resources and practical training to leverage digitalization — from adoption of advanced tools and industrial automation to development of personalized solutions that strengthen market presence.
• Tailored Technology Solutions for Advanced Enterprises Custom high-value-added technology solutions developed in cooperation with digitally advanced enterprises to address business challenges and maintain or improve their competitiveness.

Quantifiable outcome

• Over 85% of projects with technology centers achieve strategic objectives
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers4 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

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Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

AI capability9 records

Feature10 records

Partnerships

22 partnerships are on record, tiered core and secondary.

• ITI (Instituto Tecnológico de Informática)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 2 July 2026GUARDIANES consortium coordinator; joint development of AI for security and defense; ITI coordinates the seven-center consortium including CTIC, CARTIF, CIRCE, FIDESOL, IBV, and ITG with 1,700+ researchers
• SQuA - Spanish Quantum AlliancecoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 4 June 2026Founding member of new Spanish Quantum Association with 47 organizations; alliance to accelerate quantum technology transfer to enterprises and innovation
• EURECATcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 17 April 2026ARQADE consortium partner bringing complementary capabilities in quantum algorithms, AI, and cybersecurity; 50 researchers and 39 companies/institutions in the network
• ITECAM (Centro Tecnológico Industrial de Castilla-La Mancha)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2026TACTIX network coordinator; alliance for immersive simulation technologies in tactical training and critical scenarios
• IKERLANcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 November 2023MEDUSA network partner contributing to autonomous vehicles and connected mobility research; joint work on teleoperation and human-machine interfaces
• FADE (Federación de Empresarios de Asturias)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 September 2020Joint coordination of MASSTEAM initiative promoting STEAM careers among youth; 6th edition partnership with 500+ young participants annually
• CARTIFcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPart of GUARDIANES consortium for AI in security and defense, bringing specialized capabilities to the seven-center collaboration
• CIRCEcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPart of GUARDIANES consortium for AI in security and defense
• FIDESOLcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPart of GUARDIANES consortium for AI in security and defense
• IBV (Instituto de Biomecánica de Valencia)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPart of GUARDIANES consortium and MEDUSA network; contributes biomechanics expertise for human factors in autonomous systems
• ITG (Centro Tecnológico Nacional)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPart of GUARDIANES consortium; member of ARQADE and ARQA quantum networks; contributes to national quantum computing ecosystem
• AIR InstitutecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerARQADE consortium partner contributing to defense and strategic technologies
• AITEX (Asociación de Investigación de la Industria Textil y Cosmética)secondaryStrategic or Co-development PartnerTACTIX consortium partner contributing to extended reality and immersive technologies research
• CTAG (Centro Tecnológico de Automoción de Galicia)secondaryStrategic or Co-development PartnerTACTIX consortium partner contributing to simulation and training technologies
• Lortek S.Coop.secondaryStrategic or Co-development PartnerTACTIX consortium partner in immersive technology research
• TECNALIAcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerMEDUSA network partner; collaboration on teleoperation experiments and biometric data collection; extensive autonomous vehicle research capabilities
• GRADIANTcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerSQuA founding member along with CTIC, TECNALIA, ICFO, FIDESOL, and ITECAM representing leading Spanish quantum technology centers
• ICFOcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerSQuA founding member; photonics institute contributing to quantum communications research
• Universidad de OviedocoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerQuantum Asturias alliance partner; joint quantum computing and AI training programs; collaboration with QHPC research group
• CINN-CSIC (Centro de Investigación en Nanomateriales y Nanotecnología)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartner in Asturias quantum ecosystem; associated with CSIC contributing to nanomaterials and nanotechnology research for quantum applications
• Caja Rural de AsturiascoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerJoint organization of Premios Industria 4.0 & IA and collaboration on AI adoption project for SMEs in Asturias; mutual support for territorial innovation
• EURECATcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerARQA network partner in quantum computing excellence; collaboration on quantum algorithm development and enterprise applications

Scale indicators12 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• CARTIF: Valladolid-based technology center and GUARDIANES consortium partner. Comparable as a Spanish non-profit foundation providing applied R&D in automation, energy, and AI for industrial digitalization.
• GRADIANT: Galician ICT technology center and SQuA founding member alongside CTIC. Directly comparable as a non-profit foundation delivering applied R&D in AI, cybersecurity, quantum, and advanced communications.
• IKERLAN: Basque technology center and MEDUSA consortium partner with CTIC. Comparable as a non-profit applied-research center delivering AI, embedded systems, and autonomous-mobility R&D to industrial customers.
• TECNALIA: Spanish applied-research technology center and frequent Cervera network partner with CTIC (MEDUSA, SQuA). Directly comparable as a non-profit foundation offering R&D and technology transfer across AI, quantum, and advanced manufacturing to enterprises and public administrations.
• FIDESOL: Andalusian technology center and SQuA founding member alongside CTIC. Comparable as a Spanish non-profit foundation applying AI, data, and digital technologies to public-sector and enterprise modernization.
• ITI (Instituto Tecnológico de Informática): Valencia-based technology center that coordinates the GUARDIANES consortium in which CTIC participates. Closely comparable as a Spanish non-profit applied-research center focused on AI, cybersecurity, and digital transformation for industry and government.
• EURECAT: Catalan technology center that co-leads ARQADE with CTIC and is a core MEDUSA partner. Comparable as a multi-domain applied-research foundation providing AI, digital, and quantum services to enterprises in Spain.
• ITG (Centro Tecnológico Nacional): Galician national technology center participating in GUARDIANES, ARQADE, and ARQA with CTIC. Directly comparable as a Spanish non-profit technology foundation focused on AI, ICT, and deep-tech transfer to enterprises.

Broad incumbents

• Barcelona Supercomputing Center (BSC): Spain's national supercomputing center and a much larger peer operating adjacent infrastructure (MareNostrum) to CTIC's ISAAC. Comparable as a publicly funded research consortium providing HPC and AI capabilities to Spanish industry and government.
• Fraunhofer Institute: German applied-research network widely viewed as the European reference model for technology centers like CTIC. Comparable at a category level as a non-profit applied R&D organization operating specialized institutes across AI, quantum, mobility, and production.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks7 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• YouTubeyoutube.com/user/FUNDACIONCTIC
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/fundacion-ctic
• Xx.com/centrossat

Compliance1 record

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Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

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