Consorci de Comerç, Artesania i Moda de Catalunya

What Consorci de Comerç, Artesania i Moda de Catalunya does

Consorci de Comerç, Artesania i Moda de Catalunya (CCAM) is a public consortium established in 2010 and operated under the Departament d'Empresa i Treball of the Generalitat de Catalunya (Government of Catalonia). It functions as the official policy and support body for three vertical sectors: commerce, crafts (artesania), and fashion (moda) within Catalonia. The consortium has 18 employees and is headquartered at Centre Artesania Catalunya (C/ Banys Nous, 11, Barcelona).

CCAM's operational portfolio spans approximately 15 distinct programs and services. Core offerings include the 080 Barcelona Fashion event (currently in its 37th edition), Centre Artesania Catalunya physical exhibition and service center, nine curated Rutes Artesanes de Catalunya regional craft routes, the Acceleradora en estratègia i màrqueting digital per a marques de moda fashion brand accelerator, Autodiagnosi TIC digital self-assessment tool, #Webinars training series across the three sectors, and B2B matching service Crafts2B. Supporting programs include Talent Jove youth development, LAB-ID craft innovation services, Revista Comerç.cat publication, and the Premis Nacionals awards (commerce and crafts). In 2026, CCAM is administering 11.3 million euros in subsidies from the Departament d'Empresa i Treball, including Next Generation EU funds, and co-administers financing lines with ICF (Línia ICF Lidera Comerç) and ACCIÓ/Avançança (Línia Innova Moda i Comerç).

CCAM does not operate a commercial revenue model; it is a public-sector entity that distributes subsidies, grants, and free advisory services funded by the Generalitat de Catalunya. Its distribution channels include the Centre Artesania Catalunya physical showroom, digital self-service platforms (subsidy applications, webinars, self-diagnosis), and a partner network of municipal commerce offices, artisan guilds, and trade associations across Catalonia. Strategic partnerships with ICF, ACCIÓ, Avançança, Fira de Barcelona, and Ajuntament de Barcelona extend its reach. The consortium serves three primary beneficiary segments: SMB commerce businesses, professional artisan craftspeople, and fashion brands and designers.

Name

Consorci de Comerç, Artesania i Moda de Catalunya

Legal name

Consorci de Comerç, Artesania i Moda de Catalunya

Website

https://ccam.gencat.cat

Company type

Private

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

CCAM is a public consortium of the Generalitat de Catalunya that supports Catalonia's commerce, crafts, and fashion SMB sectors through subsidies, training, events (080 Barcelona Fashion), exhibitions, and digital transformation services.

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Headquarters

HQ city

Barcelona

HQ country

Spain

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Public Subsidies and Grants Distribution: CCAM distributes public subsidies and grants to businesses in the commerce, crafts, and fashion sectors. Funding comes from the Generalitat de Catalunya and is channeled through various programs including subsidies for commerce (11.3 million euros in 2026), crafts, and fashion businesses. The consortium also coordinates European funds and financing lines such as ICF Lidera Comerç and Innova Moda i Comerç.

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

CCAM is a public consortium of the Generalitat de Catalunya that distributes subsidies, grants, and financing lines (such as ICF Lidera Comerç and Innova Moda i Comerç), organizes sector events (080 Barcelona Fashion, Catalan Crafts Week, Congrés Professional d'Artesania), and runs digital transformation, training, acceleration, and internationalization programs for commerce, crafts, and fashion businesses in Catalonia.

Product overview

Consorci de Comerç, Artesania i Moda de Catalunya (CCAM) is a consortium of the Government of Catalonia operating as a multi-service platform rather than a single product. It encompasses distinct programs across three pillars: Commerce (Comerç), Crafts (Artesania), and Fashion (Moda). Key products include the 080 Barcelona Fashion event platform, Centre Artesania Catalunya exhibition center, the Rutes Artesanes de Catalunya tourism program, and the Acceleradora en estratègia i màrqueting digital for fashion brands. Supporting services include the Autodiagnosi TIC self-assessment tool, LAB-ID craft business support, Crafts2B marketplace, subsidy programs (Subvencions CCAM), financing lines (Línia ICF Lidera Comerç), and training via #Webinars series. Publications include Revista Comerç.cat and the Visions of Catalonia international exhibition program showcasing craft-design collaborations.

Differentiator

Problem solved

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Brands

• Centre Artesania Catalunya: A center dedicated to promoting and showcasing Catalan craftsmanship, located at Banys Nous, 11 in Barcelona.
• 080 Barcelona Fashion
• Artesania Catalunya

Products and services

• Centre Artesania Catalunya Physical center in Barcelona (C/ Banys Nous, 11) showcasing Catalan crafts through exhibitions, workshops, and the Botiga AURA store, hosting both in-person and virtual exhibitions throughout the year for artisans and the public.
• 080 Barcelona Fashion Major Catalan fashion week event organized by CCAM featuring runway shows, professional sessions, and visibility for fashion brands and designers through annual editions.
• Rutes Artesanes de Catalunya Nine curated craft tourism routes covering different Catalan regions (Catalunya Central, Comarques de Barcelona, Alt Pirineu i Aran, Comarques de Lleida, Terres de l'Ebre, Comarques de Tarragona, Comarques de Girona, Penedès) for discovering artisan workshops.
• Acceleradora en estratègia i màrqueting digital per a marques de moda Digital strategy and marketing accelerator program for fashion brands offering mentorship, workshops, and structured curriculum to help fashion companies improve digital presence and marketing capabilities.
• Visions of Catalonia International exhibition program promoting Catalan craft talent, featuring hybrid projects combining traditional crafts with contemporary design, held in various international venues.
• Subvencions CCAM Annual subsidy programs for commerce, crafts, and fashion businesses, including Next Generation EU funds, sector-specific grants, and COVID-19 recovery assistance spanning multiple years.
• Línia ICF Lidera Comerç Preferential loan line for commerce businesses, administered in collaboration with Institut Català de Finances (ICF), supporting commerce competitiveness and growth.
• Crafts2B Business-to-business matching service connecting craft producers with buyers and markets.
• Elsmercats.cat Online portal dedicated to markets in Catalonia, including Municipal Markets and Weekly Markets directories and information.
• Talent Jove Program supporting young craftspeople through initiatives including Arrela't a l'Argila, Crafts Now festivals, Mastercraft competitions, Neomatèria residencies, and digital crafts training.
• Autodiagnosi TIC ICT self-diagnosis tool allowing commerce and business owners to assess their digital maturity and identify areas for digital transformation improvement.
• LAB-ID Service supporting craft sector businesses with innovation, development, and market access.

Quantifiable outcome

• 11.3 million euros in subsidies distributed to commerce, crafts, and fashion sectors

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

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Partnerships

Seven partnerships are on record, tiered core, minor and major.

• Generalitat de Catalunya - Departament d'Empresa i TreballcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCCAM operates under the Direcció General de Comerç of the Departament d'Empresa i Treball (Department of Enterprise and Labour) of the Generalitat de Catalunya. The consortium coordinates commerce, crafts, and fashion sector support programs, subsidies, and policies.
• ICF (Institut Català de Finances)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerICF Lidera Comerç - A subsidized loan line for commerce businesses, administered jointly to provide financing for commerce sector competitiveness.
• Avançsa (Societat d'Amplicació Industrial de Catalunya)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerLinia Innova Moda i Comerç - Financing line for innovation in fashion and commerce sectors, administered through Avançsa.
• 24 Catalan Artisans and Creators (Visions of Catalonia 2023)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerBiennial exhibition showcasing contemporary Catalan craft-design collaborations, featuring 24 artisans and creators from Catalonia.
• ACCIÓ (Agència per a la Competitivitat de l'Empresa)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerJoint initiatives for business internationalization, innovation support, and economic development in Catalonia.
• Fira de BarcelonamajorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership for 080 Barcelona Fashion event organization, trade fair support, and Catalan fashion promotion.
• Ajuntament de BarcelonamajorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCollaboration on 080 Barcelona Fashion, Centre Artesania Catalunya, and local commerce support initiatives in Barcelona.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• ACCIÓ (Catalan Agency for Business Competitiveness): Catalonia's official public agency for business competitiveness, internationalization, and innovation. ACCIÓ is CCAM's direct public-sector counterpart at the Generalitat for broader enterprise support, with whom CCAM already partners on internationalization and innovation initiatives.
• Barcelona Activa: Barcelona's municipal economic development agency providing business support, training, and acceleration programs. Comparable to CCAM as a public sector business support entity, but focused on the city of Barcelona rather than the entire Catalonia region.
• Institut Català de les Empreses Culturals (ICEC): Catalan public entity supporting cultural and creative industries through subsidies, training, and promotion. ICEC is structurally analogous to CCAM within the Generalitat, with similar subsidy-distribution and sector-promotion missions.

Broad incumbents

• Institut Français de la Mode: French fashion and luxury education and industry support institution. Comparable to CCAM in supporting fashion industry development through training, events, and accelerator-style programs.
• Council of Fashion Designers of America (CFDA): US not-for-profit trade association for fashion designers. CFDA's mission of supporting designers through awards, events, and education parallels CCAM's fashion brand acceleration and runway programs.
• Camera Nazionale della Moda Italiana: Italian fashion chamber organizing Milan Fashion Week and supporting Italian fashion brands internationally. Comparable to CCAM's 080 Barcelona Fashion events and Italian fashion promotion mission.
• Fédération de la Haute Couture et de la Mode: French fashion industry governing body organizing Paris Fashion Week. Comparable to CCAM as a fashion sector organizer and promoter of national/regional fashion brands on the global stage.
• British Fashion Council: UK fashion industry body that organizes London Fashion Week and supports designer development. Like CCAM, it operates a flagship fashion event (080 Barcelona Fashion equivalent) and provides program support for emerging designers, though at a national level.
• World Crafts Council Europe: International organization promoting crafts and artisan recognition. Comparable to CCAM's Centre Artesania Catalunya and Visions of Catalonia exhibition programs in elevating craft sector visibility.

Regional players

• Madrid Destino Cultura Turismo Negocio: Madrid's public entity for cultural promotion and tourism. Comparable to CCAM as a Spanish public entity promoting cultural and creative sectors, though operating in Madrid rather than Catalonia.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat3 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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• Facebookfacebook.com/ccamcat
• Instagraminstagram.com/artesaniacat
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/consorci-de-comer%C3%A7-artesania-i-moda-de-catalunya

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Investors

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