Torrevieja Saltworks Forecast 500,000-Tonne Harvest as Demand Grows
Torrevieja’s saltworks expect to harvest around 500,000 tonnes of salt this season, with rising demand in Spain helping to balance a European export market that remains heavily dependent on winter weather. Harvesting began in September. The operator, Nueva Compañía Arrendataria de las Salinas de Torrevieja (NCAST), also has approximately 350,000 tonnes in stock, stored in […] The post Torrevieja…
Torrevieja's saltworks project a significant harvest of 500,000 tonnes this season, driven by rising demand in Spain despite a European export market heavily reliant on winter weather. The company, Nueva Compañía Arrendataria de las Salinas de Torrevieja (NCAST), currently holds approximately 350,000 tonnes of salt. Managing engineer Joseph Pérez anticipates that half of this new harvest will be sold domestically, while the other half will be exported.
The export forecast of 250,000 tonnes will hinge on European demand for road salt, with colder winters potentially boosting orders. Shipments to other countries serve various purposes, including de-icing and supporting the fishing industry. Domestic sales are also expected to reach 250,000 tonnes. The salt is harvested from the lagoon floor using specialized machinery, with the process initiated at the smaller La Mata lagoon and finished at the Island processing facility within the lagoon.
The saltworks contribute to Torrevieja's economy through both industrial production and tourism, attracting about 50,000 visitors annually. In 2024, NCAST reported a revenue of €10.04 million, a 2.7% increase from the previous year, and narrowed its losses to €420,207.
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