Admiral Aniceto Rosique Nieto Visits Torrents Defense Support's Facilities in Vélez-Rubio
The Director General of Armament and Materiel at Spain’s Ministry of Defense toured the company’s facilities and held a working meeting focused on defense investment, strengthening European industry, and Torrents Defense Support’s commitment to its people.
Torrents Defense Support welcomed Admiral Aniceto Rosique Nieto, Director General of Armament and Materiel at Spain’s Ministry of Defense, to its facilities in Vélez-Rubio (Almería), Spain. During his visit, the Admiral toured the company’s facilities and met with its management team to discuss Spanish and European defense strategies and the challenges facing the industry.
One of the main topics discussed was the importance of defense investment as a driver of industrial growth, technological development, and innovation. The meeting highlighted the potential of this investment to advance new capabilities and solutions with both military and civilian applications, encouraging knowledge transfer and the development of dual-use technologies.
The discussion also explored the contribution of specialized companies such as Torrents Defense Support to strengthening the European defense industrial base. In this regard, Admiral Rosique Nieto emphasized the value of investing in European-sourced machinery, materials, and raw materials—an approach that is central to the company’s industrial identity and its commitment to Europe’s industrial development.
Beyond industrial and strategic matters, the Admiral showed particular interest in Torrents Defense Support’s corporate culture and its initiatives to support employees’ physical and emotional well-being. The visit provided an opportunity to discuss the company’s efforts to promote healthy lifestyles and its flexible approach to employees’ personal and family circumstances, offering tailored solutions and support during particularly challenging times.
Another topic of interest was the diversity of nationalities represented within the company, with employees from twelve different countries. Torrents Defense Support facilitates their integration by assisting with administrative and legal processes, including employment regularization and pathways to Spanish citizenship, helping employees exercise their rights and fulfill their obligations.
The meeting also highlighted the family and intergenerational ties that have developed over more than four decades of operations, with multiple generations of the same families connected to the company. These longstanding relationships reflect Torrents Defense Support’s deep roots in the local community and the importance of human connections within its corporate culture.
It was a genuine honor for everyone at Torrents Defense Support to welcome Admiral Aniceto Rosique Nieto. We sincerely appreciate the time he spent with us, the warmth and consideration he showed to every member of our team, his interest in our work, and the valuable recommendations he generously shared. It was a particularly meaningful visit that encourages us to continue our work with the same dedication and commitment.
