Asturias Engineering Talent Awards announce 2026 recipients

The thirteenth edition of the Asturias Engineering Talent Awards has named Víctor Manuel López Menéndez and María García Fernández as recipients. The awards, organized by the Fundación Caja Rural de Asturias and the Escuela Politécnica de Ingeniería de Gijón, will be presented on November 24.

Víctor Manuel López Menéndez, the Director General of ALSA, received the award in the 'Trayectoria' (Career) category. An industrial engineer from the University of Oviedo, López Menéndez was recognized for his professional career and his contributions to the technical and business development of ALSA, specifically regarding technical excellence and business efficiency.

María García Fernández was honored in the 'Proyección de Futuro' (Future Projection) category. A researcher with a doctorate in Telecommunications Engineering from the University of Oviedo, García Fernández was recognized for her research activities, her involvement in national and international projects, and her commitment to promoting scientific vocations.