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German Capital and the development of the Spanish hotel industry (1950s-1990s): A tale of two strategic alliances

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  • Elena San Román
  • Nuria Puig
  • Águeda Gil-López

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This article examines the long-term development of two strategic alliances between major Spanish (RUI and Iberostar) and German (TUI and Neckermann) tourist firms. Our research builds on the literature on foreign direct investment and institutionalism applied to cross-border cooperation, yet using business history research methods. The study aims to understand how the local Spanish context shaped the interaction between foreign and domestic firms and how this interaction influenced the development of the Spanish companies. Our cases suggest that the Spanish institutional framework affected the nature and strength of alliances. Foreign partners were crucial in providing financial and commercial support, brand consolidation, market knowledge and reputation. However, local actors also played an important role as proactive partners eager to develop their domestic business and upgrade their existing capabilities. Ultimately this strategy would contribute to the internationalisation of Spanish firms after 1990.

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  • Elena San Román & Nuria Puig & Águeda Gil-López, 2023. "German Capital and the development of the Spanish hotel industry (1950s-1990s): A tale of two strategic alliances," Business History, Taylor & Francis Journals, vol. 65(4), pages 762-786, May.
    • Handle: RePEc:taf:bushst:v:65:y:2023:i:4:p:762-786
    DOI: 10.1080/00076791.2020.1821658
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