Progress on the new Àltima funeral home in Terrassa

Terrassa, February 1, 2018 - This morning, a site visit was conducted for the new funeral home in Terrassa, the first that the company Àltima is building in Vallès Occidental. The facility is being constructed on a plot of over 5,000 square meters, with a facade on three streets, located at Avinguda del Vallès, 742, in the Can Petit industrial park. Construction began six months ago, and completion is expected in the third quarter of 2018. The project involves a total investment of €3.3 million.

The event this morning was attended by Jordi Viñas, General Director of Works and Expansion at Àltima, and Josep Ventura, General Director of Funeral Services at Àltima. They led a tour of the new funeral home, which has already completed the foundation, waterproofing, and structural phases. According to Jordi Viñas, "The construction is on track, and we are currently working on minor works and installations, with the goal of having the facility operational by September." The new funeral home will provide a new, high-quality option for any citizen—whether or not they have death insurance—with over 300 years of experience in the sector. Josep Ventura added, "With this new funeral center, Terrassa gains a new service in a well-connected area, both to the city and nearby municipalities like Matadepera."

Àltima's arrival in Terrassa promotes competition in the city, which has had a municipal monopoly for 40 years. Currently, and until the funeral home opens, the company operates in the area through a family service office located at Rambla Egara (No. 102, Esc. D Local) for those seeking funeral services or information on the company's quotes and services. Àltima is undertaking its first funeral project in Terrassa in partnership with Funerària Montserrat Truyols, which is well-established in the area.

A Well-Connected, Modern, and Sustainable Funeral Facility

The new funeral home in Terrassa, being built by Àltima in Can Petit, is situated on a plot of over 5,000 square meters, with 1,380 square meters to be developed, all on a single floor. It will be a large facility with spacious, bright outdoor areas designed to facilitate access and mobility for all users.

The distinctive feature of this new center, designed by the prestigious architectural firm Batlle&Roig Arquitectes, is that each of the three viewing rooms will have completely independent access, ensuring maximum privacy for families. Each room will be 123 square meters and will include its own foyer, a family room with a wardrobe and bathroom, and a dedicated area for the casket, as well as access to a private exterior garden. The funeral home will also feature a 250-square-meter chapel with seating for 140 people, designed to host both secular and religious ceremonies.

Additionally, the center will have a spacious reception area leading to the chapel, processing and family service offices, a flower exhibition area, and a vending area (the latter also directly connected to the exterior). Access to the center and the three viewing rooms will be through a single entrance portico, which will connect to a landscaped and tree-lined outdoor parking lot with 113 free parking spaces.

The funeral home will also include a private area for internal staff, featuring a mortuary room and a specific space for Muslim rites, as well as other technical facilities.

The new funeral project in Terrassa incorporates environmentally friendly construction practices and energy-saving measures, in line with Àltima's philosophy and the architectural firm Batlle&Roig. Locally sourced construction solutions are being used to minimize the carbon footprint, with a focus on recycled or certified materials and prefabricated structural elements to reduce energy use in manufacturing and construction waste. The project also includes high energy efficiency features, such as heat recovery climate systems and LED low-energy lighting in all rooms, with timers for usage, while prioritizing natural light. Finally, the green areas will be landscaped with native plant species that require minimal irrigation.

Customized Funeral Services for Everyone

From the new funeral home, Àltima will offer comprehensive services to all families, from the moment of death and the collection of the deceased at any point in Catalonia, through to the wake or ceremony, and finally, to the chosen crematorium or cemetery, available 24/7, 365 days a year.

The company also guarantees a fully personalized service, adapting to the needs of users in terms of budget, products, and types of services. Àltima provides free quotes upon request, allowing individuals to compare and choose the best option for them. Additionally, the company offers the mivoluntad service, primarily for individuals over 70 years old without death insurance, which allows them to plan and even prepay funeral services in advance. These and other services can currently be consulted at the office located at Rambla Egara 102 and on Àltima's website at www.altima-sfi.com, where all rates are also published.