Company

A century-old company at the service of the city

Compañía Madrileña de Urbanización – CMU was incorporated on 3 March 1894 by Mr. Arturo Soria y Mata with the aim of putting into practice his innovative theory of linear cities.

To better achieve its objectives and diversify its activity, CMU launched a wide range of businesses that also contributed to the development of the Ciudad Lineal (Linear City), notably the purchase and sale of land, the construction and sale of housing, the operation of tram and railway lines, the manufacture and supply of electricity, the channelling and distribution of water, a brick and building-materials factory, a printing house, a savings bank, an amusement park, a restaurant, a velodrome, and more.

Today, CMU enjoys a well-established position in the real estate market thanks to its excellent management capacity, professionalism and financial solvency. The company has extensive experience in land development and large-scale urban projects, carrying out all activities related to land management and real estate development, backed by an experienced management team and the collaboration of architects and urban-planning lawyers with a long track record.