Abril 2025
Announcements
JYSK opens new tech hub in Portugal
Abril 2025
Scandinavian home furnishing retailer JYSK has announced the opening of a new tech hub in Lisbon to enhance its IT capabilities and improve customer shopping experience. The hub will support JYSK’s existing IT departments in Handewitt and Aarhus, with a focus on developing and implementing new IT solutions. Lisbon was chosen for its cultural alignment, abundance of technical talent, high proficiency in English and a convenient time zone.
Abril 2025
Scandinavian home furnishing retailer JYSK has announced the opening of a new tech hub in Lisbon to enhance its IT capabilities and improve customer shopping experience. The hub will support JYSK’s existing IT departments in Handewitt and Aarhus, with a focus on developing and implementing new IT solutions. Lisbon was chosen for its cultural alignment, abundance of technical talent, high proficiency in English and a convenient time zone.
Expansions
STA Aluminum Components opens new factory
April 2025
STA Aluminum Components, with Belgium origin, is investing in a new industrial plant in Maia, Porto region to supply major clients in Europe, Middle East and India. The facility, focused on the production of aluminum door and windows systems, incorporates Industry 4.0 technologies, optimized production flows and a commitment to reduce waste and energy use.
Fujifilm inaugurates new office in Porto
March 2025
Fujifilm celebrated the official opening of their new office in Porto, Portugal. The event was attended by government representatives, business partners, and Yoshiki Kimura, President and Managing Director of Fujifilm Europe.
March 2025
Fujifilm celebrated the official opening of their new office in Porto, Portugal. The event was attended by government representatives, business partners, and Yoshiki Kimura, President and Managing Director of Fujifilm Europe.
Industry highlight
Automotive mobility: Portugal drives decarbonization
April 2025
The latest edition of AICEP's magazine is out, spotlighting the dynamic transformation of the automotive sector and Portugal’s growing role in driving sustainable mobility. From major investments in electric vehicle production to battery gigafactories and EU strategies for innovation, discover how Portugal is positioning itself at the heart of the mobility revolution.
Recognition
Portugal ranks 2nd in renewable energy in the EU
February 2025
In 2024, Portugal held the second highest share of renewables in net electricity generation in 2024 within the EU, reaching 87.5%, well above the European average of 46.9%
February 2025
In 2024, Portugal held the second highest share of renewables in net electricity generation in 2024 within the EU, reaching 87.5%, well above the European average of 46.9%
Did you know?
Portugal breaks record in patent applications
Portugal set a new record in innovation with 347 patent applications according to the Patent Index 2024, of the European Patent Office - a 4.8% increase from the previous year. This growth outpaced the EU-27 average, which saw a 0.4% decline. The main technology fields are computer-related, medical, pharmaceuticals and biotechnology.
Portugal leads in R&D tax incentives
Portugal ranks among the most competitive country for R&D tax incentives, according to Ayming’s The Benchmark 2025. Its R&D tax credit scheme, SIFIDE, offers a base rate of 32.5% for tax deduction from taxable income on R&D expenses. In addition, an incremental rate of 50% is applied to the increase in R&D expenses compared to the average of the previous two years, up to a limit of €1.5 million. Unused tax credits can be carried forward for 12 years. New SMEs benefit from a 15% base rate increase, and eco-design R&D expenses may qualify at 120%.
What they say
“We are convinced that Santa Maria da Feira is the perfect choice. Great things will be created here – for the region, for Lufthansa Technik, and for our employees and customers. This investment is also a sign of the Lufthansa Group's commitment to Portugal.”Harald Gloy, COO
