6 Jan 2025

InfraBooster Foundation Course | Applications open

The EIT InfraBooster Foundation has launched the InfraBooster Foundation online course, aimed at professionals from scientific organizations in Europe. With applications open continuously, this program aims to enable participants to identify, promote and manage research infrastructures, with a focus on collaboration between science and industry. With a practical approach, the course includes presentations, discussions, case studies and individual and group tasks, covering topics such as knowledge transfer and commercial strategies for scientific infrastructures. More information

6 Jan 2025

II Set.Up Guimarães Entrepreneurship Bootcamp ends with positive balance

The II Entrepreneurship Bootcamp organized by Set.up Guimarães took place on the 18th, 20th and 23rd of December, and was a huge success, with a “full house” at all sessions. Nuno Marques, specialist in Marketing and Management and José Carlos Pereira specialist in business development, were the guest speakers for this edition and for three days they addressed crucial topics for anyone thinking about launching their business idea on the market.   The 18th and

6 Jan 2025

We joined Guimarães Marca and the site to give gifts to 30 children and young people in the municipality

During the month of December, Set.Up Guimarães, Guimarães Marca and the coworking site, joined together in a solidarity action with a view to fulfilling the Christmas wishes of 30 children and young people who live at Casa da Criança de Guimarães, Casa da Caldeiroa and ADCL. We challenged companies from the Guimarães Marca e sitio community, as well as individuals to join the initiative and the result was incredible, with wishes being fulfilled in less

17 Dec 2024

Famel, incubated by Set.up Guimarães opens technology unit in the municipality

Famel, incubated by Set.Up Guimarães, a historic national brand, known for its tradition and innovation in the mobility sector, is preparing to begin a new phase of growth by locating its Advanced Development and Prototyping Center in Guimarães. The process was fully advised by dipe real estate's Corporate department. This unit has a strategic location in the municipality of Guimarães, and reflects Famel's vision of sustainable growth and its commitment to proximity to the region's

2 Dec 2024

Guimarães elected European Green Capital 2026

The Portuguese city competed with Heilbronn (Germany) and Klagenfurt (Austria), having now become the winner, after, last year, having already been among the three finalist cities. Guimarães has just been elected European Green Capital 2026. The prize was awarded today, in Valencia, Spain, a city that holds the distinction of European Green Capital 2024. The Portuguese city competed with Heilbronn (Germany) and Klagenfurt (Austria), having , now, the winner, after being among the three finalist

7 Nov 2024

Raúl Fangueiro, Mentor at Set.Up Guimarães, joins the National Science Council

This council is responsible for collaborating with the government in formulating and implementing strategies for the growth of the national scientific and technological system, promoting innovation and international competitiveness.   The vice-president of the School of Engineering at the University of Minho, Raul Fangueiro, mentor of our incubator, was appointed to the National Council for Science, Technology and Innovation (CNCTI). The news was announced this Friday by Fibrenamics, on the association's various digital platforms. “With

7 Nov 2024

Set.Up Guimarães Opens New Cowork Space for Entrepreneurs and Digital Nomads

Set.Up Guimarães Cowork appears as a response to the growth of remote work and the search for flexible work environments, offering a shared space that adapts to the new configurations of the Portuguese economy. Last week, Set.Up Guimarães Cowork was opened, a new collaborative work space located on Rua Paio Galvão. This space of the Set.Up Guimarães municipal incubator was created to respond to changes in the world of work, attracting and supporting freelancers, entrepreneurs

31 Oct 2024

#1 Entrepreneurship Bootcamp Set.Up Guimarães

Join our Entrepreneurship Bootcamp and get ready to bring your business idea to life! With a practical, focused approach, this bootcamp covers everything from building a robust business model to the basics of accounting and finance. Learn how to define your value proposition, identify your target audience, and strategically plan financial resources to achieve success. Ideal for those looking to launch a business idea or improve an early-stage startup, the bootcamp is the perfect opportunity

17 Oct 2024

Guimarães Towards the Future: Sustainability, Collaborative Innovation, and New Strategic Sectors

Domingos Bragança emphasized the need for long-term strategic planning to promote competitiveness, innovation, and sustainability in Guimarães’ economy. The second edition of Guimarães' Economy Month kicked off yesterday, October 2, under the theme Engines of the New Economy: Net Zero, Creativity, and Collaborative Innovation. Domingos Bragança, Mayor of Guimarães, opened the session, held at Teatro Jordão, focusing on the theme Guimarães' Economy: Journey, Status, and Destination – Preparing for the Future in a Global Economy