24 Feb 2025

AEP offers course on registration in the RGPC Platform for businesses and public and private entities 

  On March 18 and 19, the Associação Empresarial de Portugal (AEP) will host a training course focused on the "Challenges and Best Practices in the Private and Public Sectors" regarding registration on the MENAC – National Anti-Corruption Mechanism Platform. The goal is to support businesses and public and private entities that have yet to fulfill their obligation to register and upload the required documents under the General Corruption Prevention Regime (RGPC).      The

24 Feb 2025

TecPark continues to drive innovation, supporting 30 companies and projects since 2018

  Since its inception in 2018, TecPark, the technology-focused arm of the Set.Up Guimarães super-incubator, has been a key player in supporting innovative companies and projects. Based at Avepark, the platform has assisted around 30 initiatives and currently hosts 14 startups and tech companies.    TecPark was designed to provide “favorable conditions for the development of innovative businesses,” explains Marta Mota-Prego, Head of the Economic Development Division at the Municipality of Guimarães, in an interview

22 Feb 2025

New incentive system for startups with non-repayable grants available 

The Government has launched a new incentive system for startups in Portugal, offering non-repayable financial support in three categories: €60,000, €30,000, and €10,000 vouchers.      This initiative is part of the "Acelerar a Economia" program, which includes a set of 60 measures aimed at boosting the creation, growth, and internationalization of the country's most innovative companies, with a special focus on micro, small, and medium-sized businesses, including startups.      The support is also

21 Feb 2025

Creative Session | Building brands that stand out – The power of branding

Join us on February 27 at 4:30 PM at LabPac – Creative Incubator for an engaging talk with Daniel Teixeira, Co-Founder & CEO of Vogal. Daniel will share his insights on building unique brands and effective communication strategies.   With extensive experience in brand strategy, identity, websites, and communication, Daniel has collaborated with renowned brands such as Bitalk, Bloq.it, Intuitivo, Comudel, and Okra. His work has been recognized with prestigious awards, including multiple Silver and

20 Feb 2025

Women TechEU supports women leaders of deep-tech startups with €75,000

  Applications are open until March 17 for the Women TechEU program, which provides €75,000 in funding for women in leadership roles at deep-tech startups. This non-dilutive funding is complemented by a personalized development package, including mentoring, coaching, and strategic training.    The program aims to support women in the technology sector, fostering innovation and diversity in high-tech startups. Applications can be submitted until the deadline, and more information is available on the program’s official

20 Feb 2025

IEFP promotes inclusion with the 5th Edition of the Inclusive Employer Brand

The Institute for Employment and Vocational Training (IEFP) has launched the 5th Edition of the Inclusive Employer Brand, an initiative aimed at recognizing entities committed to inclusive and socially responsible management practices. Applications are open until March 3, 2025.  The initiative focuses on valuing measures that reduce accessibility barriers, whether physical, in transportation, services, or communication. The goal is to promote the recognition of organizations that stand out in creating a more accessible and inclusive

14 Feb 2025

Applications open for the Recognition of Social Responsibility and Sustainability Practices 

Applications are open until March 31 for the 11th edition of the Recognition of Social Responsibility and Sustainability Practices, promoted by the Portuguese Association of Engineering Companies (APEE). This initiative aims to reward public and private sector organizations that implement policies and good governance models, creating value for their stakeholders and contributing to sustainable development.    The recognition is supported by institutions such as IAPMEI, AIP, CCP, CIP, Fundação Montepio, and the Global Compact Network

14 Feb 2025

EFRAG launches invitation to Identify Sustainability Communication Initiatives

The European Financial Reporting Advisory Group (EFRAG) has announced the opening of an invitation for expressions of interest to participate in the identification and mapping of existing or developing initiatives in the area of sustainability communication, focusing on small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), data platforms, and digital tools.    The goal of this action, part of EFRAG's "SME Ecosystem," is to assess the coherence of existing initiatives, such as greenhouse gas (GHG) calculators and geolocation

14 Feb 2025

PME Fund 2025: Applications open for Industrial Property Rights Protection Support

The European Union Fund for supporting the protection of Industrial Property (IP) Rights for Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) is now accepting applications for the 2025 edition.    This program, promoted in Portugal by the National Institute of Industrial Property (INPI), aims to provide partial reimbursement of expenses related to the protection of intellectual property, a crucial area for the growth and competitiveness of SMEs.    Companies can now apply for a grant to cover

12 Feb 2025

Sentinel, incubated at Set.Up Guimarães, acquired by the Mondragón Group, the largest business group in the Basque Country

Sentinel, a company incubated at TecPark by Set.Up Guimarães, has been acquired by Spain’s Mondragón Group, the largest business conglomerate in the Basque Country. The tech company, specializing in computer vision and 3D solutions for the industrial sector, is taking a strategic step by relocating its headquarters to Barcelona.  According to the newspaper Eco, the financial details of the acquisition have not been disclosed. However, the deal aims to expand Mondragón’s presence in the "artificial