15 Jan 2026

LoopPack: the startup that is transforming the way we pack and ship products

  LoopPack is a startup operating in the logistics and packaging sector with a focus on sustainability and efficiency. The company offers a reusable and sustainable packaging solution that simplifies the process of packing and transporting products while reducing environmental impact. By developing self-assembling and reusable cardboard boxes designed to be assembled without adhesive tape—thereby reducing costs and time in the logistics process—the startup is creating solutions ideal for operations with multiple use cycles, promoting

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14 Jan 2026

Set.Up Guimarães promotes another acceleration bootcamp for startups focused on negotiation

Set.Up Guimarães held yesterday another startup acceleration bootcamp, this time focused on the topic of negotiation. Led by Eduardo Araújo, the bootcamp brought together entrepreneurs and startups participating in the Set.Up In(dustry) acceleration programme, which continues to challenge entrepreneurs to transform creative, technological, or knowledge-intensive projects into successful businesses with direct impact on the territory. The bootcamp adopted a practical and intensive approach to the negotiation process, focusing on commercial strategy, persuasive communication, and objection

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13 Jan 2026

StartUP Voucher | Applications open until January 30

This measure, with applications open until January 30, supports the launch of projects promoted by young graduates up to 29 years of age, aiming at self-employment creation in technology-based areas, while fostering qualified employment, innovation, and digital transition. The StartUP Voucher includes: Award of a monthly grant of €900. Access to specialized mentoring and incubation in accredited entities. Participation in training and networking activities. Interim and completion awards for the creation of self-employment. Through this

By Set.Up Guimarães | | In Avepark, Geral, Labpac, Set.Up In(dustry), Tecpark | Read More
8 Jan 2026

Portugal sets course for Artificial Intelligence with a new national agenda

Portugal has taken a strategic step by approving the National Artificial Intelligence Agenda (ANIA), formalised through Council of Ministers Resolution No. 2/2026. This initiative establishes a clear vision for the development and adoption of AI in the country up to 2030, in line with the National Digital Strategy. ANIA is the result of a participatory process involving universities, companies, startups, SMEs, experts and citizens, reflecting a collaborative approach to shaping public policy for technological innovation.

By Set.Up Guimarães | | In Avepark, Geral, Labpac, Set.Up In(dustry), Tecpark | Read More

A new phase of the €750,000 “Deep Tech” line vouchers is starting

A new application round has opened under the Innovation and Competitiveness Financial Instrument (IFIC), an initiative of the Portuguese Development Bank in partnership with the Recover Portugal Mission Structure, aimed at strengthening funding for Deep Tech startups. The move follows the first phase, in which the available support was not fully allocated. This second stage, open until February 4, is restricted to projects that were not submitted or approved in the previous round. The focus

By Set.Up Guimarães | | In Geral, Labpac, Set.Up In(dustry), Tecpark | Read More
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

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17 Oct 2024

We were at the AAUMINHO Start Point accompanied by some of our incubated companies

On October 15th and 16th, Set.Up Guimarães was present at the 16th Edition of Start Point, the event organized by the Academic Association of the University of Minho, which primarily aims to help build careers, with a focus on young people, in a fair format for entrepreneurship, employment, and training. For two days, we engaged with brilliant young minds looking for solutions and support to bring their projects and ideas to life and to launch

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22 Jan 2024

H-INNOVA: Health Innovation HUB | Call for Projects | Open Registrations

Registrations for the Call for Projects - 5th edition of H-INNOVA - HEALTH INNOVATION HUB (www.hinnovahub.com) are open until March 15th, 2024. When registering, it is only necessary to identify the name of the STARTUP and its representative(s). The STARTUP's pitch deck must be submitted by May 31st, 2024. The Call For Projects of H-INNOVA - HEALTH INNOVATION HUB will award and support the implementation of the best projects regarding innovation and entrepreneurship in the

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15 Jan 2024

Set.up Guimarães | Relatório de Atividades 2023

Set.Up Guimarães is the network of Incubators of Guimarães Municipality. Certified by the National Network of Incubators (from Startup Portugal), was created with the aim of promoting entrepreneurship and supporting the development of innovative business ideas, divided into 3 verticals, LabPac - creative area, TecPark - technological area and the Set.Up In(dustry - industrial area).   With a network of almost three dozen mentors, made by managers, founders and experienced academics. Created specifically to support

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13 Jun 2023

THOP leva Guimarães até ao Jamor a ver jogo de rugby entre Portugal e a África do Sul

A THOP – The House Of Portugal, startup acolhida na nossa incubadora Lab.Pac, está empenhada em promover Guimarães como fonte de atração ao investimento Sul Africano em Portugal, procurando ser parte integrante de eventos de impacto nacional e internacional, como é o caso do jogo amigável de rugby amigável de entre as seleções Masters da África do Sul e de Portugal, que vai acontecer já no próximo sábado, dia 17 de junho, no Estádio do

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