The SIM Conference (Startups & Investment Matching) is confirmed for May 14 and 15, 2026, at the Alfândega do Porto Congress Centre, consolidating its position as one of the leading entrepreneurship events in Portugal and Europe.
Promoted by Startup Portugal, the conference aims to connect startups, founders, investors, and ecosystem leaders, creating opportunities for networking, knowledge sharing, and the establishment of strategic partnerships that foster the sustainable growth of innovative companies.
The 2025 edition brought together approximately 3,500 participants, 400 startups, and more than 230 investors, featuring 190 national and international speakers and nearly 100 content sessions focused on emerging topics such as technology, sustainability, and investment. This success reinforces the event’s importance as a platform for visibility and connection between Portuguese and global entrepreneurial talent.
The SIM Conference 2026 program includes keynotes from prominent international figures, specialized workshops, pitching opportunities, and matching sessions that facilitate direct meetings between scale-ready startups and investors interested in innovation. These formats are designed to strengthen capabilities, attract capital, and promote the internationalization of entrepreneurial projects.
The conference plays a central role in strengthening the national entrepreneurial ecosystem by stimulating competitiveness, innovation, and value creation. At the same time, the presence of international investors and leaders helps position Portugal as a reference hub for global investment and partnerships in technology, innovation, and the digital economy.
With tickets already available and internationally renowned speakers confirmed, SIM Conference 2026 represents a strategic opportunity for Portuguese and international startups to expand their networks, secure funding, and accelerate growth in a global environment.
More information about the initiative HERE.