Latest news and stories about business expansion in Portugal for expats and residents.
Four Portuguese companies, including a Porto-based AI firm and an aesthetic clinic, have signed agreements to expand their operations into Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.
The Brazilian state of Santa Catarina is focusing on European expansion, selecting Portugal as its primary entry point for commercial operations.
The Portuguese company Purever, which was founded in Nelas and is headquartered in Lisbon, will open a factory in India with an investment of approximately 20 million euros in the first phase. The industrial group, which specialises in technical insulation, refrigeration, and controlled environments, will install a production unit in the city of Hyderabad, in Telangana.
The brokerage firm Diot-Siaci, the largest in the French market and with a strong global presence, inaugurated its Lisbon office this Monday, introducing the Portuguese Pedro Rocha as General Manager for Iberia. “We have a demanding and stimulating challenge ahead of us in a market full of opportunities, but also the opportunity to contribute to a more international, integrated vision...”
Better Place has become a member of the Studio Alliance network in Portugal.
President of Sebrae Nacional, Rodrigo Soares, explains the dynamics of Lisbon as a base for taking small Brazilian businesses to Europe, ranging from agricultural products to technology and innovation.
ApexBrasil and Sebrae have launched the selection process for the 2027 Startup Incubation Program in Lisbon, aiming to help 20 technology-based Brazilian companies expand into Portugal and the European market. Applications are open until 18 September 2026, with priority given to sectors such as HealthTech, EnergyTech, and Biotech. Selected startups will receive mentorship, workspace in Lisbon, and potential financial support for internationalisation, provided they commit to a three-month stay in Portugal starting in March 2027.
The company Nortempo has opened a new branch in the city of Setúbal, strengthening its presence in the Portuguese market.
DIT Portugal has expanded its workforce by hiring Carolina Ribeiro.
MOIDA, a South Korean K-beauty retailer, has entered the Portuguese market with the opening of its first store on Rua de Santa Catarina in Porto, followed by a second store on Rua do Carmo in Chiado, Lisbon. The operation is part of the brand's European expansion, which is already present in markets such as the United Kingdom, France, Italy, and...
The value of the deal was not disclosed. Tekever, a Portuguese unicorn, is expanding its operations in the UK with the purchase of Flowcopter, which is based in Edinburgh.
The Mozambican Competition Regulatory Authority (ARC) has decided not to oppose the acquisition by Visabeira Moçambique of a 30% stake in TV Cabo from the state-owned operator Tmcel, allowing the Portuguese group to increase its position in the company to 80%. In a statement released by the ARC and consulted by Lusa, the regulator notes that the operation 'is not likely...'
The company NORMAL plans to speed up its growth strategy within the Portuguese market.
The Portuguese-Brazilian company SheerMe was created to connect beauty salons to customers. Now, with the support of L’Oréal, the goal is to strengthen the market in Brazil, where the brand is participating in the Startup Summit.
The Portuguese company will now benefit from enhanced training in flight simulators for Airbus A320 and CRJ700 aircraft models.
The retail chain Druni continues its expansion in the Portuguese market by launching two new stores.
The Brazilian technology consultancy Darede, which specialises in cloud, artificial intelligence (AI) and digital transformation, is strengthening its operations in Portugal two years after entering the market, having chosen it as the European hub from which its European expansion will be coordinated. The plan includes hiring approximately 10 people.
NewCo, a networking and relationship strategy firm founded by former BTG Pactual partner Martha Leonardis, has opened an office in Lisbon. The company aims to bridge the gap between Brazilian and European markets, leveraging Lisbon as a strategic hub for expansion into Europe, the Middle East, and Asia. The firm focuses on sectors such as infrastructure, energy transition, agribusiness, and technology, while also facilitating networking events and providing local strategic support for businesses navigating cultural differences in the market.
The company Plenergy has inaugurated its 18th service point in Portugal, located in the city of Guimarães.
The pizza chain plans to expand its presence in the Portuguese market with several new locations throughout the year.
