Latest news and stories about construction in Portugal for expats and residents.
Industrialized construction is seeing increased adoption in Portugal, yet systemic barriers continue to hinder the achievement of necessary economies of scale.
New legislation for modular construction is expected to act as a catalyst for industry growth and scale, with major firms welcoming the integration of industrial building alternatives into public procurement codes.
There have never been so many opportunities for the construction sector, but the problem remains the same as always: accessing financing. Mutual Guarantee may be the key.
The construction production index increased by 3.1% in April year-on-year, a growth rate equal to that observed in the previous month, according to data released this Monday by the National Statistics Institute (INE). The two components of this index showed year-on-year variations in the same direction: while building construction rose by 2.4%, up six...
Productivity in construction has barely grown for half a century, unlike almost all other sectors of economic activity. Solving this enigma would do a great deal for our wealth.
Portugal’s Social Democratic Party (PSD) has submitted a proposal to parliament that could significantly reduce tax liabilities for construction companies involved in urban rehabilitation projects, while potentially ending a long-running The post PSD proposes retroactive 6% VAT for urban rehabilitation projects appeared first on Portugal Resident.
The president of ASHRAE is in Portugal to participate in debates regarding the future of sustainable building practices.
Visabeira has notified the Competition Authority (AdC) regarding the purchase of the remaining capital it did not already own in HCI Construções, which was responsible for building iconic structures such as the EDP headquarters, the Champalimaud Foundation, and the Hospital da Luz. The concentration operation consists of the acquisition, by Visabeira Construções, S.A., of exclusive control...
CIMPOR is advancing its sustainability goals by introducing the first fully electric concrete mixer vehicle to the Portuguese market.
An overview of the proposed legislative changes to streamline and update the regulatory frameworks for construction, urban development, and building rehabilitation in Portugal.
The local authority ordered a partial embargo on the project, suspending work. Despite this, construction continues without restrictions.
Third part of the Investigação CM report from May 28, 2025, on CMTV.
First part of the Investigação CM from May 28, 2025, on CMTV.
Second part of the Investigação CM from May 28, 2025, on CMTV.
The chief executive of the developers' association stresses that construction VAT is only one component of the final price. He says the reduction to 6% is a victory but will have 'limited' results.
The National Strategy for the Implementation of the BIM Methodology - aimed at reducing costs and errors in construction projects - was approved on April 30th and the legislation was published this Thursday, May 21st. IMPIC is the entity responsible for the implementation and monitoring of the project and has 90 days to develop an action plan.
The third meeting of the Real Estate Panorama conversation series, promoted in partnership by Expresso and Nos Smart Home, takes place this Friday in Lisbon and will focus on the impact of social and technological changes on homes and construction methods.
The abandonment of the building in Benedita, designed by the Portuguese architect Tomás Fonseca, has already led the Alcobaça City Council to carry out safety interventions. For years, the building's underground floor was used by local youths as an improvised skatepark.
A construction firm founded by Brazilians is growing its operations in Portugal, yet is currently struggling with a lack of available workers.
A new collaboration aims to speed up the adoption and implementation of industrialised construction methods across the Portuguese market.
The Government is preparing a new package of measures to regulate industrial construction. One of the objectives of the new regulation is to create conditions for public entities, namely municipalities, to launch tenders for so-called modular or industrialized construction through framework agreements, the Minister of Infrastructure and Housing stated in a podcast.
The challenge of ensuring access to housing in Portugal is, more than ever, at the centre of public debate. As we have already mentioned in this forum (“VAT in construction: challenges and perspectives”), despite the impact of VAT on construction, which is due to its non-deductibility, the Portuguese legislator has historically maintained an ambiguous position, between ...
The 2026 edition of the TEKTÓNICA trade fair expands, reinforcing its role as a key catalyst for the construction sector across Portugal and the Iberian Peninsula.
Garcia Garcia announced this Monday that it closed 2025 with a turnover of 173 million euros, a 48% growth compared to 2024, which represents the construction company's best performance ever. For 2026, we anticipate the continuation of this growth trajectory. Despite global uncertainty, the construction sector remains dynamic, driven by...
Have you ever heard of NZEB? And NZEB +20? Essentially, it is as simple as demanding standards for energy efficiency in construction. It ensures that new buildings, whether for housing, commerce, or services, have nearly zero energy needs – Nearly Zero Energy Building (NZEB), which are defined...
The volume of licensed units in new construction projects fell 13.3% to a total of 6,230 dwellings.
Porto City Council has partially suspended the Emporium Park development near the City Park after municipal inspectors found the building exceeded the authorized height by 80 centimetres. The council has ordered the developer to correct the work, including the demolition of the excess structure, to restore legal compliance. Mayor Pedro Duarte stated that such a project would not have been approved under his administration, emphasizing a new, stricter approach to urban planning and landscape protection. A local association has also filed a lawsuit challenging the legality of the development.
