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Portugal produced 85,268 vehicles in the first three months of 2026, including cars and light and heavy commercial vehicles, an increase of 5% compared to the previous year. 98.5% were exported.
Portuguese company BeyondComposite, which specialises in the development and production of advanced composite materials, has been selected to join the European Famous 3 programme for the development of ground armoured vehicles. The project has a budget of 115 million euros, with 79 million euros funded by the European Defence Fund. BeyondComposite is the only Portuguese company in the consortium, which brings together 43 entities from 15 countries, and will be responsible for developing advanced composite substructures for light military vehicles. The company's solutions aim to reduce vehicle weight while maintaining ballistic protection levels by replacing steel with advanced composites. The project, now in its third edition, covers three platforms: the ATV, the LAV, and the modernisation of the Leopard II tank. CEO Fernando Cunha stated that the selection recognises the company's innovation and excellence, positioning Portugal at the forefront of European defence manufacturing.
The Swedish aerospace company Saab is considering the possibility of manufacturing parts for its Gripen fighter jets within Portuguese territory.
OGMA could assemble parts of the Gripen aircraft, even if the Air Force chooses a different fighter jet
Bids for the purchase of the Tupperware factory in Montalvo, Santarém, did not reach the minimum value of 10 million euros, so the sale process will continue, the insolvency administrator told Lusa. When asked about the outcome of the sale process, Jorge Calvete said that there were no proposals that reached the value.
The Famalicão-based company Ysium – Advanced Engineering Solutions, the 'only' Portuguese firm to produce the directional capsule stabilizer for the Leopard 2 military tank and telescopic sights for sniper weapons, will invest 1.5 million euros this year in the defence sector alone. The announcement was made to ECO/eRadar by CEO Hugo...
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Mitsubishi Fuso will suspend production at the Tramagal factory during the month of July and move forward with voluntary staff departures, an official company source and a union source told Lusa.
“In Braga, we are contributing to the car of the future.” This is how Carlos Jardim, an administrator at Bosch, describes the sensor radars being produced at the German multinational's factory in Lomar. This unit is set to ship 10 million radars this year to more than 20 clients worldwide.
Twelve professionals complete furniture for the Pope's official visit to Angola, scheduled for one week from now.
The project was produced by the company Antarte in Rebordosa, involved a team of 12 professionals, and required over 160 hours of work.
Home News Portugal surpasses Italy in automobile production Portugal surpasses Italy in automobile production In 2025, Portugal surpassed Italy in total vehicle manufacturing volume, marking a significant milestone for the national industry.
Hot on the heels of FW26 collaborations with renowned designers like Willy Chavarria, the Portuguese Footwear Association continues to expand its reach globally — from runways to your shoe rack.
Pedro Figueiredo, commercial director of Beyond Vision, spoke on CNN Prime Time about the company's establishment in the drone market and its plans for the future.
Exports of sports goods totalled 728.8 million euros last year, with the two-wheeler sector standing out the most. Data released this Thursday by the National Statistics Institute (INE) show that bicycles, of which Portugal is the 'king' of production in Europe, accounted for 58.7% of total sales of equipment.
In Palmela, Autoeuropa is starting production of the new Volkswagen T-Roc. This week, 'Sobre Rodas' went to see the new model and visit the assembly line. There are also tips on how to save fuel at a time when prices are soaring.
When Russia invaded Ukraine in 2022, Belarus ceased to be a safe haven for foreign companies like bus manufacturer Carrosserie Hess AG. Its political proximity to Moscow placed the country on the radar of international sanctions, which created blockades and logistical difficulties, forcing the company to leave Minsk.
A roof tile manufacturing company in Pombal expects to recover full production capacity only in May, following damage caused by storm Kristin, estimated at one million euros, but which could triple.
Interested parties in the Tupperware factory in Montalvo must pay a 5% deposit and a 4% commission upon submission of their proposals. The asset has a minimum value of €10 million.
A company in the mould and plastics sector in Marinha Grande continues to operate in temporary facilities two months after the passage of storm Kristin and has installed 70% of its production capacity next to the affected unit.
The French sports footwear company Advanced Shoe Factory (ASF 4.0) is preparing to open a new factory in Barcelos later this year. The project will create up to 580 jobs. The new industrial unit is under construction in the parish of Silveiros, next to the National Road 204, where the multinational Gabor is already established.
The drop in global consumption of fashion items is having a direct impact on the Portuguese textile industry, with a reduction in orders from abroad. Clothing manufacturing companies are the most affected.
The Navigator Company, a European leader in bleached eucalyptus pulp production, is diversifying its business strategy. The Portuguese group is focusing on tissue paper and sustainable single-use packaging, including compostable coffee capsules made from eucalyptus fiber at its Cacia plant. With significant investments in new machinery and research through its Raiz institute, the company aims to replace plastics with biodegradable solutions while expanding its presence in international markets, including the UK.
One trillion dollars. This is the estimated revenue figure for commercial aviation last year, driven by a record 5.2 billion passengers worldwide. However, aircraft production is not keeping pace with this growth, and the latest estimates indicate that more will be needed...
Home News Louis Vuitton launches made in Portugal products Louis Vuitton launches made in Portugal products Louis Vuitton has placed the Made in Portugal label on certain leather accessories. By Bruno G.
Glass is one of Marinha Grande's three main industrial sectors, and many factories have halted production. One company that manufactures glass for tabletops estimates losses running into millions of euros.
In Marinha Grande, several factories had to halt production and are now rebuilding their factory halls.
Storm Kristin left many companies destroyed or partially damaged. With production halted—either because conditions are unsuitable due to the severe weather or because of power cuts—sectors such as moulds and automotive components cannot supply the major multinationals they work for or customers abroad.
The glass sector says it has suffered losses amounting to millions of euros.
At 12:00, the glass sector says it has incurred losses totalling millions of euros.
