Algarve Daily News20 Jul‘The Algarve deserves better than second-hand trains from the 1970s’: Campaign group calls for greater investment in region’s railways
A local campaign group has welcomed the completion of the electrification of the Algarve’s railway line as a significant step forward in the modernisation of the region's rail network, but criticised the decision to deploy second-hand rolling stock rather than new trains.
The Portugal News20 JulEuropean companies embrace integrated digital transformation through Microsoft’s ecosystem
As businesses expand their use of artificial intelligence and cloud technology, demand is growing for consulting partners capable of delivering long-term digital transformation across Microsoft’s platforms.
Portugal Resident20 JulPortugal to buy three Italian-built frigates for almost €4 billion
Portugal is to acquire three new-generation Italian-built frigates, in an investment of around €3.9 billion, Prime Ministers Giorgia Meloni (Italy) and Luís Montenegro (Portugal) announced today following a meeting in The post Portugal to buy three Italian-built frigates for almost €4 billion appeared first on Portugal
The Portugal News20 JulPortugal will acquire three frigates from Italy
Portugal will acquire three new-generation frigates built in Italy, in an investment of approximately €3.9 billion, Prime Minister Luís Montenegro announced after a meeting in Rome with his Italian counterpart, Giorgia Meloni.
The Portugal News20 JulMichael Jordan, Carsten Koerl, and Jason Robins to Open SBC Summit 2026
SBC Summit 2026 to Host Landmark Leadership Keynote Featuring Sports Business Titans Michael Jordan, Carsten Koerl, and Jason Robins.
Portugal Resident20 JulFinal call for Algarve Business Awards entries
With just under two weeks remaining before entries close, businesses across the Algarve are being encouraged to enter the 2026 Algarve Business Awards, which celebrate their fifth anniversary this year. The post Final call for Algarve Business Awards entries appeared first on Portugal Resident .
The Portugal News20 JulPortugal may be developing a technology that the world is looking for. Have we noticed it yet?
There is news that should dominate the economic and technological debate of a country for days. But in Portugal, some of the potentially most important stories about our future go almost unnoticed.
Portugal Resident19 JulPortugal joins southern Europe’s economic resurgence
For much of the past two decades, Europe’s economic divide appeared straightforward. Germany and the wealthier economies of northern Europe were seen as the continent’s engines of growth, while Portugal, The post Portugal joins southern Europe’s economic resurgence appeared first on Portugal Resident .
The Portugal News18 JulCopenhagen named the world’s most liveable city
Copenhagen has been named the world’s most liveable city in the Economist Intelligence Unit’s 2026 Global Liveability Index.
Portugal Resident17 JulPublic prosecutors open investigation into ‘drug-trafficking trailer’ found with minister’s building contractor
The Portuguese Public Prosecution Service (MP) has opened an investigation after a trailer seized during a major drug-trafficking operation was discovered in the possession of a businessman/ civil construction contractor The post Public prosecutors open investigation into ‘drug-trafficking trailer’ found with minister’
Portugal Resident17 JulNews Review: Houses on contaminated land, state of nation & ‘snow’ fall in Portugal?”
In today’s roundup Natasha, Carl & Chris Graeme from Essential Business look at: Plus the usual mix of politics, society, expat life and what it all means for those living The post News Review: Houses on contaminated land, state of nation & ‘snow’ fall in Portugal?” appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Portugal Resident17 JulCan Portugal become one of Europe’s leading start-up destinations?
Portugal has spent much of the past decade promoting itself as an attractive place to launch a business. The combination of safety, comparatively moderate costs, skilled graduates and an appealing The post Can Portugal become one of Europe’s leading start-up destinations? appeared first on Portugal Resident .
The Portugal News17 JulJYSK to invest €60 million as it expands across Portugal and Spain
Danish home furnishings retailer JYSK is preparing for its biggest expansion in the Iberian Peninsula to date, announcing plans to invest €60 million over the next four years as it opens 120 new stores across Portugal and Spain.
Portugal Resident17 JulPortugal 2030 funds to be redirected towards AI and green transition
The Portuguese government plans to redirect more funding from the Portugal 2030 programme towards business innovation and decarbonisation, with artificial intelligence (AI) and clean energy at the centre of its The post Portugal 2030 funds to be redirected towards AI and green transition appeared first on Portugal Resi
Portugal Resident17 JulAlgarve municipalities surpass PRR targets for cutting water losses
Algarve municipalities have surpassed the water-saving targets set under Portugal’s Recovery and Resilience Plan (PRR), following investments of more than €40 million to modernise the region’s public water supply network. The post Algarve municipalities surpass PRR targets for cutting water losses appeared first on Por
The Portugal News17 JulWhen a logistics park can also be a power plant
There are investments that should be analysed for what they represent today and others that deserve to be observed, especially for what they may allow tomorrow.
Portugal Resident16 JulPJ police in Madeira investigate two murders ‘among neighbours’ in space of two days
Madeira’s PJ judicial police have had the unusual experience this week of two murders to investigate in the space of two days. The only positive aspect is that both have The post PJ police in Madeira investigate two murders ‘among neighbours’ in space of two days appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Portugal Resident16 JuleasyJet takeover battle could be good news for Portugal
Just weeks after The Resident reported on the possibility of investment firm Castlelake launching an opportunistic takeover bid for easyJet, the story has taken a significant turn. Rather than Castlelake proceeding with The post easyJet takeover battle could be good news for Portugal appeared first on Portugal Resident
The Portugal News16 JulPortuguese people are travelling more than ever but cutting spending due to inflation
Residents of Portugal showed a strong desire to travel throughout 2025 but adjusted their spending to the economic reality.
Portugal Resident16 JulPortugal is no ‘economic miracle’, central bank governor warns
Portugal is not an “economic miracle” (no matter what the international press might like to say) and must revive stalled structural reforms if it wants faster growth and to stem The post Portugal is no ‘economic miracle’, central bank governor warns appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Portugal Resident16 JulFuel price cap being considered ‘for first time’, as regulator probes pump pricing
Portugal’s government has signalled for the first time that it could impose temporary caps on fuel retail margins if an investigation finds serious distortions in the market. Environment and Energy The post Fuel price cap being considered ‘for first time’, as regulator probes pump pricing appeared first on Portugal Res
Portugal Resident15 JulMan accused of fatally shaking three-month-old baby in Serpa remanded in custody
A 69-year-old man has been remanded in custody on suspicion of fatally abusing a three-month-old baby, with investigators alleging the infant’s injuries are consistent with shaken baby syndrome, Portugal’s PJ The post Man accused of fatally shaking three-month-old baby in Serpa remanded in custody appeared first on Por
The Portugal News15 JulAlgarve makes an additional €20 million available to boost water efficiency
The Algarve 2030 Regional Program has launched a new call for proposals, making €20 million in ERDF funds available to support investments in water efficiency and sanitation across the region.
Portugal Resident15 JulThe complete guide to international schools in Portugal
Portugal has become an increasingly popular destination for international families, attracting expatriates, digital nomads, entrepreneurs and investors from around the world. Alongside its lifestyle and climate, the country offers a The post The complete guide to international schools in Portugal appeared first on Port