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Portugal Resident26 Oct

Future of Sines refinery appears safe after GALP and Moeve end negotiations over potential merger

Portuguese energy giant GALP has announced today that it has ended negotiations with Moeve over a potential merger of their refining and fuel marketing businesses after failing to reach an The post Future of Sines refinery appears safe after GALP and Moeve end negotiations over potential merger appeared first on Portug

The Portugal News26 Oct

Portugal to hire more healthcare staff in Guimarães

The Hospital da Senhora da Oliveira in Guimarães will host the Alto Ave Theranostics Institute (ITAAVE). The municipality announced that the project represents an estimated investment of 43 million euros and is expected to generate 83 jobs.

The Portugal News25 Oct

Growing is no longer enough. It is necessary to gain scale.

For many years, one of the great challenges of the Portuguese economy was to be able to internationalise its companies. 

The Portugal News25 Oct

The next digital capital may not be a city at all!

For decades, we have become accustomed to thinking of large economic centres as cities. London is a financial centre, Paris concentrates companies and institutions, Frankfurt has become a European reference for data centres, and Silicon Valley has transformed a region into a world reference for technology. 

The Portugal News25 Oct

Road works to be developed in Porto

Infraestruturas de Portugal (IP) has launched a public tender worth 3.5 million euros to redevelop the Paranhos interchange on the Via de Cintura Interna (VCI), a major urban ring road, which includes a road connection from the centre of Porto to the Asprela area.

The Portugal News25 Oct

EU leaders propose new legislative safeguards

Germany, Italy and Belgium have called for a mechanism allowing EU governments to halt legislation considered burdensome for businesses and economies. 

The Portugal News25 Oct

Loja do Cidadão to consolidatet more services in Portugal city

Ferreira do Zêzere is investing 1.75 million euros in a “Citizen’s Shop” (Loja do Cidadão)—which is already operational—and a new business incubator in Pias. 

The Portugal News24 Oct

The New Economy of Renewables!

For many years, the debate on renewable energies in Portugal focused on the ability to produce electricity from the sun, wind and water. It was necessary to reduce energy dependence from abroad, diversify sources of supply and take advantage of natural resources that the country has in abundance. Today, an important pa

The Portugal News24 Oct

The Next Energy Revolution Could Be on the Rooftops!

When we talk about the future of renewable energy in Portugal, we often think of large solar parks, wind projects and large-scale investments. 

The Portugal News24 Oct

European investment targets four key sectors

Jordan is positioning itself as a secure investment gateway to neighbouring countries, supported by a €3 billion partnership with the European Union. 

The Portugal News24 Oct

Algarve to redevelop neighbourhood in Faro

The Faro City Council today approved a loan of nearly 14 million euros and terminated a previous 16.42-million-euro loan agreement for projects that never reached the financial execution stage, the local authority announced.

The Portugal News23 Oct

Canada–Portugal Chamber of Commerce to Bring Business Leaders Together at Taylor’s Port Cellars

The Canada–Portugal Chamber of Commerce (CPCC) is organising a business networking evening at Taylor’s Port Cellars in Vila Nova de Gaia on 19 November, bringing together business leaders and executives to discuss innovation, sustainability and the future of the wine industry.

The Portugal News23 Oct

The enduring appeal of Cascais and Estoril

Stretching along Lisbon’s coastline, Cascais and Estoril rank among Portugal’s most prestigious enclaves. Long favoured by European royalty and diplomatic communities, the area remains one of the most sought after by international investors and families.

The Portugal News23 Oct

How does permanent residency work with Portugal's Golden Visa?

Golden Visa holders can apply for permanent residency after five years of legal residence, subject to meeting the requirements at that point. Once permanent residency is granted, there is no longer a need to keep the qualifying investment.

Portugal Resident23 Oct

Sex abuse claims made against Catholic priests have all been archived

After the extraordinary revelations – and the sense of hope – that came from the independent commission set up almost four years ago to investigate child sex abuse within the The post Sex abuse claims made against Catholic priests have all been archived appeared first on Portugal Resident .

The Portugal News23 Oct

Blacktower celebrates European success and recognition for founder

Blacktower Financial Management is celebrating success at the Investment International Awards 2026, winning Excellence in Client Service (Advisers) – Europe and Company of the Year (Advisers) – Europe.

The Portugal News22 Oct

The House of Lions in Lisbon

Just a short walk away from the bustling Praça do Comércio, you can find a truly unique building. 

The Portugal News22 Oct

Portuguese drone manufacturer secures €28 million investment

Beyond Vision plans to expand production, accelerate AI development and strengthen its international presence in the defence and critical infrastructure sectors.

The Portugal News22 Oct

Mercan expands its investment strategy in Greece

Mercan is looking to establish itself as a long-term investor and developer in Greece, with plans to expand its portfolio across residential, hospitality and mixed-use developments.

The Portugal News22 Oct

9 Changes to Portugal's Golden Visa Citizenship Timeline Explained

Anyone holding a Portuguese golden visa, or weighing one, has likely heard the timeline just moved. For years, the promise was straightforward: five years of legal residence, then eligibility to apply for citizenship. That promise changed in May 2026, and the shift affects thousands of investors mid-process.

The Portugal News22 Oct

Metro Mondego invests €3 million in new vehicles

Metro Mondego, which manages the ‘metrobus’ operation in the Coimbra Region, said today that it has activated the option to purchase five more articulated buses, in an investment of approximately €3.6 million.

The Portugal News21 Oct

Young Portuguese people prefer paying for an Uber over driving under the influence of alcohol

More than half of Portugal’s Generation Z has used ride-hailing services (TVDE) to avoid driving after consuming alcohol, according to a survey by the Behavioural Insights Unit at the Católica Lisbon School of Business & Economics, released on 21 October.

The Portugal News21 Oct

New Hospital da Luz has opened in Portugal

Hospital da Luz Ribatejo, in Santarém—a private investment of about 60 million euros—began opening its services in phases on 20 October, with over 40 speciality consultations and clinical laboratory tests already available for booking.

Portugal Resident21 Oct

Algarve Accelerate event to explore business growth opportunities in 2027

The British-Portuguese Chamber of Commerce (BPCC) is organising a free business event at the Algarve International Circuit in Portimão on Thursday, October 29, focusing on the region’s economic prospects for The post Algarve Accelerate event to explore business growth opportunities in 2027 appeared first on Portugal Re