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🏅 Kuehne+Nagel Portugal certified as a Great Place to Work for the third consecutive year   Kuehne+Nagel Portugal, a proud Porto Leading Investor, has once again earned the Great Place to Work certification, recognising its commitment to a people-centred, collaborative, and innovative workplace.   According to Gonçalo Bastos Sá, Head of the Porto IT Centre, this milestone reflects “the strong culture we’ve built together – one that places people at the heart of everything we do.” With over 400 employees nationwide, Kuehne+Nagel continues to strengthen Porto’s position as a hub of innovation and talent, while leading the way in logistics and supply chain excellence.    Read more: https://lnkd.in/dwHVTVgx

🎓 Universidade do Porto reaffirms academic excellence in THE World University Ranking 2026 The University of Porto remains among the world’s top 500 universities and leads nationally in the latest Times Higher Education World University Rankings. U.Porto achieved strong results in Research Environment and Industry impact, ranking as Portugal’s second-best university in Teaching and Research Quality. It also entered the global top 300 for scientific output — a key milestone in its international recognition. A testament to U.Porto’s commitment to excellence, innovation, and global collaboration. Read more: https://lnkd.in/dDB-uiiy

🌱 Spark, a €35M investment by Castro Group, has officially opened in the Greater Porto area, setting a new local benchmark for innovation, sustainability, and quality of life. "A dynamic and fluid project – a true centre of experiences with real impact on sustainability, mobility and culture.” words of Paulo Castro, CEO of Castro Group Designed by PAULO MERLINI architects, Spark offers flexible office spaces, retail areas, and over 4,000 m² of green zones, combining technology, design, and well-being. The development aims to achieve LEED, WELL, WiredScore, and SmartScore certifications, making it one of Portugal’s most advanced smart buildings. With real-time resource monitoring, shared mobility solutions, and the Spark App to connect users and manage community activities, the project promotes a truly sustainable and collaborative ecosystem for companies and innovators. Read more: https://lnkd.in/dG2dC_qz

⚡️ Universidade do Porto, through U.Porto Inovação, has secured €164,000 from Portugal 2030, COMPETE 2030, and NORTE 2030 to support four energy innovation projects at Faculdade de Engenharia da Universidade do Porto. Among them, GENESIS — led by Alexandra Rodrigues Pinto — develops zero-emission hydrogen and electricity systems for small vessels, while UPWIND Research Project, led by Fernando Arménio Fontes, focuses on portable wind energy generators for remote areas. These projects reflect U. Porto's commitment to sustainable energy and technology transfer, turning research into real-world solutions that contribute to decarbonisation and energy accessibility. Read more: https://lnkd.in/d4hUaECG

🐾 Maven Pet and Purrmi, two Portuguese pet tech startups, have teamed up to launch Portugal’s first “Pet Hub” — a 250 m² collaborative space in downtown Porto dedicated to innovation in pet health and technology. Home to both teams and designed for up to 80 people, the Pet Hub brings together startups, researchers, and entrepreneurs to foster collaboration across AI, veterinary science, and product development. The initiative aims to make Portugal a reference point in global pet tech, driving advances in health monitoring, nutrition, and data-driven solutions for pets. Read more: https://lnkd.in/dJ_nrgmE

🚀 Feedzai, one of Portugal’s leading tech unicorns, has surpassed a $2 billion valuation after securing a $75M funding round with new investors including Lince Capital, Iberis Capital, and Explorer Investments.   At the same time, Feedzai has been appointed by the European Central Bank as the main technology provider for the digital euro’s risk management and fraud prevention system, under a four-year contract worth up to €237M.   A major milestone that reinforces Feedzai’s position as a global leader in AI-driven financial risk management and a proud moment for Portuguese innovation.   Read more: https://lnkd.in/gqEg6QSk

🌟 BrightGroup, a Portuguese tech company and member of Porto Tech Hub, has unveiled an innovative platform that brings empathy to digital business communication.   Founded in 2024 by Tiago Coelho, Jorge Teixeira, and Luís Miguel Silva, BrightGroup combines artificial intelligence and emotional intelligence to create AI-powered avatars capable of interpreting emotions and adapting their tone, language, and expressions in real time.   With a mission to reintroduce humanity into online interactions, BrightGroup is redefining how brands connect with customers — turning emotion into a true competitive advantage.   Read more: https://lnkd.in/gMgqtRUi

💡 Women in Tech, let’s talk balance, growth, and visibility! Two inspiring events by Intellias, a Porto Leading Investor, are coming up: 🔵 Balancing the Unseen: Work-Life Integration for Women in Tech - Oct 18th, Vila Nova de Gaia A hands-on session focused on redefining balance and recognizing the unseen work women carry in tech. 🔵 She Is Tech Conference 3.0 - Oct 23th, online A global gathering empowering women in technology through stories, leadership, and connection. Join the conversation. Learn, connect, and shape the future of tech together.   Read more: https://lnkd.in/dmFGzrYZ

📸 Porto becomes home to FUJIFILM’s first photography sanctuary in Portugal!   FUJIFILM Portugal is investing €500,000 to open the country’s first House of Photography, right in the heart of Porto. To be launched on November 7th, this new space on Rua Sá da Bandeira will be more than just a store — it will be a cultural and creative hub for exhibitions, workshops, and experiences that bring together professionals, students, and all photography enthusiasts. A fantastic project that strengthens Porto’s position as a European reference for innovation and visual culture. Read more:  https://lnkd.in/duQwvTXY

🚀 Porto Leading Investor Euronext strengthens its footprint in the city   Euronext has inaugurated its new headquarters in the heart of Porto, in a fully renovated historic building that once housed the Faculty of Pharmacy. Described by CEO Stephane Boujnah as the group’s largest-ever real estate investment, the project will allow the company to expand its local team to between 600 and 700 people.   In just over 8 years, Euronext’s Porto technology and services centre has grown from fewer than 100 employees to nearly 500, making it the group’s third-largest location in Europe.   For Rui Moreira, Mayor of Porto, this expansion "confirms the strategic importance" of the city, demonstrating its ability to attract high-value international investment and compete on a European scale. With support from InvestPorto, the project further reinforces the city’s role as a hub for innovation, talent, and sustainable growth in both finance and technology.   Read more: https://lnkd.in/dWhCeVYh