Opportunities & Events

Stay up to date with programs, calls, and moments that bring the Portuguese startup ecosystem together. From funding opportunities to workshops and conferences, this is where you’ll find everything happening across the ecosystem — and how you can take part.

OPPORTUNITY RADAR

 

PROTECHTING | 14 December

Now in its 8th edition, Protechting is back to help startups co-develop real pilots with global leaders, with up to €100K in sponsored pilots and access to new markets in Portugal, China, and Peru.

 

FUNDAÇÃO JORNADA | “Jovens Agentes de Esperança” Program | 16 December

Fundação Jornada has opened applications for its first support program for projects led by — or focused on — young people aged 15 to 35 in Portugal. With grants of up to €30,000 per project, the initiative aims to foster youth participation and civic engagement through actions in education, mental health, sustainability, spirituality, and citizenship.

 

SICE – SME INTERNATIONALIZATION | 31 March 2026

This notice under COMPETE 2030 supports individual SME internationalization efforts — from market prospection and export marketing to digital presence and branding. The new call aims to strengthen Portugal’s export capacity and help SMEs integrate into global value chains.

EVENTS FOR YOUR AGENDA!

 

Launch of the book “Venture Capital Handbook” | 25 November

Abreu Advogados hosts the launch of its new book, featuring contributions from 22 experts on topics ranging from legal frameworks to tax considerations and case studies in venture capital,including a contribution from Startup Portugal’s President, Alexandre Santos.

NEXO SUMMIT | 26-28 November

Join this edition of NEXO Summit — the evolution of the iconic ANJE Entrepreneur Fair — at Fábrica Vasco da Gama, Matosinhos. Over two days, entrepreneurs, investors, students and visionaries will gather for talks, showcases and networking where business, leadership and tech converge.

FoodHack Lisbon: How a legacy brand can win the next decades | 3 December

This free event brings together tech, food, and sustainability leaders to explore how legacy brands can thrive in the new food & beverage era. Expect practical playbooks on DTC, innovation, and alternative sales — all at Casa Ferreirinha, Vila Nova de Gaia.