The layout of the future Lisbon airport has taken a significant step forward after authorities confirmed the positioning of its runways, a development that also triggers new construction restrictions in surrounding areas. The updated configuration clarifies how the infrastructure will sit within the Alcochete zone, long identified as the preferred site for the capital’s new […]
A 4.1 magnitude earthquake was felt across parts of the Lisbon region early Thursday afternoon after a tremor struck near Alenquer in the Lisbon district. The seismic event was recorded at 12:14 pm local time and originated approximately four kilometres west northwest of the town of Alenquer at a depth of 15 kilometres, according to […]
U.S. President Donald Trump has publicly criticised British Prime Minister Keir Starmer over a proposed lease arrangement concerning the strategic military base on Diego Garcia, warning that the move could weaken the United Kingdom’s control over a key defence asset. Speaking on Wednesday, Trump described the decision as a significant mistake, suggesting that the British […]
Lisbon Fashion Week has officially unveiled the name, theme and programme for its 66th edition, scheduled to take place from 12 to 15 March at Pátio da Galé. Organised Associação ModaLisboa in partnership with Lisbon City Council, the event will be held under the title ModaLisboa Pebbling, presented Omoda & Jaecoo, with the two automotive […]
Lisbon’s Humberto Delgado Airport has been ranked fifth among the top 50 airports in Europe, reinforcing its position as one of the continent’s leading aviation hubs. The ranking, published Travel and World Tour, highlights not only the airport’s operational performance but also its strategic geographic role connecting Europe with other regions. As Portugal’s main international […]
Lisbon will host two specialised maritime training courses in April as the Institute of International Container Lessors prepares to deliver Dry Van and Refrigerated Container Inspection and Repair programmes in Portugal’s capital. The sessions are scheduled for 15 and 16 April 2026 and are aimed at professionals involved in container operations, inspection, maintenance, and logistics. […]
Lisbon has positioned itself among the most attractive office investment markets in Europe, according to recent sector data pointing to stabilising yields and renewed investor confidence across the continent. Portugal is entering what analysts describe as a preparation phase for a new real estate investment cycle in 2026, supported improving liquidity conditions and steady occupational […]
Four Seasons Hotel Ritz Lisbon has been awarded a Five Star distinction in the Forbes Travel Guide 2026 Star Awards, becoming the only hotel in Portugal to hold the top tier rating this year. The recognition reinforces the property’s status as one of the country’s most prestigious luxury addresses and highlights Lisbon’s growing profile in […]
Passenger numbers at Lisbon Airport continued to rise in 2025 as Portugal’s aviation sector recorded another year of steady expansion. Preliminary figures released the National Statistics Institute show that national airports handled an estimated 73.75 million passengers last year, marking a 4.7 percent increase compared to 2024. The growth outpaced the previous year’s 4.3 percent […]
Lisbon is working to restore normal life after a series of powerful storms swept across the capital, leaving damaged trees, blocked roads and scattered debris in several neighborhoods. Municipal crews have been deployed across the city, with particular focus on central districts where fallen branches and weakened trees posed risks to pedestrians and traffic. One […]
