Lisbon Fashion Week returned with strong creative energy as ModaLisboa Pebbling unfolded across the city, bringing together designers, artists, and industry voices for its 66th edition. The five day event moved beyond traditional runway shows, blending exhibitions, performances, and presentations into a wider cultural experience. At its core, the event showcased a renewed focus on […]
Life expectancy across the European Union continued to recover in 2024 following the sharp declines recorded during the Covid nineteen pandemic. New data released Eurostat shows that life expectancy at birth reached 81.5 years across the EU last year, marking the third consecutive annual increase. The figures indicate that European populations are gradually returning to […]
German professional services group ETL GLOBAL has strengthened its presence in Portugal integrating Lisbon based accounting and advisory firm Siconting into its local network. The move reflects the company’s strategy to expand professional services across Europe while deepening its footprint in the Portuguese market. Siconting, founded in 2011, provides accounting, tax advisory, financial consulting and […]
Demand from British nationals considering relocation to Portugal continues to remain strong in 2026 as the Moving to Portugal Show prepares to return to London on 26 March. The event is expected to attract individuals and families exploring opportunities to live or work in Portugal, reflecting sustained interest that has grown steadily over recent years. […]
Portugal continues to strengthen its position as a leading travel destination as new research shows the country ranking among the most attractive places for international tourists planning spring holidays. A recent visitor sentiment analysis covering ten key global markets found strong interest in Portugal, placing it among the top destinations in Southern Europe. The study […]
Portugal has announced the largest train procurement in the country’s history as the government moves forward with an ambitious plan to modernize the national rail system. Infrastructure and Housing Minister Miguel Pinto Luz confirmed that nearly 200 new trains will be acquired for the state railway operator CP in a program valued at approximately €1.8 […]
Portugal will soon require Brazilian nationals applying for Portuguese visas to submit their applications in person, marking the end of a postal submission system that had been introduced during the Covid 19 pandemic. The Portuguese Ministry of Foreign Affairs confirmed that from 17 April 2026 all Brazilian applicants seeking either a Schengen short stay visa […]
Energy company Repsol has announced a new strategic investment plan worth up to €10 billion for the period between 2026 and 2028, reinforcing its commitment to the Iberian energy market and strengthening its presence in Portugal. The updated strategy highlights the region as a central pillar of the company’s long term growth, with more than […]
Efforts to establish a direct air link between Lisbon and Hong Kong have returned to the spotlight after renewed discussions between Portuguese representatives and Hong Kong airport officials. Industry figures say such a route could strengthen economic ties between Europe and Asia but warn that the financial risks may be too high for airlines to […]
Portugal’s government is preparing a major upgrade to railway infrastructure in the Alentejo region, including plans to modernise key lines and create a new rail connection to Beja Air Base. The proposal was presented Secretary of State for Infrastructure Hugo Espírito Santo during a parliamentary hearing focused on the Casa Branca Beja railway line. Authorities […]
