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Portuguese footwear invests 100 million to prepare new growth cycle

RTP Notícias15 September 2026 at 09:00

The Portuguese footwear industry concludes this year what is described as the largest ever investment cycle in the sector. One hundred million euros were applied in various strategic areas to prepare the industry's future.

The investments focused on sustainability, digitization, artificial intelligence and new technologies. These areas were identified as priorities to modernize and make Portuguese footwear production more competitive.

The invested amount is reinforcing the confidence of sector professionals in their future. This initiative represents a significant bet on the transformation and modernization of the entire Portuguese footwear value chain.

Why this matters

Readers in the region benefit directly from this investment, as it represents the creation of new jobs and the modernization of local footwear factories. The focus on sustainability and technology positions Portuguese footwear companies to compete better in international markets, potentially increasing exports and the region's economic visibility.

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