Portugal and the EIB

We supported urban rehabilitation projects in the city of Lisbon, helping to transform it into a better place for families and businesses. We also invested in The Navigator Company to improve production at the Figueira da Foz pulp plant.

At a glance

The EIB provides finance and expertise for sound and sustainable investment projects in Portugal.

Last year’s EIB Group activity in Portugal by priority

(In € million, last updated at previous year end)

EIB activity in Portugal by sector since start of operations

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EIB stories in Portugal

Individual stories speak far louder than figures and charts. Discover how our work improves the quality of life in Portugal and beyond.

27 June 2024

Portugal and the EIB

We have worked in Portugal since 1976, upgrading key infrastructure and improving access to finance for small businesses. We supported urban rehabilitation projects in the city of Lisbon, helping to transform it into a better place for families and businesses. We also invested in The Navigator Company to improve production at the Figueira da Foz pulp plant.

Infrastructure Portugal European Union Urban development
4 June 2024 Nadia Calviño

What the EU has done for us

With the European Parliament elections around the corner, many will ask what the European Union has done for us since the last election in 2019. Here are some of the highlights

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8 May 2024 Andreia Nuno

Higher education conquests aided by new campus

In creating new academic and professional opportunities for future entrepreneurs, Nova School of Business and Economics enhances the academic offer in Portugal.

Infrastructure Portugal European Union Education and training
8 May 2024 Andreia Nuno

A landmark project since 1998

The Vasco da Gama Bridge, built more than 25 years ago, is an iconic landmark in Lisbon's landscape which, with the support of the EIB, has changed the lives of thousands of people and revolutionised local mobility

Infrastructure Portugal European Union
2 May 2024 Andreia Nuno

EU delivers: Sustainable housing in Portugal

Ambitious Loures development creates 793 social housing units and renovates 1 171 homes to boost social inclusion and tackle climate change

Infrastructure Portugal European Union Education and training Climate action and environment
21 December 2023 Andreia Nuno

Lower rents and a sustainable city

With an influx of people fleeing Lisbon’s housing market, Loures urban development investment boosts climate adaption and social housing

Infrastructure Portugal European Union Climate action and environment
7 December 2023 Amy Serafin

A lightbulb moment

Company creates balcony-designed, lightweight solar panels to provide cities with more renewable energy access

EIB Institute Germany Ukraine Portugal Eastern Europe, Southern Caucasus European Union Climate action and environment Institutional
16 November 2023

Is your pitch ready? Biel Glasses says Yes

Jaume Puig is the CEO of Biel Glasses, a Spanish company that has created smart glasses that use AI and robotics to improve the mobility and autonomy of people with low vision. He is on his way to the EIB stand at Web Summit. Will he be ready to meet the challenge and pitch his company?

Web summit Portugal European Union Research, innovation and technology
16 November 2023

Is your pitch ready? Compocity says Yes

Emese Pancsa is the CEO of Compocity, a Hungarian company that provides a service designed to help businesses achieve their sustainability goals. She is on her way to the EIB stand at Web Summit. Will she be ready to meet the challenge and pitch her company?

Web summit Portugal European Union Research, innovation and technology
16 November 2023

Is your pitch ready? Sound Particles says Yes

Nuno Fonseca is the CEO of Sound Particles, a Portuguese company that creates 3D audio software that is used in many Hollywood blockbusters. He is on his way to the EIB stand at Web Summit. Will he be ready to meet the challenge and pitch his company?

Web summit Portugal European Union Research, innovation and technology

Get EIB support in Portugal

We improve the lives of citizens in the EU and beyond. We support small businesses, while enhancing climate action and innovation. We also focus on energy transition and urban sustainability. We create prosperity for all EU regions, so that they reach their full potential.

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(generally less than €25m)

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(exceeding €25m)

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The EIB economic survey of investments in Portugal

The EIB, with the help of dozens of academics, practitioners and policymakers, surveyed 12,500 firms and 500 big cities across Europe to find out what is driving or holding back investment.

Discover the latest results