The restructuring events database contains factsheets with data on large-scale restructuring events reported in the principal national media and company websites in each EU Member State. This database was created in 2002.
Adminstrative / Support Services 82 - Office administrative, office support and other business support activities 82.9 - Business support service activities n.e.c. 82.99 - Other business support service activities n.e.c.
200 jobs Number of planned job creations
Announcement Date
26 February 2026
Employment effect (start)
26 February 2026
Foreseen end date
31 August 2026
Description
The Unicorn Factory has launched the Engineers Hub, a new innovation centre in Lisbon, bringing together 10 start-ups with the aim of creating around 200 engineering jobs over the next six months. The initiative, developed in partnership with the Southern Region of the Order of Engineers, has already secured €12 million in funding.
The hub seeks to bridge the gap between universities and industry. The initiative aims to foster digitalisation and technological innovation across areas such as defence, infrastructure, cybersecurity, energy and industrial digitalisation, while also contributing to talent retention and the growth of technology-based companies in Portugal.
Eurofound (2026), Fábrica de Unicórnios, Business expansion in Portugal, factsheet number 204421, European Restructuring Monitor. Dublin, https://apps.eurofound.europa.eu/restructuring-events/detail/204421.
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