Month: January 2026

The Venture Builder Blog

Push4Tourism: Open innovation to transform tourism distribution

Applications are now open for push4tourism, an open innovation programme promoted by GesEntrepreneur, with the support of Turismo de Portugal, under the FIT 2.0 – Fostering Innovation in Tourism Programme. This is the first programme in Portugal fully dedicated to the tourism distribution sector, developed in partnership with APAVT – the Portuguese Association of Travel…
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Annual Call Plan: What to Expect from Funding Opportunities in 2026

The Annual Call Plan has recently been published and is a key tool for anticipating public funding opportunities throughout 2026, within the scope of Portugal 2030, European funds, and other national and EU support mechanisms. This plan allows companies and organisations to prepare their projects in advance, align investment strategies, and significantly increase their chances…
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New Year – 2026 Begins with New Opportunities to Innovate and Grow

The start of a new year is always a time for renewal, ambition, and strategic planning. In 2026, companies face a demanding environment, but also one filled with new opportunities for funding, innovation, and sustainable growth — at both national and European levels. Throughout the year, new calls and support programmes will be launched under…
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