Portugal Ventures

Spotlite, based in Coimbra, Portugal, specializes in developing monitoring systems that utilize satellite imagery for infrastructure assessment. The company's platform enables continuous large-scale monitoring to detect potential risks early, thus allowing clients to mitigate the likelihood of critical situations and associated damages. By providing analytics for asset management and maintenance operations, Spotlite supports infrastructure managers and operators in implementing timely preventive measures. This proactive approach is designed to prevent critical failures and minimize losses across various industries.

Barkyn, Lda is an e-commerce platform based in Porto, Portugal, that specializes in providing personalized care for pets through a subscription-based model. Founded in 2016, the company offers a range of products and services tailored to pet owners, including natural food, medicines, toys, snacks, and supplements. Customers can create an online profile for their dogs to receive customized food options and order subscription boxes delivered to their doorstep. Additionally, Barkyn provides access to veterinary support through chat and email services, ensuring comprehensive care for pets. This approach enables pet owners to conveniently manage their pets' health and well-being through a single platform.

Merytu is an online recruitment platform founded in 2019 and headquartered in Lisbon, Portugal. It enables users to choose and manage their job opportunities while providing a system for rating jobs and employers. Users receive payment following each evaluation, creating a feedback loop that benefits both professionals and companies. By connecting businesses with desired candidates for short-term work, Merytu aims to enhance the recruitment process for all parties involved.

Pureza Notoria provides consultancy services, e-commerce, and technology solutions to entrepreneurs who want to focus on their business. They provide quality services, in accordance with the needs of customers, integrating highly specialized professionals through partnerships in specific projects.

Hostels HUB is a hostel developer that is looking for opportunities both in city as leisure locations around Portugal.

Spotlite, based in Coimbra, Portugal, specializes in developing monitoring systems that utilize satellite imagery for infrastructure assessment. The company's platform enables continuous large-scale monitoring to detect potential risks early, thus allowing clients to mitigate the likelihood of critical situations and associated damages. By providing analytics for asset management and maintenance operations, Spotlite supports infrastructure managers and operators in implementing timely preventive measures. This proactive approach is designed to prevent critical failures and minimize losses across various industries.

United Boutiques is an online tech platform that sells deadstock from fashion multi-branded local boutiques. Through a digital marketplace with state-of-the-art e-commerce dedicated technology, customers navigate through the stock of fashion items and get recommendations accordingly with their preferences and habits.

Nutrium is a Portuguese company founded in 2015, specializing in online nutrition software aimed at enhancing the efficiency of dietitians in monitoring their patients' progress. The platform provides tools for professionals to manage appointments, set goals, and track meal plans, while also storing essential dietary, personal, and clinical information. This integrated approach not only streamlines the tasks of nutrition professionals but also motivates patients to achieve their health goals through continuous support and access to professional advice. By facilitating better communication and monitoring, Nutrium aims to improve patient outcomes and retention in the nutrition counseling process.

LegalVision is a web-based software (SaaS) that allows lawyers and business owners to manage their legal documents and process. It allows users to file legal documents online, to follow the status of the file, to have the documents electronically signed, and to get the documents up to date.

MindProber, based in Matosinhos, Portugal, specializes in software and hardware solutions designed to measure viewer engagement with media content and predict audience churn. Established in 2016, the company focuses on addressing the limitations of consumer neuroscience by offering automated media testing tools that deliver quick and scalable insights. Utilizing proprietary medical-grade sensors, MindProber collects both declarative responses and physiological reactions from a large panel of participants. The data is analyzed to provide detailed reports on the impact of media content, presented through interactive dashboards that clients can control. The company's products are tailored for sports organizations, broadcasters, producers, brands, and research agencies, helping them understand audience interactions and optimize their content strategies.

Barkyn, Lda is an e-commerce platform based in Porto, Portugal, that specializes in providing personalized care for pets through a subscription-based model. Founded in 2016, the company offers a range of products and services tailored to pet owners, including natural food, medicines, toys, snacks, and supplements. Customers can create an online profile for their dogs to receive customized food options and order subscription boxes delivered to their doorstep. Additionally, Barkyn provides access to veterinary support through chat and email services, ensuring comprehensive care for pets. This approach enables pet owners to conveniently manage their pets' health and well-being through a single platform.

Mercadão is an online marketplace based in Lisbon, Portugal, that connects consumers with a diverse range of products from various retailers. The platform offers an extensive selection of items, including groceries, pet supplies, dietary products, beauty and hair care items, wines, toys, chocolates, supplements, flowers, and beers. Additionally, Mercadão features a real-time order tracking system and efficient delivery scheduling, allowing customers to manage their purchases conveniently. By facilitating quick deliveries from multiple stores, Mercadão enhances the shopping experience, helping customers save time and streamline their online shopping activities.

Fonte Online develops and manages online businesses for its clients. The company offers online business and application management, consulting, and investing. Furthermore, it offers expertise in value proposition, delivery operation implementation and monitoring, communication strategy, SEO and SEM, and internationalization. Fonte Online was launched in 2014 by Goncalo Soares and Ricardo Monteiro and is based in Lisboa.

Sailside is a boat rental platform founded in 2017 and headquartered in Portugal. The company facilitates a peer-to-peer boat rental marketplace, enabling boat owners to list their vessels for rent or charter at no cost. Users can search for and book a variety of boats, from sailboats to yachts, across the globe. Sailside aims to make boating accessible to enthusiasts while allowing boat owners to earn income from their underutilized assets, as boats are typically used only a small percentage of the year. The platform offers several advantages for renters, including cost-effective alternatives to boat ownership, opportunities to explore unique destinations, and experiences in nature. Sailside also provides additional services such as skippers, price comparisons among listings, and insurance coverage to ensure a safe and enjoyable experience for users.

TRY Portugal are passionate about Portugal! Promoting active tourism experiences, exploring the Natural & Cultural Heritage of Portugal mostly in the country's interior regions yet unknown to most visitors, be it programs of hospitality services for event promoters, international tourism operators and general tourists.

Homeit is a property management system tailored for the Sharing Economy, focusing on short-term rentals and shared spaces. The company has developed a smart lock system that enhances property access and security. By connecting the home to the internet, Homeit's platform integrates various functionalities, allowing users to control both the building's street door and the individual property entrance through a smart lock and internal intercom. This centralized management approach simplifies property oversight, enabling users to efficiently manage multiple properties from a single interface.

Agri Marketplace operates a B2B cloud-based platform designed to facilitate direct transactions of agricultural products between farmers and the agriculture industry. The platform provides a comprehensive digital solution that includes a marketplace for buying and selling, logistics services, quality inspections, secure payment options, and legal support. By eliminating traditional intermediaries, Agri Marketplace aims to lower costs for buyers while promoting transparency and fairness in the food supply chain. The business model emphasizes redistributing value to benefit farmers, who often bear greater risks, thereby fostering a more equitable environment for all stakeholders involved in agricultural trade. Through its innovative approach, Agri Marketplace seeks to enhance the efficiency and reliability of agricultural transactions.

Nutrium is a Portuguese company founded in 2015, specializing in online nutrition software aimed at enhancing the efficiency of dietitians in monitoring their patients' progress. The platform provides tools for professionals to manage appointments, set goals, and track meal plans, while also storing essential dietary, personal, and clinical information. This integrated approach not only streamlines the tasks of nutrition professionals but also motivates patients to achieve their health goals through continuous support and access to professional advice. By facilitating better communication and monitoring, Nutrium aims to improve patient outcomes and retention in the nutrition counseling process.

Since 2014, eSolidar has been connecting consumers with social causes and enabling charities to diversify their fundraising base & reach new audiences through online charity shops, donations and special charity auctions with celebrities & brands. After reaching 50K registered users and almost 800 charities, we're now getting businesses involved. eSolidar for businesses is a solution that allows companies to better engage, empower and connect employees, while amplifying their social impact and CSR strategies, to create a culture of collaboration and giving back within any organisation.

Doinn, S.A., founded in 2015 and based in Lisbon, Portugal, operates a platform that connects short-term rental hosts and property managers with service providers for housekeeping, laundry, and check-in. This online platform allows users to automatically schedule and purchase services from vetted companies, ensuring that rental properties are maintained to high standards. Doinn’s seamless API facilitates integration with various online travel agencies and property management systems, enabling hosts to manage their properties more efficiently. For cleaning and laundry companies, Doinn offers a Vendor SaaS that streamlines operations and enhances service delivery, allowing them to optimize their resources and improve overall service quality.

International promotion and sales of Portuguese delicacy Pastel de Nata

VideObserver, SA operates a subscription-based online platform specializing in sports video editing and performance analysis. Based in Lisbon, Portugal, the platform provides users with tools to predict and analyze sports videos effectively. It enables users to gather essential information during games, edit and analyze video footage post-game, and generate statistical analyses at both the team and individual levels. By offering these capabilities, VideObserver aims to democratize access to advanced performance analysis tools, empowering smaller teams and clubs to enhance their preparation and performance on par with larger organizations.

Codeplace operates a learning platform designed to assist users in developing web applications through a structured program. The platform includes various features such as video lectures, searchable content, and tools for code sourcing and live app previews. It offers courses covering topics like Ruby on Rails fundamentals, social networks, and crowdfunding marketplaces. Additionally, the program emphasizes practical experience by guiding students through the creation of real-world projects, thereby enhancing their coding skills. Founded in 2014 and based in Amsterdam, Codeplace became a subsidiary of Academia de Código in 2018, further expanding its educational reach in the field of web development.

Since 2014, eSolidar has been connecting consumers with social causes and enabling charities to diversify their fundraising base & reach new audiences through online charity shops, donations and special charity auctions with celebrities & brands. After reaching 50K registered users and almost 800 charities, we're now getting businesses involved. eSolidar for businesses is a solution that allows companies to better engage, empower and connect employees, while amplifying their social impact and CSR strategies, to create a culture of collaboration and giving back within any organisation.

Landing.jobs is a candidate-driven marketplace that connects skilled tech professionals with leading companies in the technology sector. By focusing on the needs and preferences of job seekers, the platform facilitates meaningful matches between candidates and employers. Through its streamlined process, Landing.jobs aims to enhance the job search experience for tech talent while providing companies with access to a pool of qualified candidates. This approach not only supports career development for individuals but also helps organizations find the right talent to meet their operational needs.

PepFeed is an e-commerce platform that assists consumers in making informed purchasing decisions regarding technology products. It provides an information portal that matches millions of products with content from across the web, offering essential shopping information such as price comparisons, specialist reviews, and product demonstrations. By facilitating a comprehensive learning experience and enabling device tracking, PepFeed helps users effectively navigate the complexities of selecting electronic gadgets, ensuring they make well-informed choices for their next purchase.

MoodOptic is an online platform that provides contact lenses, sunglasses, frames, ophthalmic lenses, and sports glasses. It was launched in July 2006 and is operated from Viseu, Portugal.

Processware is a global technology group that specializes in software development and the implementation of its Open Operational Platform (O2P). The company operates through regional Processware Implementation Centres, where skilled teams collaborate with industry partners to address complex operational challenges. The O2P platform is designed to digitize processes, optimize logistics operations, and enhance the traceability of goods throughout the supply chain. By offering both pre-built and customizable processes, Processware enables clients to improve efficiency and control in their operations, catering to specific needs within various vertical markets.

B-Parts is an online platform specifically designed for professionals in the automotive sector, focusing on the commercialization of recycled parts. It serves as a marketplace that connects auto repair shops and individual customers with verified suppliers of used car parts. B-Parts offers the first online catalog of recycled automotive components, complete with a warranty for each product. The platform ensures quality and reliability by employing a strict verification process for its suppliers and by certifying every product through its technical team. Users can easily navigate the marketplace to find suitable parts, make deposits through an online payment system, and select proposals that best meet their needs.

Provider of online educational courses intended to respond to the current needs for professional learning and personal development. The company's platform specializes in hands-on experience for a job requiring any specific skill set, enabling users to learn and gain knowledge at affordable fees.

Passworks, S.A. provides a comprehensive solution for brands to design, manage, and distribute pass-marketing campaigns across major mobile wallet platforms, including Passbook, Google Wallet, and Windows Phone Wallet. The company's services enable users to create visually appealing passes and marketing campaigns, trigger location-based notifications, and send offers and updates directly to customers' mobile devices. Additionally, Passworks integrates with social media advertising APIs for enhanced distribution and utilizes beacons for micro-location marketing to prompt in-store offers. The platform also offers real-time data analytics to track campaign performance and provides REST APIs and SDKs for seamless integration with third-party systems. Passworks is headquartered in Óbidos, Portugal.

Medical Port is a global medical tourism facilitator that specializes in connecting patients with medical services in Portugal. The company leverages the country's expertise in healthcare and its renowned hospitality to offer cost-effective and quality-driven alternatives for surgeries and medical treatments. Medical Port ensures a customized approach tailored to individual needs and timelines, making the process efficient and seamless for clients. With access to modern facilities and a team of skilled professionals, the company provides comprehensive medical care services that include prevention, diagnosis, treatment, and recovery, enabling patients to receive high-quality medical attention at an affordable price.

g3p technologies is focused in creating innovative solutions in Cash Management and Automatic Payment’s areas and delivering technology products for the areas of Fleet Management, Access Control, Intelligent Traffic and Location Management.

Zarph S.A. is a company based in Odivelas, Portugal, specializing in the design and development of cash management systems and payment solutions. Its product offerings include payment kiosks, vending machines, point-of-sale systems, outdoor payment terminals, and automated payment modules. Zarph provides comprehensive cash management solutions that enable clients to efficiently manage banknotes and coins, including counting, authenticating, and centralizing cash information through a web platform. The company also offers consulting services in cash management, payment processing, and transaction security, alongside software development and technical support. Its solutions are tailored for various sectors that handle significant cash volumes, such as retail, public transportation, healthcare, and hospitality. Founded in 2009 and rebranded in 2015, Zarph continues to address evolving challenges in the technology market with innovative products and services.

Tuizzi Lda. operates an online marketplace focused on outdoor advertising, facilitating transactions between advertisers and media owners. Founded in 2012 and based in Porto, Portugal, Tuizzi's platform allows media providers to enhance their property profiles and enables advertisers to access a comprehensive database of media spaces for effective campaign planning. With over 163,000 media spaces available from 71 media owners across Portugal, England, Scotland, Wales, and Ireland, Tuizzi simplifies the process of buying, selling, and managing outdoor advertising. The platform aids local businesses in optimizing their advertising budgets by providing tools for searching media spaces, planning campaigns, and booking placements, thus enhancing communication and collaboration between media buyers and sellers.

ALERT Life Sciences Computing, S.A. specializes in developing cloud-based software solutions that connect healthcare providers with patients through electronic medical records (EMR), health information exchange (HIE), and personal health records (PHR) in both public and private sectors. The company offers a range of products, including the MyALERT Personal Health Record, which enables users to create and manage their electronic health records. Its EMR solutions encompass ALERT Paper Free Hospital, ALERT Care for primary care documentation, ALERT private practice for individual medical offices, and ALERT Referral for patient transfer between facilities. Additionally, ALERT provides tools for community health agents, medication management, and communication among healthcare professionals. The company also focuses on patient administration, clinical data exchange, and educational resources for healthcare providers. Founded in 1999 and headquartered in Vila Nova de Gaia, Portugal, ALERT Life Sciences Computing has expanded its presence with an additional location in Ourense, Spain.

Algarve International Race Track operator of motor park and motorsport circuit.

Critical Links SA specializes in providing information and communications technology solutions tailored for K-12 schools and small businesses, particularly those with limited or no internet access. The company offers an integrated platform known as the Education Appliance, which serves as a comprehensive server solution for managing educational content, student information, and various networking needs. This platform simplifies the deployment of third-party educational applications and services, facilitating a seamless transition to modern educational environments. Additionally, Critical Links provides support services that include consulting, training, and ongoing assistance to ensure effective implementation and usage of its technology. The company's offerings also encompass unified communications solutions, such as VoIP phone systems. Founded in 2006 and headquartered in Princeton, New Jersey, Critical Links operates an engineering development and support center in Coimbra, Portugal, and functions as a subsidiary of Critical Software SA.

Critical Links SA specializes in providing information and communications technology solutions tailored for K-12 schools and small businesses, particularly those with limited or no internet access. The company offers an integrated platform known as the Education Appliance, which serves as a comprehensive server solution for managing educational content, student information, and various networking needs. This platform simplifies the deployment of third-party educational applications and services, facilitating a seamless transition to modern educational environments. Additionally, Critical Links provides support services that include consulting, training, and ongoing assistance to ensure effective implementation and usage of its technology. The company's offerings also encompass unified communications solutions, such as VoIP phone systems. Founded in 2006 and headquartered in Princeton, New Jersey, Critical Links operates an engineering development and support center in Coimbra, Portugal, and functions as a subsidiary of Critical Software SA.

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