AIDA CCI - Chamber of Commerce and Industry of the District of Aveiro, Portugal, created the project ADE - Aveiro Digital Export, whose main objective was to strengthen the export and digital skills of companies in the district of Aveiro and promote the region itself as an attractive destination for international investment.
Among the various activities developed for ADE, AIDA CCI created an Investor Support Guide which presents some of the strongest points of the region and highlights the main aspects to be taken into account when investing in Aveiro.
According to ADE the investment process in the Aveiro region must contemplate four crucial stages: business knowledge, the choice of the type of investment, attracting financing and hiring people.
As for the Business Fabric, the diversity of economic activities and support structures to the business fabric existing in the various districts of the Aveiro District, reinforces its relevance as a destination for international investment. In the document created and available on the AIDA CCI website the main industries and business support structures are described, by municipality. It should be noted that manufacturing industry and commerce are the most relevant areas of economic activity in the District, bringing together a high volume of business, which in turn translates into a high number of companies and workers.
Regarding the type of investment, there are different ways to invest in Aveiro. It is important to know the necessary steps for its realization and the possible support entities to whom to turn to.
In order to attract investment, there are several initiatives to support internationalization, export, innovation and qualification of personnel for all types of companies, with a special focus on supporting SMEs.
In the process of hiring people in Portugal, it is important to understand the different types of contracts and salary conditions for employees, and it is also essential to ensure the safety of employees, respect for their rights, and compliance with Social Security registration and payment.
This more complete information and other relevant information to invest in a healthy way in Aveiro, is available in the International Investor Support Guide.
