The latest edition of Portugalglobal, AICEP's magazine dedicated to internationalisation and the Portuguese economy, is now available. Issue 199 focuses on Industry 4.0, exploring how digital transformation is strengthening the competitiveness of Portugal's export-oriented manufacturing sector through the adoption of technologies such as artificial intelligence, robotics, the Internet of Things, digital twins and advanced data analytics.
This edition features an interview with Miguel Gil Mata, President of Produtech, who discusses the challenges and opportunities of European reindustrialisation, arguing that Portugal is well positioned to strengthen its role in global value chains through innovation, specialisation and technological capability.
The magazine also showcases Portuguese companies driving industrial digital transformation and expanding their international footprint. Featured companies include BRAINR, Critical Manufacturing, CriticalFlow, Graphenest, HORSE Aveiro, Infraspeak, Introsys and Nautilus, all of which are developing innovative solutions in industrial software, automation, artificial intelligence, advanced materials, electric mobility, smart operations management, robotics and technology-driven furniture solutions.
The edition also features an analysis of the US Midwest, a region leading the reindustrialisation of the United States through digitalisation, automation and advanced manufacturing. The article highlights opportunities for Portuguese companies in engineering, moulds, software and industrial technologies, in a market where Portuguese exports have grown significantly over the past decade.
The edition also includes an in-depth interview with architect Eduardo Souto de Moura, recipient of the International Union of Architects Gold Medal, highlighting the contribution of Portuguese architecture to Portugal's international profile and to strengthening the country's reputation in global markets.
Alongside the main feature, the magazine includes its regular sections on news, trends, markets and internationalisation, offering valuable insights for Portuguese companies, exporters and international investors interested in the Portuguese economy and global business opportunities.
Read the July/August 2026 issue of Portugalglobal now.
