Business Factory distinguished among Europe's Leading Startup Hubs
The Business Factory incubator, promoted by SBI Consulting in partnership with the Municipality of Mafra, was distinguished in the European ranking “Europe’s Leading Start-Up Hubs 2026”, promoted by the Financial Times in conjunction with Sifted and Statista, which identifies the 180 most relevant startup incubation and acceleration hubs across Europe.
The ranking, now in its third edition, evaluated innovation hubs using a methodology that involves feedback from alumni, expert opinions, and analysis of performance indicators, and includes hubs from 25 European countries. It follows rigorous criteria that include continuous operation since at least 2021, a physical presence in European territory, and the offering of incubation or acceleration programs, integrating a broad set of hubs that support the creation and growth of innovative companies.
Business Factory ranked 87th out of 180 recognized hubs in the ranking, being one of the leading Portuguese entities in this competitive environment. This position reinforces its history of supporting startups with technological potential and sustained economic impact, consolidating the incubator's relevance in the national and international innovation ecosystem.
