INCUBATION
From creation to the development of your business idea, we help you achieve your goals and guide your startup's growth path in the market.
INCUBATION AT BUSINESS FACTORY
␥ For early-stage startups
␥ In the ideation phase or already incorporated, and from any geography
␥ Specialization in Tourism, Blue Economy or Agri-food
␥ Incubation period of at least 3 months to a maximum of 3 years
␥ Incubation hubs in Mafra and Ericeira
STRATEGIC AREAS
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TOURISM
Sustainable marine and coastal tourism
Enhancement of cultural and historical heritage
Smart tourism and digitalization
Intelligent management of tourist flows
Energy efficiency for tourism
Waste management and circular economy in tourism activities
Sustainable nature and rural tourism
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BLUE ECONOMY
Sustainable fishing and aquaculture
Marine biotechnology
Ocean renewable energies
Technologies for monitoring and protecting marine ecosystems
Circular economy of the sea
Smart port infrastructure and logistics
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AGRI-FOOD
Precision agriculture and agrotech
Sustainable and organic agricultural production
New foods and alternative proteins
Reduction of food waste
Enhancement of local products and short supply chains
Agri-food circular economy
Food processing and preservation technologies
Digitization of the agri-food chain
Agricultural automation and robotics
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BENEFITS
SUPPORT
Regular one-on-one meetings with the Business Factory team for personalized support in the evolution of your project.
We connect you with key strategic players in the market, leveraging synergies for growth.
PARTNERSHIPS & BENEFITS
Access to training programs, and all the tools and knowledge necessary to develop your business idea.
TRAINING
MENTORING & OFFICE HOURS
Private sessions with mentors and experts in areas relevant to the development of your company.
We connect you with your key strategic players in the market and leverage synergies for growth.
CORPORATE MATCHING
Highlighting the achievements and developments of your startup through our communication channels.
COMMUNICATION
Integration into a dynamic community of entrepreneurs and access to exclusive events, connecting to a curated network of contacts and entrepreneurial ecosystem.
COMMUNITY & NETWORKING
Access to a network of investors and information on new support and funding opportunities.
INVESTMENT & FUNDING
Studios and open-plan offices in a pleasant work environment among entrepreneurs from diverse geographical locations.
WORKSPACE
At Business Factory, innovative startups gain the needed momentum and support to drive their growth. Business Factory provides personalized support to entrepreneurs, opening doors to opportunities for collaboration and synergies with the business community and the entrepreneurial ecosystem towards success.
WHY BUSINESS FACTORY?
WHY MAFRA?
The place for innovators who want to test their solutions in an ecosystem that combines technology and sustainability with economic growth. Mafra drives innovative projects that offer unique tourist experiences, explore technologies for a more sustainable maritime economy, and solutions that enhance the region's agri-food capacity.
In addition to Portugal being one of the fastest-growing innovation hubs in Europe, it offers intercontinental geographic centrality and access to the European Union market, competitive operating costs, a skilled and multilingual workforce, robust digital infrastructure, and attractive government incentives for entrepreneurs.