Number of new companies leaps 11.9%
Over 21,000 companies were founded in Portugal in the first half of 2015, representing an 11.9% increase compared to the same period last year. The boom was most noticeable in
Vila Vita Parc receives ‘Eco awards’
Vila Vita Parc resort and its vineyard in Porches have been awarded two quality seals by global certification firm Tüv Rheiland – one for being an ‘Eco-hotel’ and another for
Pingo Doce takes over three Alisuper supermarkets
Three supermarkets previously owned by the Algarve’s ever-struggling chain Alisuper have been taken over by Pingo Doce and are expected to open “in the first half of July”. The supermarkets
Visão Plus joins forces with vision&co
Optical store Visão Plus in Quarteira has taken a step forward in terms of customer service and product range. It is now operating under the brand vision&co, a leading retail
Browns Sports & Leisure Club celebrates 15th Birthday
Browns Sports & Leisure Club in Vilamoura will be celebrating 15 years of existence on July 8. Some may still remember its origins as the Rock Garden, the squash and
Business cocktail at Optimum Outdoor Solutions Showroom in Almancil
A business cocktail evening is taking place on July 15 at the Optimum Outdoor Solutions Showroom in Almancil from 6pm to 8.30pm. These are short after-work events that allow new
Algarve architect wins EU prize for creating “expandable house”
A house that can expand “at the touch of a button” was the innovative project that saw Algarvean architect Anabela Macieira win a €8,900 EU prize. While it’s still just
Apolónia opens “largest, most modern” outlet in Lagoa
Apolónia Supermarkets has announced it will be opening its “biggest and most modern supermarket yet” in Lagoa this Thursday morning (June 25). The opening is scheduled for 8am and will
Algarve University launches online business portal
The Algarve University (UAlg) has launched an online business portal where it will be regularly posting local business-related news and initiatives. “This initiative aims to continue UAlg’s work promoting entrepreneurship
New health club opens in Vilamoura
A health club offering a variety of “health and wellness” services will be officially opening on Monday, July 6 at the Pestana Vila Sol Hotel in Vilamoura. Services offered include