Portugal: Resources

GuiaNet is a business portal for the multiple sectors of business in Portugal. This site provides a wide variety of directories, messaging, and contact information. 

The main mission of the FCT Space Office, also known as Fundação para a Ciência e a Tecnologia, is to fully explore the benefits of the Portuguese participation in European space programs. The FCT Space Office monitors the participation of Portuguese academia in space programs and contributes to the maintenance of the European Space Agency and other international space organizations. The site provides a general overview of the organization's structure, purpose, and governing bodies. Related statistics and history are also archived. Some aspects of the site are only available in Portuguese.

The Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Rural Development (MAFDR), also known as the Ministro da Agricultura, Florestas e Desenvolvimento Rural, regulates the agriculture industry. Its website contains information about the current minister and other head figures in the ministry, as well as recent news regarding the ministry. Although an English version of the site is available, this particular page is only available in Portuguese. The website is available in Portuguese as well.

The National Communications Authority, also known as Autoridade Nacional de Comunicações (ANACOM) is responsible for the electronic and post sectors in Portugal. ANACOM is responsible for market regulation by promoting competition and guaranteeing network access, while also promoting technological advancements. ANACOM also ensures the application of laws and they deal with complaints regarding post and electronics.

The National Institute of Pharmacy and Medicines (Infarmed) is accountable to the Health Ministry of Portugal. Infarmed aims to monitor, assess, and regulate all activities relating to human medicines and health products to protect public health. The site provides detailed information regarding medicinal products, medical devices, cosmetics, licensing bodies, and market monitoring.

The Regulatory Entity for Social Communication (ERC), also known as Entidade Reguladora para a Comunicação Social (ERC) consists of a regulatory board that defines and implements licenses and other regulatory action. The ERC site contains information about its responsibilities, recent news, studies and publications, legislation, and a common questions section. This website is only available in Portuguese.

This is the official site for the Chamber of Commerce and Industry of Portugal which features a business directory with company information. A directory search can be performed by product or business sector. This site also provides information about the services they provide as well as a media kit. 

The International Business Centre of Madeira (IBC), also known as the Madeira Free Trade Zone, explains Madeira’s appeal as a location for international business. This site covers taxation, operational costs, infrastructure, legislation, and business environment information. In addition, a selection of case studies are provided.