UpIndustry Project Kick-off Seminar

Keep up with the change in the manufacturing industry. On January 16, 2026, AIDA CCI will host the launch of the UpIndustry project, an initiative dedicated to strengthening business capacity, innovation, and sustainability.

At a time when industrial competitiveness requires constant adaptation, this seminar serves as a strategic meeting point for those who want to lead the sector’s transformation. Promoted by CEC – Chamber of Commerce and Industry of the Centre, in partnership with PortusPark and Invicta Angels, the project aims to foster vital synergies between companies in the North and Center regions.

Why participate?

The event aims to bridge industrial SMEs with the Startup and innovation ecosystem, creating a more technological and sustainable industry. Throughout the afternoon, the AIDA CCI Auditorium in Aveiro will be the center of debate on crucial topics:

Collaborative Innovation: How to build bridges between traditional industry and new technologies.
Funding: Early-stage investment strategies and access to European funds.
Sustainability: Implementation of ESG criteria and acceleration of the green transition.
Qualification: New models of industrial competitiveness.

Program and Activities

Between 15:30 and 19:00, participants will have access to thematic panels with experts, moments for sharing experiences, and networking spaces designed to generate new business opportunities.