Oeiras stands out as one of the main hubs of economic development in Portugal, thanks to its unique conditions for attracting both national and international investment.
The municipality has implemented active policies to attract investment, streamline administrative processes, and support entrepreneurship.
These factors make Oeiras a fertile ground for business establishment and growth, particularly in strategic sectors such as information technology, biotechnology, and pharmaceuticals.
Its ecosystem values innovation and sustainability, and its clear vision for the future makes Oeiras a top destination for investors.
1. Office Infrastructure and Business Parks
Oeiras' business parks are key drivers of the municipality's economic dynamism, offering excellent conditions for the establishment and expansion of national and international companies.
Notable parks include Taguspark, Lagoas Park, and Quinta da Fonte. These spaces combine modernity, functionality, and strong technological infrastructure. They foster innovation, collaboration, and well-being, offering green areas, support services, restaurants, and privileged accessibility. These features position Oeiras as a competitive, attractive, and future-oriented territory.
This 600 sqm office space is located in one of these premium business areas.
2. Highly Skilled Workforce
Oeiras boasts a high concentration of skilled professionals. This high qualification level has led to an intense tertiarization of the local economy, with Oeiras ranking among the highest in the Lisbon Metropolitan Area—alongside Cascais and Lisbon.
The municipality has the highest percentage of residents with higher education in the country.
3. Active Investment Attraction Policies
Oeiras is implementing active policies to become Portugal’s leading hub for innovation, creativity, and technology—mirroring the success of Silicon Valley. These policies encourage the establishment of tech-based, pharmaceutical, and research-driven companies, while promoting the creation of high-value-added jobs.
4. Dynamic Economy
Oeiras Valley is the go-to location for large multinationals and fast-growing companies. It hosts a remarkable concentration of non-financial corporations.
Major global companies in technology, pharmaceuticals, automotive, and consumer goods have chosen Oeiras.
Leading Portuguese groups in construction, media, broadcasting, and sports are also based here. One of the municipality’s strategic development goals is the internationalization of the Oeiras Valley brand, actively presenting it to foreign markets to attract further investment.
5. Research Centers
Oeiras is home to renowned institutions such as the Gulbenkian Institute of Science, ITQB NOVA, and iBET, which play a vital role in national scientific and technological development. This region has become a true center of excellence in biomedical, biotechnological, and environmental research.
These centers also boost the local economy through the creation of skilled jobs and the attraction of national and international investment.
They contribute to training new generations of scientists and strengthening partnerships between academia, industry, and society.
6. Prime Location
Situated between Lisbon and Cascais, along the Atlantic coast, Oeiras benefits from a strategic geographic position. It offers excellent access to major road, rail, and tech corridors. Lisbon Airport is less than 30 minutes away, enhancing national and international connectivity.
As a result, Oeiras is highly attractive to companies, research centers, and residents alike.
7. Quality of Life
The municipality is rich in green spaces, renovated riverside areas, beaches, and bike lanes. It also offers strong investments in sports and cultural facilities. Oeiras provides a diverse and high-quality educational offering, from public and private schools to research centers and higher education institutions.
Moreover, it has a robust economic fabric with opportunities for skilled employment. This combination of well-being, safety, accessibility, and development makes Oeiras an ideal place to live in balance with the demands of modern life.
Discover the potential of Oeiras. Join an ecosystem of innovation, talent, and quality of life — and be part of Portugal’s economic future!
Article by Isabel Meireles by LEILOSOC® dated April 16, 2025
