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Portuguese footwear industry targets defence sector growth

21/07/2025
Portugal’s footwear industry is preparing to expand its role in the defence sector, aiming to double exports of technical footwear to €100 million by 2030.

APICCAPS president Luís Onofre said rising defence budgets across NATO countries present “an opportunity” for the industry, which already supplies international security forces.

The FAIST project, involving 45 partners, is central to this effort. Coordinator Florbela Silva said it is driving innovation and repositioning Portugal on the global stage for technical footwear.

Industry leaders say Portugal has the expertise, capacity and technology to meet demand in this highly regulated segment.

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