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From Workshop To Tech: The Revolution Of ‘Made in Portugal’ Footwear

By Morgane Nyfeler18 novembre 2025

Thanks to a targeted innovation and sustainability strategy, the Portuguese footwear industry is establishing itself as one of the most dynamic hubs in Europe. From leather to bio-based rubber, Portugal is paving the way for responsible and competitive production.

Portugal is a global leader in the production of high-quality footwear. That is why many footwear brands, including those in the luxury segment, choose to manufacture in Portugal (Cassie Jekanoski/APICCAPS)

€50 Mio

Value of FAIST, a tech-oriented program led by Carité and the Portuguese Footwear Technology Centre to drive digitalization

88%

Of global shoe production comes from Asia

2030

The technical footwear sector is aiming for €100 million in exports by then

Implementing advanced technologies requires significant capital, specialised skills and a cultural shift within companies

Luís Onofre, President of APICCAPS

While the major climate issues of COP 30 are currently being discussed in Belém, Brazil, those relating to fashion and textiles are also a priority. And this season, the Portuguese footwear appeared at major international fashion weeks, signalling a clear internationalisation strategy to position itself as a global leader in design, craftsmanship and sustainable innovation. Spearheaded by APICCAPS, the national footwear association, this presence included collaborations with designers such as Theophilio and Libertine in New York, Bianca Saunders and Willy Chavarria in Paris, and a partnership with the London College of Fashion to launch the first Portuguese Footwear Award.

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These initiatives reflect an ongoing effort to connect Portugal’s manufacturing base with the creative networks shaping contemporary fashion. They also illustrate how a heritage industry is repositioning itself in a global industry focused on speed and growth.

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