What is Portugal's rubber & plastic industry known for?

Portugal´s rubber & plastic sector is known for its innovation, sustainability, and alignment with global trends. In 2021, it generated a €5,6B turnover and employed 69% of the workforce (31.406) in this industry.

How big is the plastic industry in Portugal in 2021?

In 2021, the chemicals and rubber & plastic industry in Portugal achieved a turnover of €12B, with exports amounting to €8B. This industry serves multiple sectors, including automotive, construction, packaging, electronics and textiles.

Does Portugal have a chemical industry?

Portugal has a growing chemicals industry, focusing on the production of high-value and niche chemicals for specific applications. The chemical industry in Portugal has a relevant impact in national exports, gross value added and employment. The main chemical hubs in Sines and Estarreja are pivotal in driving the growth of national value chains.

What is the portal for the Portuguese chemical petrochemical & refining cluster?

The Portal for the Portuguese Chemical, Petrochemical and Refining Cluster is a single platform that aims to promote the commercial interests of the portuguese chemical sector in Portugal and internationally.

Who distributes plastics & organic rubbers?

The plastics and organic rubbers are distributed by the Portuguese subsidiary. The wide product portfolio includes plastics, organic rubber, elastomers and additives for different industries such as Automotive, Packaging, Electric & Electronics, Compounds & Masterbatches, Cosmetics, Wire & Cable.

Where can I study polymer engineering in Portugal?

Portugal hosts top-tier R&D centers like PIEP and CENTIMFE, dedicated to accomplishing the R&D+i requirements of companies in the plastics and related sectors. Additionally, several Portuguese universities offer undergraduate and postgraduate programs in polymer engineering.