Pact - Parque Do Alentejo De Ciencia E Tecnologia, S.a.

What Pact - Parque Do Alentejo De Ciencia E Tecnologia, S.a. does

PACT - Parque do Alentejo de Ciência e Tecnologia, S.A. is a privately held science and technology park headquartered in Évora, Portugal, founded in 2011 with the University of Évora as majority shareholder. It operates 6 physical infrastructures hosting 55 companies and approximately 540 workplaces, delivering physical incubation (INPACT), digital incubation (ONPACT), coworking (COWORK), certified training through the DGERT-certified AlentEdge Academy, and business support services including intellectual property assistance via the AlentEdge cabinet. PACT also leads or participates as a partner in multiple European-funded consortia spanning Interreg Euro-MED, POCTEP, PRR, Portugal 2030, and EIT Health, generating revenue through project coordination and management.

The technology stack centers on an ecosystem platform (ePACT), immersive experience rooms featuring VR/AR, robotic, and simulation technologies, and the EREI360/RIS360 monitoring platform that applies generative AI to assess alignment of regional projects with the EREI Alentejo 2030 smart specialization strategy. PACT's go-to-market combines enterprise field sales, event-driven engagement (TEDxÉvora, Open Days, Networking Days, bootcamps), and community-led outreach through regional innovation councils and European consortium networks. Recent strategic emphasis is on the PACT 3.0 infrastructure expansion inaugurated by the Prime Minister in 2024, new vertical entry into gaming and immersive technologies via the eGames Lab consortium, and positioning PACT as the formal governance and monitoring partner for Alentejo's regional innovation policy.

Name

Pact - Parque Do Alentejo De Ciencia E Tecnologia, S.a.

Legal name

PACT – Parque do Alentejo de Ciência e Tecnologia, S.a.

Website

https://pact.pt

Company type

Private

Founded year

2011

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

PACT is a Portugal-based science and technology park in Évora, majority-owned by the University of Évora, providing incubation, coworking, training, and European project coordination to 55 companies and the broader Alentejo innovation ecosystem.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Science and Technology Park Services

NAICS

Administrative and Support Services (561)

SIC

Services-Membership Organizations (8600)

akta.pro primary industry

Industrial Park Owners Association Management (BPAJAHAH)

akta.pro secondary industries

Meeting & Event Space Services (Setup/Teardown) (BPABAFAL), Convention Campus & District Operators (Integrated Venue Districts) (THAHAAAL)

Keywords

• Science technology park
• Business incubation services
• Innovation ecosystem
• Coworking workspace
• European project coordination

Headquarters

HQ city

Évora

HQ country

Portugal

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Infrastructure, Operations, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Others

Revenue model

1. Incubation and Coworking Fees: PACT generates revenue through rental and service fees for physical and digital incubation (INPACT, ONPACT), premium memberships, and coworking space access, including use of auditoriums and multipurpose rooms.
2. Training and Certification Services: Revenue from certified training programs in digital marketing, AI, ChatGPT, project management (PM2), and intellectual property, delivered through the AlentEdge Academy and in partnership with DGERT-certified entities.
3. European Project Coordination and Management: PACT serves as lead coordinator and partner on multiple European-funded projects (Interreg Euro-MED, POCTEP, PRR, Portugal 2030, EIT Health), generating funding for regional innovation and ecosystem development.
4. Business Support and Consulting Services: AlentEdge cabinet provides intellectual property support, digital marketing services, open innovation facilitation, and business consulting to SMEs and entrepreneurs in the Alentejo ecosystem.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels8 records

Core offering

PACT operates a regional science and technology park providing physical and digital business incubation (INPACT, ONPACT), coworking space (COWORK), certified training programs through the AlentEdge business support cabinet, the ePACT digital ecosystem platform, and European project coordination and management services for startups, SMEs, academic institutions, and established companies in the Alentejo region of Portugal. The park spans 6 physical infrastructures with 540 workplaces hosting 55 companies, and includes immersive experience rooms featuring VR, AR, and simulators for community engagement and technology demonstration.

Product overview

PACT – Parque do Alentejo de Ciência e Tecnologia is a science and technology park operating as a multi-service innovation infrastructure. The offering consists of a core ecosystem platform (PACT Ecosystem) with 55 companies and 6 physical infrastructures, supplemented by business incubation programs (INPACT for physical incubation, ONPACT for digital incubation, and COWORK for coworking spaces), the AlentEdge business support office for IP and training services, the ePACT digital platform for ecosystem connectivity, the Academy for training programs, and Research for academic publications. PACT 3.0 represents the new flagship infrastructure phase. The portfolio also includes specialized initiatives like the xBOOST gaming acceleration program and the EREI Alentejo 2030 Monitoring Platform with integrated AI assessment tools.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• INPACT: Physical incubation program for startups and companies.
• ONPACT
• AlentEdge
• ePACT

Products and services

• PACT Ecosystem
• INPACT (Physical Incubation)
• ONPACT (Digital Incubation)
• COWORK (Coworking Space)
• AlentEdge Business Support Cabinet
• Academy (Training and Education)
• ePACT Digital Ecosystem Platform
• xBOOST Gaming Acceleration Program
• EREI Alentejo 2030 Monitoring Platform
• European Project Coordination Services
• Immersive Experience Rooms

Quantifiable outcome

• 55 companies supported within the PACT ecosystem
• +5 more outcomes

Named customers16 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

AI capability5 records

Feature3 records

Partnerships

33 partnerships are on record, tiered major, core and minor.

• Union of Bulgarian Black Sea Local AuthoritiesmajorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2024Partner organization within the eWAsTER consortium coordinated by PACT. Hosted the Final Conference and Validation Workshop in Varna, Bulgaria in July 2026.
• eWAsTER Consortium Partners (10 European organizations)majorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2024PACT leads a consortium of 10 European partners for the eWAsTER project on sustainable management of Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE), co-funded by Interreg Euro-MED 2021-2027. Partners include organizations from Bulgaria, Greece, and other Mediterranean countries.
• University of Évora (Universidade de Évora)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 28 December 2011University of Évora is the majority shareholder of PACT and its primary founding partner. The university provides academic research talent, student pipelines, and knowledge transfer capabilities. Soumodip Sarkar serves as both Executive President of PACT and Vice-Rector of the University of Évora, creating a direct governance link.
• Instituto Politécnico de BejacoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 28 December 2011Founding partner of PACT. Polytechnic institute contributing to regional talent development, bootcamps, and innovation programs.
• Instituto Politécnico de PortalegrecoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 28 December 2011Founding partner of PACT. Collaborates on bootcamps in green hydrogen (H2tALENT), training programs, and regional innovation.
• Instituto Politécnico de SantarémcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 28 December 2011Founding partner of PACT contributing to the polytechnic network and regional innovation ecosystem.
• ADRAL – Agência de Desenvolvimento Regional do AlentejocoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 28 December 2011Founding partner and regional development agency providing coordination between PACT and regional development strategies.
• ANJE – Associação Nacional de Jovens EmpresáriosminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 28 December 2011Founding partner representing young entrepreneurs in the PACT ecosystem.
• DECSIS – Sistemas de InformaçãominorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 28 December 2011Founding partner providing information systems expertise to the PACT ecosystem.
• INVENTAcoreImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerIntellectual property support services through the AlentEdge cabinet. INVENTA provides patent engineering and industrial property agent services to PACT ecosystem companies, including workshops and roadshows on IP protection.
• KPMG PortugalmajorTechnology or IntegrationKPMG established a Low Code Technology Hub at PACT. Also sponsors PACT networking events and supports the ecosystem through professional services and digital transformation consulting.
• NTT DATA PortugalmajorTechnology or IntegrationNTT DATA Portugal fixed its technology hub at PACT, providing technology services and contributing to the ecosystem's technical capabilities.
• EIT HealthmajorGTM or Marketing PartnerPACT is a CATaliser (CATalyst) for the EIT Health Bridgehead Programme, supporting European startups and scaleups with internationalization through the EIT Health network of incubators, clusters, and accelerators.
• ERP PortugalminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartner in eWAsTER project and e-waste collection campaigns. ERP Portugal manages WEEE collection and recycling, working with PACT on sustainability awareness.
• APPACDMminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerSocial institution partner in PACT's community and sustainability campaigns including blood donations and WEEE collection initiatives.
• GesambminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerRegional waste management entity (Alentejo) partner in eWAsTER collection campaigns and sustainability programs.
• NERE – Núcleo de Empresas de ÉvoraminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerBusiness association of Évora companies collaborating with PACT on sustainability and circular economy initiatives.
• Startup PortugalmajorGTM or Marketing PartnerNational startup ecosystem organization partnered with PACT for SIM CIRCUIT showcase events connecting startups with investors.
• CEiiA – Centro de Excelência para a Inovação da Indústria Automóvel e AeronáuticacoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCenter of excellence for innovation in automotive and aerospace industries. CEiiA collaborates with PACT on blood donation drives and is part of the aerospace cluster anchored at the park.
• Two ImpulsecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerDigital innovation company operating within the PACT inPACT network (inPACT Two Impulse). Co-organizes AI seminars, digital marketing events, and startup support programs at PACT.
• Miranda & Associados SP RLminorImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerLegal partner providing COVID-19 support information and exceptional measures documentation for PACT ecosystem companies.
• CCDR AlentejocoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerAlentejo Regional Coordination and Development Commission. Key governance partner for EREI 2030, Alentejo 2030 programs, and regional innovation coordination (CRIAlt).
• EGames Lab ConsortiummajorStrategic or Co-development PartnerConsortium funded by PRR and Next Generation EU focused on gaming technologies and creative industries. PACT represents the consortium internationally at events like Gamescom and 929 Challenge in Macau.
• H2tALENT ConsortiummajorStrategic or Co-development PartnerGreen hydrogen ecosystem development consortium. PACT participates in bootcamps, conferences, and consortium assemblies promoting green hydrogen in Alentejo.
• CircularTech Agenda MobilizadoramajorStrategic or Co-development PartnerNational agenda for circular economy transformation. PACT recognized by the European Commission as a leader in this agenda, participating in consortium meetings and driving national circular economy initiatives.
• EU Green Alliance ConsortiumminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerEuropean consortium on green/sustainability education and research. PACT hosted consortium project meetings at its facilities.
• AERO.NEXT ConsortiumminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerAeronautics consortium in which PACT participates, hosting consortium meetings at its facilities.
• UnicornQuest ConsortiumminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerEuropean project focused on startup and unicorn ecosystem development across Portugal and other EU countries. PACT participates in consortium meetings in France, Italy, Latvia, and Ireland.
• iPACT Two ImpulsecoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorDigital incubation brand/network operating within the PACT ecosystem, providing digital-first startup support and co-organizing events.
• Critical SoftwareminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerSoftware company present at PACT ecosystem, expanding into aeronautics software with plans to hire 20 engineers, contributing to the aerospace cluster.
• Empowered StartupsminorGTM or Marketing PartnerInternational startup support program that presented at PACT with participation from the Minister of Territorial Cohesion Ana Abrunhosa.
• ICL? / Brighten ConsultingminorImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerConsulting firm partnered with PACT for sessions on funding opportunities for ecosystem companies.
• BSO ConsultingminorImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerConsulting firm sponsoring PACT Networking Day events.

Scale indicators8 records

Recent moves9 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Regional players

• InnovPark: Innovation and technology park in Fundão, Portugal, focused on regional development and SME innovation. Comparable as a smaller interior-Portuguese regional innovation park with similar SME-incubation and territorial-cohesion objectives.

Broad incumbents

• Cambridge Science Park: Established UK science park affiliated with the University of Cambridge, providing incubation, lab, and office space for tech and life-sciences companies. Comparable as a mature university-linked science park operating physical incubation and coworking ecosystems.
• Sophia Antipolis: France's largest technology park hosting R&D centers for multinational corporations, universities, and startups. Comparable as a European science and technology park offering physical infrastructure, incubation, and a multi-tenant innovation ecosystem.
• TagusPark: Portugal's largest private science and technology park located in the Lisbon metropolitan area, hosting multinational tenants. Comparable as a Portuguese tech-park operator with corporate tenants, though substantially larger and more commercially oriented than PACT.
• Parc Científic de Barcelona: University of Barcelona-linked science park offering incubation, lab space, and tech-transfer services for science-based startups. Comparable as a European university-anchored science park with incubation, training, and industry-academia collaboration activities.

Emerging players

• Beta-i: Lisbon-based startup accelerator and innovation consultancy running corporate innovation programs and major events such as Web Summit. Comparable as an ecosystem builder with overlapping entrepreneur-support, event, and corporate-partnership activities.

Direct peers

• Startup Braga: Municipal innovation hub in Braga providing incubation, acceleration, and community programming for startups and SMEs. Comparable as a regional Portuguese innovation hub with similar incubation, coworking, and ecosystem-building functions to PACT.
• IPN - Instituto Pedro Nunes: University of Coimbra-linked technology transfer and business incubation center offering incubation, IP services, and lab testing. Directly comparable as a Portuguese university-anchored science park with incubation and tech-transfer services similar to PACT's INPACT and AlentEdge offerings.
• Parkurbis: Science and technology park in Covilhã, Portugal, hosting technology-based companies and offering incubation and coworking. Comparable as a smaller, interior-Portuguese regional tech park with a similar tenancy profile and ecosystem-development mandate.
• UPTEC - University of Porto Technology Center: University of Porto's science and technology park providing physical incubation, coworking, and acceleration across multiple thematic hubs. Comparable to PACT in serving university spin-offs and tech SMEs via a multi-infrastructure incubation model.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat6 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/PACT.alentejo
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/pactalentejo
• Instagraminstagram.com/pact_alentejo

Compliance1 record

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

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