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20, 21, 22,
OCTOBER
2026
Figueira da Foz
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Innovation,
Technology
& Sea Economy
Fair

F!NEXT
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SUSTAINABILITY
UNIVERSITY
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INNOVATION
UNIVERSITY OF COIMBRA
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SUSTAINABILITY
UNIVERSITY
FIGUEIRA DA FOZ
INNOVATION
UNIVERSITY OF COIMBRA
FINEXT
About the Event

INNOVATION, TECHNOLOGY AND SEA ECONOMY

F!Next is an innovation, technology, and sea economy fair that promotes regional development opportunities, boosting the collaborative ecosystem between companies, institutions, and universities - with the purpose of creating synergies, debating strategic topics, and building a more sustainable and competitive future.

The 2026 edition integrates the Inovação@UC event, reinforcing the articulation between the business sector, scientific research, and technological development, with a special focus on the Blue Economy. The event takes place at the new manufacturing facilities of SCALESOCEANS, in Figueira da Foz.

F!Next Event
Target Audience

WHO IS IT FOR

An event for everyone contributing to a more innovative and competitive ecosystem.

Engineers & Researchers

Connecting science, technology, and industry.

Students & Young Talents

Preparing the next generation for technological challenges.

Public & Regional Entities

Promoting sustainable development and regional economic growth.

FINEXT event audience

Startups & Entrepreneurs

Turning ideas into scalable solutions for the future economy.

Universities & Research Centers

Connecting scientific knowledge with innovation and technology transfer.

Maritime & Port Sector

Innovation and operations in the sea economy.

Three Days . Three Themes

Program

The F!Next 2026 program brings together three days dedicated to innovation, technology, and the sea economy, fostering the connection between companies, scientific research, and young talents. Throughout the event, projects, solutions, and opportunities reflecting the challenges and future of key strategic sectors will be presented.

Industry and Technology
Day 1
20 Oct 2026 | 10:00 - 17:30
01

INDUSTRY AND TECHNOLOGY

Day dedicated to showcasing the latest industrial, technological, and innovative solutions, promoting live demonstrations, strategic networking, and meetings between leading companies, institutions, and industry experts.

Parque Industrial e Empresarial da Figueira da Foz, R. Acácias 37, 3090-380 Figueira da Foz
Inovação @UC
Day 2
21 Oct 2026 | 10:00 - 17:30
02

INOVAÇÃO @UC

A day entirely focused on scientific research and knowledge transfer, bringing universities, research centers, and businesses closer through innovative projects with potential for real impact.

Parque Industrial e Empresarial da Figueira da Foz, R. Acácias 37, 3090-380 Figueira da Foz
Blue Careers
Day 3
22 Oct 2026 | 10:00 - 13:00
03

BLUE CAREERS - TECHNOLOGY AND INNOVATION FOR THE BLUE ECONOMY

Day dedicated to enhancing the Blue Economy and bridging companies, educational institutions, and young talents, promoting career opportunities, training, and sustainable development linked to the sea and innovation.

Parque Industrial e Empresarial da Figueira da Foz, R. Acácias 37, 3090-380 Figueira da Foz
Background Pattern
FINEXT 2025 - Energizing an Ecosystem

RELIVE THE LAST EDITION!

Revisit the best moments of the last edition and feel once again the energy, ideas, and connections that defined F!Next.

F!NEXT 2025
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