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Ponte de Lima gains technological center of agrifood of 4.5 million

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Briefings

The University of Viana do Castelo (UNIPVC) secured a 30-year land right for the 3AR Agroalimentar Center in Ponte de Lima, a 4.5 million euro investment project. The center aims to create 40 qualified jobs in agri-food technology by 2030 and strengthen regional innovation in the Alto Minho. The project is funded 65% by the Regional North 2030 program and will integrate with the Melgaço research hub.

Key points

• The University of Viana do Castelo (UNIPVC) obtained a 30-year land right for the 3AR Agroalimentar Center in Ponte de Lima, covering an area up to 3,220 square meters.
• The 3AR project is funded 65% by the Regional North 2030 program, with the remaining 35% from community sources, and aims to create 40 qualified jobs in agri-food technology by 2030.

Context

The 3AR center is part of a broader network in the Alto Minho region, integrating with the Melgaço research hub to support the wine industry, particularly the Alvarinho grape variety. This infrastructure strengthens regional innovation in agri-food technology and rural development.

Limitations

The evidence covers the land right authorization, funding breakdown, and project goals up to 2030. It does not include specific construction start dates, completion dates, or detailed job creation timelines beyond the 2030 target.

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