Porto and Francal announce business development initiatives for late 2026

Porto has announced a series of free training programs for the second half of 2026 aimed at supporting local commerce. Running from September to November, the sessions will be held both in person and online. The curriculum includes Portuguese as a second language for the hospitality sector, accessibility compliance, Excel for business management, and visual merchandising.

In Brazil, Francal has released its business event calendar for the second half of 2026. The schedule includes several major trade shows and forums, such as the Annual Forum for Medium-Sized Enterprises in partnership with Fundação Dom Cabral, the Modern Construction Show, and the Seafood Show, which connects the Latin American seafood supply chain.

These initiatives focus on professional skill development, market innovation, and creating commercial opportunities across various economic sectors.