Start-ups

Little capital to build. Little evidence to convince.

We understand Start-ups

Start-ups live between the urgency of securing runway and the need to show results. Time is short, investor pressure is real, and every decision directly impacts survival. What makes the difference is finding the right funding and turning it into tangible proof that clients and partners can recognize.

Funding opportunities

The first step is to identify the instruments that really justify the effort:

• StartUP Voucher – supports the ideation phase up to the MVP, providing a stipend and mentoring to sustain the launch.
• Portugal 2030 and PRR – programs that co-finance development, digitalization, energy, and first pilots with clients.
• European programs (EIC Accelerator, Eurostars, LIFE, Horizon Europe) – suitable for differentiated technologies with international potential, provided maturity justifies the time investment.
• Tax incentives – mechanisms such as SIFIDE II or Patent Box extend the runway by monetizing R&D and intellectual property.

In parallel, when a project needs more structure to attract investment, we develop full business plans: revenue model, market analysis, roadmap, and financial plan.

Proof that builds trust

Funding only opens doors if accompanied by credible evidence. This is where Aliados adds value:

• GreenTech Lab (Test Bed) – allows products to be tested and simulated in a controlled environment, carbon footprint of pilots calculated, and the Digital Product Passport prepared. Reliable technical data that strengthens applications and shortens sales processes.
• Sustainability Report – produced with focus on what matters: materiality, KPIs, and progress. One of the documents that most inspires trust among investors and partners.
• EcoVadis – the most recognized assessment in international B2B supply chains. A good score is not just a medal (Bronze, Silver, Gold, or Platinum): it means faster access to new clients, pre-qualification in tenders, and fewer repetitive questionnaires. Internally, it provides a clear diagnosis of policies and practices to improve, helping to professionalize the organization from day one.

The impact?

With Aliados, a start-up gains what it needs most:

• Extended runway through well-structured public support and tax incentives.
• Pilots with solid metrics that support investment rounds and strengthen commercial proposals.
• Trust with clients and investors backed by sustainability reports and verifiable data.
• Competitive positioning in demanding supply chains when the commercial strategy requires proof of ESG practices.

Let’s accelerate your growth, today.

With our expertise, the difficult path to market success becomes easier.