HeiQ in Portugal

Located in TecMaia, within the Greater Porto area, our Portugal office is part of one of the country’s most dynamic technology and innovation parks. The site combines strong engineering and digital talent with a growing ecosystem of technology‑driven companies, offering an agile environment for innovation, collaboration, and scalable execution.


Maia (Porto)

  • Innovation Services
  • Sales & marketing
  • Technical support
  • R&D
  • Quality validation testing for textiles
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HeiQ Iberia participates in a range of research, innovation, and talent development initiatives.

Funded projects

HeiQ Iberia participates in a range of research, innovation, and talent development initiatives supported by Portuguese and European funding programs. These projects help accelerate technological innovation, strengthen industrial capabilities, and foster collaboration between industry, academia, and public institutions.


Current projects

  • ResiQWear 
    A Portuguese innovation project co-funded by the Portugal 2030 program, focused on developing next-generation activewear and leisurewear textiles enhanced with multifunctional finishes derived entirely from biological sources. The project also incorporates Digital Product Passport (DPP) technology to support product transparency and traceability. Find more detailed information here. 
     
  • Bioeconomia 
    Through participation in bioeconomy-focused innovation programs, HeiQ Iberia collaborates on the development of sustainable technologies, advanced materials, and circular economy solutions that help transform scientific research into industrial applications.
     
  • IEFP 
    HeiQ Iberia participates in talent development initiatives supported by IEFP, helping young professionals gain practical industry experience while supporting the growth of technical and scientific skills in Portugal.

Country Leadership

  • heiq-pt-general-manager-raquel-vaz-vieira

    Raquel vaz Vieira

    General Manager HeiQ Portugal
    Portugal

  • Joint material development

    Joint material development with HeiQ is a phased collaboration that takes your idea toward a validated, launch-ready material.

    Joint material development with HeiQ is a phased collaboration that takes your idea toward a validated, launch-ready material. Through a Joint Development Agreement (JDA), we define shared milestones, run focused proof-of-concept work, and make go or no-go decisions at each stage. You work directly with HeiQ experts and facilities, following a clear and transparent IP framework.

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    HeiQ joint material development
    Joint Development Agreements (JDAs) bring partners and HeiQ teams together to develop solutions side by side, with direct, day‑to‑day access to HeiQ experts.
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  • Material testing

    Our testing services verify the performance of materials treated with HeiQ technologies.

    Our testing services verify the performance of materials treated with HeiQ technologies. We apply established test methods to document quality, durability, and functionality in real‑world conditions. This helps you confirm that your product delivers the expected HeiQ performance before going to market.

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    HeiQ material testing
    Our quality control laboratories use standard instruments to measure the physical, mechanical, chemical, and biochemical properties of materials.
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