Viatel obtained the coveted statute of “Inovadora COTEC”, given the exceptional performance shown in the management of innovation, which took place after the technological company of Grupo Visabeira was recognized, in 2020, by the National Innovation Agency, as a competent entity for developing Research and Development (R&D) activities.

COTEC Portugal, Associação para a Inovação, actively seeks examples such as Viatel, which actively demonstrates that it is possible to combine proper financial strength, technological investment and the conviction that Innovation is essential in increasing competitive and economic results.

The “Inovadora COTEC 2022” Statute certificate is valid for one year, and during this second edition of the contest, 649 of the 830 companies which had applied were awarded, in accordance with the demanding criteria defined in the regulation of Inovadora COTEC.

This important statute will allow Viatel to gain an advantageous access to the network comprised of eight banks and two public entities which have special programs for supporting companies to achieve their innovative potential.