Optimal Group Invests €1 Million in Boutique Unit for Space Sector in Porto
Optimal Group is investing €1 million to establish a 300-square-meter boutique unit in Vila Nova de Gaia, Porto, focused on the space sector. The unit aims to enhance production capabilities, with initial manufacturing expected in the first half of the year. The company, which specializes in composite materials, plans to expand its workforce from 5 to 20 employees within two years. Currently, it produces components for various industries, including space, defense, and automotive, and holds a significant stake in the Atlantic Spaceport Consortium for satellite launches.

Optimal Group is investing €1 million in a 300-square-meter boutique unit in Vila Nova de Gaia, Porto, dedicated to the space sector. Initial production is expected in the first half of the year, with plans to grow the team from 5 to 20 employees within two years.
The company, which specializes in composite materials, operates in various sectors including space, defense, and automotive. It also has a major stake in the Atlantic Spaceport Consortium (ASC) for satellite launches, with the first orbital flight scheduled for late 2026. The group generated €15 million in revenue last year and employs around 100 people across its operations.




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