MEO will move forward with a mobile network modernization program that includes 209 base stations and 727 network expansions throughout the region. Scheduled for completion in September 2027, the project will improve the quality, capacity, coverage, and availability of 4G and 5G networks in the Autonomous Region of Madeira, consolidating the company’s position as the leading driver of connectivity in Madeira.
“We believe that connectivity is essential to Madeira’s economic and social development, bringing people, businesses, and services closer together and creating the conditions for new growth opportunities. With this investment and by strengthening our cooperation with academic and regional institutions, we aim to contribute to a region that is more connected, innovative, and prepared for digital challenges, while simultaneously fostering local talent and skills,” emphasizes Ana Figueiredo, CEO of MEO.
Partnership with the University of Madeira Strengthens Training and Knowledge Sharing
The promotion of talent and digital skills was also a central focus of this visit. In this context, MEO signed cooperation agreements with the University of Madeira aimed at promoting curricular internships and developing joint training and capacity-building initiatives in strategic technology areas, bringing the academic community closer to the business community and creating new opportunities for young people in the region.
Regional Partnerships to Promote Digital Skills and Qualifications
The company also strengthened its ties to the regional innovation ecosystem by formalizing its re-entry into DTIM—the Regional Association for the Development of Information Technologies in Madeira—thereby deepening cooperation in areas such as digital literacy, technology education, innovation, and digital transformation.
The education and training of younger generations were also a priority, with support for the “Ponto e Vírgula” project, developed in partnership with theMadeira Regional Secretariatfor Education, Science, and Technology, which aims to promote creativity, critical thinking, and skills development among young people in Madeira.
Fundação MEO inaugurated "Espaço com Sentido," a space dedicated to inclusion
In the area of social responsibility and inclusion, a new “Espaço com Sentido” was inaugurated—an initiative of the “ Fundação MEO ” in collaboration with regional entities—that seeks to address the needs of people with complex communication difficulties by providing communication support equipment, specialized furniture, and training for professionals. The project, located at the Funchal Justice of the Peace Court, will become part of the National Network of “Espaços com Sentido.”
Connect Madeira 2026 Highlighted Solutions and Challenges in Digital Transformation
The itinerary also included Connect Madeira 2026, an event organized by the Madeira Business and Innovation Agency ( MEO Empresas ) and dedicated to the challenges and opportunities of digital transformation. The event brought together experts, companies, technology partners, public entities, international technology partners, and entrepreneurs from the region to discuss topics such as artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, the cloud, digital sovereignty, and innovation, promoting knowledge sharing and the presentation of technological solutions relevant to organizations.