Innovation and Resilience in the Portuguese Footwear Sector

In the recent SIC Notícias report on the Portuguese footwear sector, it was revealed that although the sector is facing a drop in exports, there is growing optimism about the future, especially for the year 2025.

The FFI Group , as a partner in the FAIST project, welcomed the SIC Notícias team to its facilities to present the technological development present in its industrial park and for our CEO, Fernando Ferro, to give his contribution through an interview.

We stand out as a leading group in this transformation, integrating automation and artificial intelligence into its production processes as a result of the synergy between companies in the group. This commitment to modernization not only strengthens our position in the market, but also creates significant value for our partners and customers.

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The result of a partnership between Fernando Ferro & Irmão and DCSI (an FFI group company), we have implemented industrial automation solutions that not only increase the efficiency of our processes, but also improve the quality of the end products. This automation is essential for responding quickly to market demands, allowing us to adapt to changes and maximize productivity, which is crucial in a challenging environment.

TECHLASTS

In addition, Techlasts (a Fernando Ferro & Irmão, SA. brand) stands out for its development of high-precision molds and shapes, providing added value to footwear companies. By offering customized and innovative moulds, we help our partners to produce footwear with superior design and functionality, increasing the competitiveness of Portuguese footwear on the international market.

WATCH THE REPORT

To better understand the context of the sector and how Fernando Ferro & Irmão is contributing to its modernization, we invite you to watch the full report via the following link, starting at minute 5:50: SIC Notícias - Portuguese Footwear.

At this challenging time, we believe that innovation and resilience are fundamental to the success of the footwear sector, and we are committed to leading this positive transformation.