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Richemont Launches First Technology Hub Outside Switzerland – in Lisbon!🚀

Richemont, the global luxury group behind brands like Cartier, Montblanc, and Van Cleef & Arpels, has officially opened its first tech hub outside Switzerland – right here in Lisbon.

Located at the Green Campus in Parque das Nações, the new Technology Competency Center is a strategic investment in talent and innovation, aiming to hire 400 professionals by 2028. With 100 already on board, the hub is set to become a key extension of the Geneva-based team, supporting Richemont’s global tech needs — from AI and cloud, to business apps and customer-facing platforms.

💡 Why Lisbon?

- Rich tech talent pool

- Strong innovation ecosystem

- Excellent English literacy

- Proven government & community support

- Long-term commitment to sustainable growth

As part of its mission, Richemont will also:

✅ Invest in training and upskilling

✅ Partner with universities, incubators, and startups

✅ Foster a thriving tech community in Portugal

This is more than just growth — it’s a clear signal of confidence in Lisbon as a European innovation powerhouse.

👏 Congratulations to Lucas De Gaulejac and the entire Richemont team for this exciting milestone!