Sustainability and Industrial Innovation
Although there is not yet autonomous legislation in Portugal regarding PDPs, the country aligns itself with the European strategy under the European Green Deal and the new Ecodesign for Sustainable Products Regulation (ESPR), which foresees the mandatory adoption of PDPs for priority categories such as batteries, textiles, and electronics starting in 2027.
Portugal has integrated PDPs into its National Digital Strategy and the 2025–2026 Action Plan, thereby promoting industry digitization and reinforcing the circular economy. The Compete 2030 platform also identifies PDPs as a transformative tool for sustainability and innovation, encouraging their adoption by Portuguese companies.
How Portuguese Companies Can Begin
Companies in Portugal can start implementing PDPs through pilot projects, leveraging existing digital infrastructures such as ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning) systems and PLM (Product Lifecycle Management) systems. Collaboration with suppliers and the use of digital identifiers like QR codes are fundamental steps to ensure traceability, transparency, and compliance with future regulatory requirements.
Strategic Benefits
- Regulatory compliance with the Green Deal and future European legislation;
- Competitive advantage through traceability and transparency;
- Promotion of the circular economy and sustainable innovation;
- Preparation for a new era of industry focused on people, sustainability, and digital resilience.
The Product Digital Passports are not merely a legal requirement—they are a strategic lever to strengthen the competitiveness, innovation, and sustainability of the Portuguese industry. Starting this process now ensures a smarter, more transparent, and resilient future.
The Commercial Law Department at Belzuz Abogados, S.L.P. is available to provide any clarifications or specialized advice on these matters.