BAE Ventures and Fundación Metrópoli Unite for Smart City Innovation

BAE Ventures, a leading Venture Capital firm in the Travel and Tourism Sector, and Fundación Metrópoli, a globally recognized institution in smart city innovation, have announced a groundbreaking partnership. The official establishment of this alliance was commemorated with a ceremony held at the FLH Hotel Memoria in Lisbon.

This strategic collaboration brings together BAE Ventures' financial and innovation expertise in the travel and tourism sector with Fundación Metropoli's specialized knowledge in sustainable urban planning. The partnership aims to foster the development of innovative solutions for smart cities worldwide, contributing to the creation of futuristic urban landscapes.

Henrique Veiga, representing BAE Ventures, commented on the partnership: “At BAE Ventures, we recognize the critical role that the travel and tourism value chain plays in shaping the future of cities around the globe. This collaboration represents a significant step in our commitment to invest in and develop innovative solutions that not only enhance the tourism experience but also address the complex challenges faced by urban centres today. By combining our expertise in venture capital and innovation within the tourism sector with Fundación Metrópoli's profound knowledge of smart city design and sustainable urban solutions, we are poised to create sustainable and impactful change in cities worldwide.”

Alfonso Vegara from Fundación Metrópoli also shared: “We are excited to embark on this journey with BAE Ventures. This partnership marks a milestone in our efforts to reimagine and reinvent the metropolis. Fundación Metrópoli has always been at the forefront of smart city innovation, and by joining forces with BAE Ventures, we are enhancing our capability to develop sustainable and resilient urban solutions. Together, we are not just aiming to address the new challenges of the metropolis but also to set new standards for livable, dynamic cities that can adapt and thrive in a rapidly evolving global landscape."

Henrique Veiga and Alfonso Vegara, have expressed their commitment to this joint venture, which promises to be a milestone in urban development and smart city innovation.