{"id":8657,"date":"2026-06-29T22:26:02","date_gmt":"2026-06-29T22:26:02","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/lasso.pt\/sopsa-once-again-awarded-with-the-cotec-innovative-status\/"},"modified":"2026-06-30T13:44:47","modified_gmt":"2026-06-30T13:44:47","slug":"sopsa-once-again-awarded-with-the-cotec-innovative-status","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/lasso.pt\/en\/sopsa-once-again-awarded-with-the-cotec-innovative-status\/","title":{"rendered":"Sopsa once again awarded with the COTEC Innovative Status"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Sopsa Eco Innovation has once again been awarded the COTEC Innovative Status (Estatuto INOVADORA COTEC) for 2026\u2014a distinction granted by COTEC Portugal that recognizes domestic companies standing out for their innovation capacity, financial stability, and management quality.<\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This distinction reinforces Sopsa\u2019s position as a benchmark in developing innovative solutions for selective waste collection. It acknowledges the company&#8217;s work over recent years in creating products and services that contribute to cities that are more sustainable, efficient, and prepared for future environmental challenges.<\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">According to COTEC Portugal, the COTEC Innovative Status distinguishes companies that demonstrate the ability to combine sound financial stability, consistent investment in innovation capital, and high management standards\u2014factors that are crucial for increasing competitiveness and creating value.<\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This recognition stems from the company&#8217;s overall performance and the dedication of the entire Sopsa team, who work daily to develop innovative urban waste management solutions. Notable among these are the Lasso\u2122 underground and semi-underground container systems\u2014currently deployed in various municipalities both in Portugal and abroad\u2014which contribute to more efficient selective waste collection that integrates seamlessly into the urban landscape.<\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>&#8220;Receiving the COTEC Innovative Status again is a source of great pride for the entire team. This distinction recognizes not only the results achieved but also our ongoing commitment to innovation, sustainability, and the creation of solutions that meet the needs of municipalities and communities,&#8221;<\/strong> highlights Pedro Martins da Costa, CEO of Sopsa.&#13;\n&#13;\nThe renewal of this status confirms the company&#8217;s ability to innovate, grow, and create value sustainably, solidifying its position among the organizations that contribute most significantly to the dynamics of Portugal&#8217;s innovation economy.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Sopsa Eco Innovation has once again been awarded the COTEC Innovative Status (Estatuto INOVADORA COTEC) for 2026\u2014a distinction granted by COTEC Portugal that recognizes domestic companies standing out for their innovation capacity, financial stability, and management quality. 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