{"id":1028,"date":"2026-07-13T10:37:13","date_gmt":"2026-07-13T10:37:13","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.labfit.pt\/hprd\/?p=1028"},"modified":"2026-08-25T15:16:54","modified_gmt":"2026-08-25T15:16:54","slug":"semifinalists-internationalization","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.labfit.pt\/hprd\/2026\/07\/13\/semifinalists-internationalization\/","title":{"rendered":"Innovation in Internationalization Award | COTEC"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Labfit &amp; Pharmapoli recognized as semifinalist for the Innovation in Internationalization Award<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">At <strong>Labfit &amp; Pharmapoli<\/strong>, innovation has always been more than a strategic objective. It is a mindset that drives the way we develop solutions, build partnerships, and expand our presence across global markets. Today, we are proud to share an important milestone in our journey: we have<strong> been recognized as a semifinalist for the <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/pii.cotec.pt\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Innovation in Internationalization Award<\/strong>.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This recognition reflects our ongoing commitment to developing innovative products and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.labfit.pt\/hprd\/our-services\/\">services<\/a> while successfully extending our expertise beyond national borders. Being selected among a distinguished group of companies is both an honour and a testament to the dedication of our team, partners, and clients who contribute daily to our growth and international success.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Building global partnerships through expertise<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Internationalization is about much more than entering new markets. It requires understanding cultural differences, navigating regulatory landscapes, and developing products that respond to local consumer preferences while maintaining the highest standards of quality and safety.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">One of Labfit&#8217;s key strengths lies in its ability to provide comprehensive support to brands looking to launch or expand internationally. Through our expertise in contract manufacturing and private label development, we help partners transform ideas into market-ready products with efficiency and confidence.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Our multidisciplinary teams work closely with clients at every stage of the development process, ensuring that formulations, packaging, claims, and regulatory requirements are aligned with the expectations of each target market.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This collaborative approach has allowed us to establish lasting relationships with companies around the world and has been instrumental in our international growth journey.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">The role of research and development<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Research and development remains a cornerstone of our international strategy. Innovation is not limited to product creation; it also involves identifying emerging trends, integrating new technologies, and anticipating the future needs of consumers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Our R&amp;D teams constantly explore opportunities in areas such as sustainable ingredients, advanced formulation technologies, multifunctional products, and consumer-driven innovations. By remaining at the forefront of scientific and market developments, we can deliver solutions that help our partners differentiate themselves in competitive markets.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Furthermore, innovation enables us to respond more effectively to global challenges and create products that combine performance, safety, and sustainability.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Recognition through the Innovation in Internationalization Award highlights the importance of investing in knowledge, technology, and continuous improvement as key drivers of international success.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">A collective achievement<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">While awards and recognitions are important milestones, they are ultimately the result of collective effort. This achievement belongs to every member of the Labfit team whose expertise, dedication, and passion contribute to our mission every day.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It also reflects the trust placed in us by our clients and partners. Their confidence inspires us to continuously raise our standards, explore new opportunities, and deliver innovative solutions that create value across the entire product lifecycle.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The recognition as a semifinalist reinforces our belief that sustainable international growth is built through collaboration, trust, and an unwavering commitment to quality.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Looking ahead<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Being selected as a semifinalist is an exciting moment, but it is also a reminder that our journey continues. The global marketplace presents endless opportunities for innovation, and we remain focused on strengthening our international presence while delivering excellence in every project we undertake.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">As we move forward, Labfit will continue investing in research, advanced manufacturing capabilities, regulatory expertise, and strategic partnerships that support our vision for international growth.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We see this recognition not as a destination but as encouragement to continue pushing boundaries, developing innovative solutions, and contributing to the success of brands worldwide.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Thank You<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We would like to extend our sincere gratitude to everyone who has been part of this journey: our employees, clients, partners, suppliers, and collaborators. Your support and trust have played a vital role in helping us reach this milestone.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Being recognized as a semifinalist for the Innovation in Internationalization Award is a proud achievement, and we are excited about the opportunities that lie ahead.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Together, we will continue to innovate, grow, and bring Portuguese expertise to the global stage.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The journey continues.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>This recognition reflects our ongoing commitment to developing innovative solutions and successfully expanding into global markets.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":1029,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"saved_in_kubio":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[11],"tags":[21,19,20,18],"class_list":["post-1028","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-achievement","tag-award","tag-innovation","tag-internationalization","tag-semifinalists"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.labfit.pt\/hprd\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/1028","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.labfit.pt\/hprd\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.labfit.pt\/hprd\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.labfit.pt\/hprd\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.labfit.pt\/hprd\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=1028"}],"version-history":[{"count":6,"href":"https:\/\/www.labfit.pt\/hprd\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/1028\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":1174,"href":"https:\/\/www.labfit.pt\/hprd\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/1028\/revisions\/1174"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.labfit.pt\/hprd\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/1029"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.labfit.pt\/hprd\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=1028"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.labfit.pt\/hprd\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=1028"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.labfit.pt\/hprd\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=1028"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}