DouroAzul recognized with the INOVADORA COTEC 2025 Status
DouroAzul has been awarded the INOVADORA COTEC 2025 Status, a certification that publicly recognizes Portuguese companies with high standards of innovation, financial soundness, and sustained economic performance.
This seal, granted by COTEC Portugal in partnership with several financial institutions, is a mark of excellence within the national business ecosystem. In 2025, only a select group of companies, from over 1,500 applicants, received this distinction, and DouroAzul is proud to be among them.
For DouroAzul, this recognition confirms a clear vision: innovation is a mindset, not a one-time achievement. It is a continuous process that runs through all areas of the company, from nautical operations to onboard hospitality, from digital transformation to sustainable practices. We believe that true tourism excellence is only possible with environmental and social responsibility. This commitment is especially meaningful on the Douro River, a natural and cultural heritage we are proud to protect and celebrate every day.
Above all, this recognition reflects the hard work and dedication of our teams, the people who challenge boundaries, bring new ideas, and help build the DouroAzul of the future.
The INOVADORA COTEC 2025 Status reinforces DouroAzul’s position as a leading company in river tourism in Portugal, with a clear commitment to innovation, the Douro, and people.
