PEN‑X Lab is a three‑month program where startups co‑create real pilots with companies to tackle challenges in the Twin Transition, focusing on Talent & Workforce, Sustainability, Digital Transformation, and New Markets. It offers matchmaking with companies ready to test solutions, a Pilot Grant of up to 30,000€, and dedicated support from the Associação Empresarial de Penafiel. The program targets startups with developed or near‑final MVPs, providing mentorship, validation in real business environments, access to prototyping and industrial spaces, and opportunities for partnerships and market expansion, all structured around a clear timeline from applications to Pitch Day.