Sonae is a multinational company managing a diversified portfolio of businesses in retail, financial services, technology, shopping centres and telecommunications. Present in over 80 countries and with about 40,000 employees, Sonae is recognized as a trusted organization worldwide and a contributor to a more prosperous, ethical and sustainable society. It has strong values, a responsible method and a very distinctive culture. To create economic and social value in the long run, taking the benefits of progress and innovation to an ever increasing number of people is the mission statement that it pledges before stakeholders.