The Polytechnic of Viseu granted STAR the right to surface an area of ​​8500 m2 on the IPV Campus, lasting 40 years. In this space, a structure will be built to support the activities of the STAR Institute, a Technology and Innovation Center. This project aims to boost research and technological innovation activities, with the aim of attracting and retaining young talent in the region, thus strengthening companies' responsiveness.

It should be noted that the majority of this investment is made within the scope of the PRR, through the GreenAuto Agenda.