The new rental office in Lisbon, located near the Humberto Delgado International Airport, has officially opened and will offer a fleet of approximately 500 new vehicles equipped with the latest safety and comfort technologies.
Sicily by Car (SBC:IM), an independent Italian company listed on Euronext Growth Milan and one of the leading operators in short- and medium-term leisure car rental, announces the start of operations of its subsidiary “Sicily by Car Portugal LDA.”
The Lisbon rental office will have a fleet of around 500 vehicles, made up of new cars featuring the most recent safety and comfort technologies, with an optimal mix of brands and models to meet diverse mobility needs.
Strategically located in the Prior Velho area, just minutes from Humberto Delgado International Airport, the new branch covers more than 1,500 square meters and is equipped with all the services needed to offer a comprehensive and personalized experience. The facilities include a large parking area, a car wash zone, and administrative support offices.
Following the launch of its activity in the capital city Lisbon, the SBC Group’s goal is to expand into other key locations across the country, replicating the Italian model of a widespread presence in national and international airports and in cities with high tourist appeal.
Tommaso Dragotto, Chairman and CEO of Sicily by Car, said: “We are very pleased to announce the opening of our first branch in Portugal, with an initial presence in the capital and the objective of expanding throughout the territory alongside our local partner, Fluttering Village, Unipessoal LDA, which brings extensive expertise and deep knowledge of the region. We bring to the Portuguese car rental market our tradition of excellence and differentiated service, developed over more than 60 years of activity during which Sicily by Car has maintained a focus on innovation, service quality, and adapting to changes in the mobility sector. We continue to actively explore opportunities for growth across Europe, a strategy recently supported by new funding from Unicredit, Intesa Sanpaolo, and Cassa Depositi e Prestiti.”