Home Certifications Contact Us MENU SEARCH Home - Company - History History Oliveira enjoys a rich history in the manufacturing of fiber and steel wire ropes in Portugal. Founded in 1825, the company continues to grow and innovate today serving fishing, marine, crane and offshore markets around the world. In 2010, WireCo WorldGroup acquired Oliveira joining its family of brands which adds numerous value added products to the WireCo portfolio. WireCo WorldGroup, a global manufacturing and technical leader in its industry, provides a consultative selling approach to offer customers a single, reliable source for solutions that fit their specific application and budget needs as well as education and expertise that enhances value. For customers in the fishing industry, requiring longer service life and fast response, Oliveira offers globally in stock, customized products specifically tailored to the application. In the synthetic rope market, Oliveira offers a broad portfolio of proven products that perform well and provide solid value. For crane users seeking good performance, Oliveira offers ropes that perform above standards. Oliveira's ISO 9001 certified Maia plant is located five minutes from Oporto's airport, produces all of our high performance steel wire ropes. With about 250 highly-skilled employees, well-equipped facilities and a state-of-the-art laboratory, Oliveira continues to develop new products to meet your most demanding applications. Oliveira is a member of the following Associations: AICR (In Portugal) EUROCORD (European Association of synthetic rope producers) EWIRS (European Federation of Wire Rope Industries) TECHNICAL RESOURCES CONNECT WITH A DISTRIBUTOR NEAR YOU WIRECO NEWS The WireCo WorldGroup is Offering Incredible Career Opportunities With nearly 4,000 employees worldwide, WireCo WorldGroup is a great place for you to build a rewarding career. Our professionals enjoy the opportunities of a global manufacturing and distribution leader as well as a culture of open communication, professional growth, and friendly camaraderie that fosters innovation and problem solving. VIEW OPPORTUNITIES HERE! This company has a Digital Complaints Book Socialize With Us! A WireCo® WorldGroup Brand © 2021 WireCo® WorldGroup. All Rights Reserved. | Imprint | Warranty & Warning | Privacy | Terms & Conditions | By Foremost Media® | Login For detailed information about the use of cookies on this website, please refer to ourPrivacy Statement