Who we are
Our history
We have maintained the same passion since 1979, which has characterized and distinguished us over 3 generations and the dream of achieving new business opportunities. We seek to establish relationships of trust and solidity with our clients, always focusing on areas such as quality, social inclusion and sustainability.
1979
Incorporation of J.A. Beira, Lda
1982
Start of exports to France, to the company GERFRAN, SA
1983
Start of exports to the United Kingdom, through Rankin Brothers & Sons
1984
J.A. Beira takes over the company Arnaldo Soares & Calheiros, Lda., in Vila Nova de Gaia, which allows the production and transformation of natural cork stoppers
1993
Move to the current premises
2001
Acquisition of equipment to start producing plastic capsules
2011
Creation of the Premium Series® brand and department, dedicated to the production of luxury products
2020
Entry into the US market
2022
Installation of photovoltaic panels with a production capacity of 193 kWh
Our Values
QUALITY
DEDICATION
TRUST
EXCELLENCE
INNOVATION
SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY
Quality
DEDICATION
TRUST
Excellence
Innovation
Social Responsibility
Mission
Our mission is to develop solutions for cork stoppers and derivatives, focused on customer needs, with professionalism and in a differentiating way. Always with respect for the environment and constantly seeking to improve performance and the sustained development of operations.
Vision
Our vision is to be a useful company in the market for cork stoppers, namely capsulated products, maintaining a strategy of growth and internationalization, always taking into account the inherent social responsibility.