Tema JRA: MISSÕES

A comeback to the past

A comeback to the past

The cork oak forests are located essentially in the Ribatejo and Alentejo regions. The Municipality of Coruche is the World Capital of Cork.

Behind the giant of cork in the world

Behind the giant of cork in the world

The biggest cork exporter in the world, Amorim Cork produces 50% of the world’s cork. The company was founded in 1870 and became internationally known in 1960. One of the units – Amorim Florestal , located in Coruche deals particular with the raw material, its selection and preparation. They procuce 5000 bottle stopperspers per day.