Oliveira enjoys a long and distinguished history as a leading steel wire rope manufacturer, producing both steel and fiber ropes in Portugal since 1825. For nearly two centuries, the company has continued to grow, innovate, and serve critical global markets including fishing, marine, crane, and offshore applications.
In 2010, Oliveira became part of WireCo WorldGroup, joining a family of respected industry brands and expanding the range of value-added products available within the WireCo portfolio. As a global manufacturing and technical leader, WireCo provides a consultative approach—offering customers a single, reliable source for application-specific solutions, budget-aligned options, and expert guidance that enhances long-term value.
Oliveira maintains a broad portfolio of proven products known for performance and durability. For crane operators seeking dependable, high-performing wire ropes, Oliveira offers solutions that meet and often exceed industry standards.
All high-performance steel wire ropes are produced at Oliveira’s ISO 9001-certified Maia facility, located just minutes from the Oporto airport. With approximately 250 highly skilled employees, advanced equipment, and a state-of-the-art laboratory, Oliveira continues to engineer new wire rope technologies to meet the most demanding applications.
Oliveira is an active member of the following associations:
- AICR (Portugal)
- EUROCORD (European Association of Synthetic Rope Producers)
- EWIRS (European Federation of Wire Rope Industries)