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World's largest button manufacturer invests in new unit in Famalicão
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World's largest button manufacturer invests in new unit in Famalicão

Jornal de Negócios9 September 2026 at 16:00

Louropel, a Portuguese family-rooted company based in Vila Nova de Famalicão, is considered the world's largest button manufacturer. The company produces between 10 to 14 million buttons daily, which gives it a leadership position in the sector worldwide.

The company is investing in a new industrial unit in Famalicão, aiming to expand its operations. This expansion is particularly aimed at strengthening its ecological product line, which already represents a quarter of the company's total production.

Louropel is a 100% Portuguese company, which makes its position as the world's largest button manufacturer a significant milestone for the national industry. The investment now announced demonstrates the company's continued commitment to growth and sustainability.

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