Maestro Knitting Portugal
Maestro Knitting Portugal
Maestro Knitting Portugal
Maestro Knitting Portugal
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Rooted in one of Europe’s most established textile regions, Maestro Portugal embodies a deep heritage of craftsmanship combined with advanced flat-knitting expertise. The site delivers a comprehensive range of capabilities, spanning multiple gauges and techniques to meet highly technical knitwear demands.
Operating as a hub for innovation, the facility continuously explores new yarns, constructions, and processes. It serves as a creative testing ground where ideas are translated into refined prototypes, supporting both experimentation and product evolution.
Driven by precision, flexibility, and close collaboration, the team partners with brands to bring concepts to life, from initial development to final samples, ensuring consistency and a high level of craftsmanship across every collection.
Year founded
2021
Core activity
Development and production
Team
35
gauge
1.5 to 20GG
technical ressources
10 STOLL CMS & ADF
sampling model
In-house sampling
production capacity
100,000 pcs/year
Signature capability
Fine-gauge precision
lead times
6-8 weeks
maestro
Rooted in one of Europe’s most established textile regions, Maestro Portugal embodies a deep heritage of craftsmanship combined with advanced flat-knitting expertise. The site delivers a comprehensive range of capabilities, spanning multiple gauges and techniques to meet highly technical knitwear demands.
Operating as a hub for innovation, the facility continuously explores new yarns, constructions, and processes. It serves as a creative testing ground where ideas are translated into refined prototypes, supporting both experimentation and product evolution.
Driven by precision, flexibility, and close collaboration, the team partners with brands to bring concepts to life, from initial development to final samples, ensuring consistency and a high level of craftsmanship across every collection.
Year
founded
2021
Core
activity
Development and production
Team
35
gauge
1.5 to 20GG
Technical
Ressources
10 STOLL CMS & ADF
Sampling
model
In-house sampling
Production
Capacity
100,000 pcs/year
Production
capability
Fine-gauge precision
Average
lead times
6-8 weeks
maestro
Rooted in one of Europe’s most established textile regions, Maestro Portugal embodies a deep heritage of craftsmanship combined with advanced flat-knitting expertise. The site delivers a comprehensive range of capabilities, spanning multiple gauges and techniques to meet highly technical knitwear demands.
Operating as a hub for innovation, the facility continuously explores new yarns, constructions, and processes. It serves as a creative testing ground where ideas are translated into refined prototypes, supporting both experimentation and product evolution.
Driven by precision, flexibility, and close collaboration, the team partners with brands to bring concepts to life, from initial development to final samples, ensuring consistency and a high level of craftsmanship across every collection.
Year founded
2021
core Activity
Development and production
Team
35
gauge
1.5 to 20GG
technical ressources
10 STOLL CMS & ADF
Sampling model
In-house sampling
production capacity
100,000 pcs/year
signature capability
Fine-gauge precision
lead times
6-8 weeks
maestro
Rooted in one of Europe’s most established textile regions, Maestro Portugal embodies a deep heritage of craftsmanship combined with advanced flat-knitting expertise. The site delivers a comprehensive range of capabilities, spanning multiple gauges and techniques to meet highly technical knitwear demands.
Operating as a hub for innovation, the facility continuously explores new yarns, constructions, and processes. It serves as a creative testing ground where ideas are translated into refined prototypes, supporting both experimentation and product evolution.
Driven by precision, flexibility, and close collaboration, the team partners with brands to bring concepts to life, from initial development to final samples, ensuring consistency and a high level of craftsmanship across every collection.
Year
founded
2021
Main
activity
Development and production
Number of
employees
35
gauge
1.5 to 20GG
Main
markets
10 STOLL CMS & ADF
Number of
machines
In-house sampling
Sampling c
apacity
100,000 pcs/year
Production
capacity
Fine-gauge precision
Average
lead times
6-8 weeks
Fine gauge precision and intricate technical knitwear
Full-Cycle Knitwear Production
Complete knitwear development and manufacturing, from sampling to finishing, managed through an integrated and quality-driven workflow.
Sampling & Prototyping
Fast and precise sample development, enabling efficient collaboration, technical validation, and product refinement before production.
Fully Fashioned Knitwear
Advanced knit-to-shape construction that delivers superior fit, reduced waste, and premium garment finishing.
Jacquard & Intarsia Expertise
Specialized development of complex jacquard and multi-colour intarsia designs, creating distinctive and highly technical knitwear.
Fine Gauge Knitting
Expertise in refined fine-gauge constructions using premium yarns and advanced knitting techniques for luxury garments.
Yarn Sourcing Expertise
Extensive yarn library and industry knowledge, providing guidance on yarn selection, innovations, and sourcing opportunities.
Pattern Making & Fit Engineering
Close collaboration between pattern makers, programmers, and technicians to ensure perfect fit, balance, and technical execution.
Washing & Finishing Expertise
Mastery of washing, finishing, and special treatments for luxury fibres, including cashmere, silk, merino wool, and felted effects.
Woven & Knit Combinations
Ability to seamlessly combine woven fabrics with knitwear for innovative and sophisticated product developments.
Embellishment Techniques (added value)
Access to a wide range of decorative techniques including hand and machine embroidery, printing, embossing and lasering.
Fine gauge precision and intricate technical knitwear
Full-Cycle Knitwear Production
Complete knitwear development and manufacturing, from sampling to finishing, managed through an integrated and quality-driven workflow.
Sampling & Prototyping
Fast and precise sample development, enabling efficient collaboration, technical validation, and product refinement before production.
Fully Fashioned Knitwear
Advanced knit-to-shape construction that delivers superior fit, reduced waste, and premium garment finishing.
Jacquard & Intarsia Expertise
Specialized development of complex jacquard and multi-colour intarsia designs, creating distinctive and highly technical knitwear.
Fine Gauge Knitting
Expertise in refined fine-gauge constructions using premium yarns and advanced knitting techniques for luxury garments.
Yarn Sourcing Expertise
Extensive yarn library and industry knowledge, providing guidance on yarn selection, innovations, and sourcing opportunities.
Pattern Making & Fit Engineering
Close collaboration between pattern makers, programmers, and technicians to ensure perfect fit, balance, and technical execution.
Washing & Finishing Expertise
Mastery of washing, finishing, and special treatments for luxury fibres, including cashmere, silk, merino wool, and felted effects.
Woven & Knit Combinations
Ability to seamlessly combine woven fabrics with knitwear for innovative and sophisticated product developments.
Embellishment Techniques (added value)
Access to a wide range of decorative techniques including hand and machine embroidery, printing, embossing and lasering.
Fine gauge precision and intricate technical knitwear
Full-Cycle Knitwear Production
Complete knitwear development and manufacturing, from sampling to finishing, managed through an integrated and quality-driven workflow.
Sampling & Prototyping
Fast and precise sample development, enabling efficient collaboration, technical validation, and product refinement before production.
Fully Fashioned Knitwear
Advanced knit-to-shape construction that delivers superior fit, reduced waste, and premium garment finishing.
Jacquard & Intarsia Expertise
Specialized development of complex jacquard and multi-colour intarsia designs, creating distinctive and highly technical knitwear.
Fine Gauge Knitting
Expertise in refined fine-gauge constructions using premium yarns and advanced knitting techniques for luxury garments.
Yarn Sourcing Expertise
Extensive yarn library and industry knowledge, providing guidance on yarn selection, innovations, and sourcing opportunities.
Pattern Making & Fit Engineering
Close collaboration between pattern makers, programmers, and technicians to ensure perfect fit, balance, and technical execution.
Washing & Finishing Expertise
Mastery of washing, finishing, and special treatments for luxury fibres, including cashmere, silk, merino wool, and felted effects.
Woven & Knit Combinations
Ability to seamlessly combine woven fabrics with knitwear for innovative and sophisticated product developments.
Embellishment Techniques (added value)
Access to a wide range of decorative techniques including hand and machine embroidery, printing, embossing and lasering.
Fine gauge precision and intricate technical knitwear
Sampling & Prototyping
Fast and precise sample development, enabling efficient collaboration, technical validation, and product refinement before production.
Fully Fashioned Knitwear
Advanced knit-to-shape construction that delivers superior fit, reduced waste, and premium garment finishing.
Fine Gauge Knitting
Expertise in refined fine-gauge constructions using premium yarns and advanced knitting techniques for luxury garments.
Yarn Sourcing Expertise
Extensive yarn library and industry knowledge, providing guidance on yarn selection, innovations, and sourcing opportunities.
Pattern Making & Fit Engineering
Close collaboration between pattern makers, programmers, and technicians to ensure perfect fit, balance, and technical execution.
Washing & Finishing Expertise
Mastery of washing, finishing, and special treatments for luxury fibres, including cashmere, silk, merino wool, and felted effects.
Woven & Knit Combinations
Ability to seamlessly combine woven fabrics with knitwear for innovative and sophisticated product developments.
Embellishment Techniques (added value)
Access to a wide range of decorative techniques including hand and machine embroidery, printing, embossing and lasering.
A connected knitwear manufacturing network across Europe and Asia
maestro
Research and Haute Couture
Maestro Lab and Italy lead our research and haute couture work, stitch research, tailor-made development and complex intarsia, combining Paris R&D with 60 years of Italian craftsmanship.
Luxury European Production
Portugal and Bulgaria deliver complementary luxury European production. Portugal for fine-gauge precision up to 20GG, Bulgaria for chunky and seamless knits, both with technical sampling and consistent quality.
Industrial Scale and Added Value
China extends the Group's technical range through industrial scale, a trusted partner network and added-value techniques such as intarsia, jacquard, embroidery, printing, dyeing and hand applications.
A connected knitwear manufacturing network across Europe and Asia
maestro
Research and Haute Couture
Maestro Lab and Italy lead our research and haute couture work, stitch research, tailor-made development and complex intarsia, combining Paris R&D with 60 years of Italian craftsmanship.
Luxury European Production
Portugal and Bulgaria deliver complementary luxury European production. Portugal for fine-gauge precision up to 20GG, Bulgaria for chunky and seamless knits, both with technical sampling and consistent quality.
Industrial Scale and Added Value
China extends the Group's technical range through industrial scale, a trusted partner network and added-value techniques such as intarsia, jacquard, embroidery, printing, dyeing and hand applications.
A connected knitwear manufacturing network across Europe and Asia
maestro
Research and Haute Couture
Maestro Lab and Italy lead our research and haute couture work, stitch research, tailor-made development and complex intarsia, combining Paris R&D with 60 years of Italian craftsmanship.
Luxury European Production
Portugal and Bulgaria deliver complementary luxury European production. Portugal for fine-gauge precision up to 20GG, Bulgaria for chunky and seamless knits, both with technical sampling and consistent quality.
Industrial Scale and Added Value
China extends the Group's technical range through industrial scale, a trusted partner network and added-value techniques such as intarsia, jacquard, embroidery, printing, dyeing and hand applications.
A connected knitwear manufacturing network across Europe and Asia
maestro
Research and Haute Couture
Maestro Lab and Italy lead our research and haute couture work, stitch research, tailor-made development and complex intarsia, combining Paris R&D with 60 years of Italian craftsmanship.
Luxury European Production
Portugal and Bulgaria deliver complementary luxury European production. Portugal for fine-gauge precision up to 20GG, Bulgaria for chunky and seamless knits, both with technical sampling and consistent quality.
Industrial Scale and Added Value
China extends the Group's technical range through industrial scale, a trusted partner network and added-value techniques such as intarsia, jacquard, embroidery, printing, dyeing and hand applications.
Committed to responsible sourcing, traceability, and ethical manufacturing
01
SMETA
Sedex Members Ethical Trade Audit
Ethical Manufacturing & Responsible Workplace SMETA audits assess labour conditions, health and safety, environmental practices, and business ethics, supporting responsible and transparent manufacturing operations.
02
RWS
03
RAS
04
RMS
05
Sustainability Initiatives
Committed to responsible sourcing, traceability, and ethical manufacturing
01
SMETA
Sedex Members Ethical Trade Audit
Ethical Manufacturing & Responsible Workplace SMETA audits assess labour conditions, health and safety, environmental practices, and business ethics, supporting responsible and transparent manufacturing operations.
02
RWS
03
RAS
04
RMS
05
Sustainability Initiatives
Committed to responsible sourcing, traceability, and ethical manufacturing
01
SMETA
Sedex Members Ethical Trade Audit
Ethical Manufacturing & Responsible Workplace SMETA audits assess labour conditions, health and safety, environmental practices, and business ethics, supporting responsible and transparent manufacturing operations.
02
RWS
03
RAS
04
RMS
05
Sustainability Initiatives
Committed to responsible sourcing, traceability, and ethical manufacturing
01
SMETA
Sedex Members Ethical Trade Audit
Ethical Manufacturing & Responsible Workplace SMETA audits assess labour conditions, health and safety, environmental practices, and business ethics, supporting responsible and transparent manufacturing operations.
02
RWS
03
RAS
04
RMS
05
Sustainability Initiatives
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Rua Joaquim Gonçalves 130, Silvares, Braga 4835-428
Afonso Duarte
General manager
Contact
Get in touch to start your next knitwear project
Rua Joaquim Gonçalves 130, Silvares, Braga 4835-428
Afonso Duarte
General manager
Contact
Get in touch to start your next knitwear project
Rua Joaquim Gonçalves 130, Silvares, Braga 4835-428
Afonso Duarte
General manager
Contact
Get in touch to start your next knitwear project
Rua Joaquim Gonçalves 130, Silvares, Braga 4835-428
Afonso Duarte
General manager
contact
14 rue Solleillet, 75020 Paris, France
Via IV Novembre, n.26 36050 Montorso Vicentino, Italy
130 Rua Joaquim Gonçalves 4835-428 Guimarães, Portugal
3, St. L. Kostov street, Promishlena zona Hladilnika, 1407 Sofia, Bulgaria
San You Road 18, Building Nr. 1, 3rd Floor, Pujiang Town, Minhang District, 201114 Shanghai, China
contact
14 rue Solleillet, 75020 Paris, France
Via IV Novembre, n.26 36050 Montorso Vicentino, Italy
130 Rua Joaquim Gonçalves 4835-428 Guimarães, Portugal
3, St. L. Kostov street, Promishlena zona Hladilnika, 1407 Sofia, Bulgaria
San You Road 18, Building Nr. 1, 3rd Floor, Pujiang Town, Minhang District, 201114 Shanghai, China
contact
14 rue Solleillet, 75020 Paris, France
Via IV Novembre, n.26 36050 Montorso Vicentino, Italy
130 Rua Joaquim Gonçalves 4835-428 Guimarães, Portugal
3, St. L. Kostov street, Promishlena zona Hladilnika, 1407 Sofia, Bulgaria
San You Road 18, Building Nr. 1, 3rd Floor, Pujiang Town, Minhang District, 201114 Shanghai, China
contact
14 rue Solleillet, 75020 Paris, France
Via IV Novembre, n.26 36050 Montorso Vicentino, Italy
130 Rua Joaquim Gonçalves 4835-428 Guimarães, Portugal
3, St. L. Kostov street, Promishlena zona Hladilnika, 1407 Sofia, Bulgaria
San You Road 18, Building Nr. 1, 3rd Floor, Pujiang Town, Minhang District, 201114 Shanghai, China