CRESPI GROUP


Established in 1936, Crespi Group has become an international reality with about 1500 emplyees and production units in Italy, Poland, China and Brazil.

Crespi Group is divided in several companies dealing with different business: synthetic materials, PU foam, Advanced Textile Technology and health-care. Creation, innovation and a clear strategic vision enabled the Group to expand the sales of a very wide range of materials for upholstery, shoes, leathergoods, garment, building, medical sector and household products in more than 80 countries allover the world.

The result of continuous commitment in the research of new technologies and the ability to provide the market with innovations are key factors for the growth and the success of the Crespi Group.

COMPANY STRUCTURE

HISTORY


  • 1936 Giovanni Crespi S.n.c. was founded by Mr. Giovanni Crespi and his nephew Mr. Bruno Crespi.
  • 1953 Crespi became a joint stock company; their own activity was the production of synthetic leather.
  • 1964 Orsa S.p.A. was founded and started the production of PU foam.
  • 1981 G. Crespi opened the new production unit in Buscate (Milano).
  • 1987 So.pa.f. becomes shareholders of Giovanni Crespi S.p.A.
  • 1988/1994 Among 1987 and 1994 the Group acquired seven companies, four of them in 1991.
  • 1992/1995 New production invenstment in Poland.
  • 1995 Orsa Srl got ISO 9001:2000 certification for quality system.
  • 1995 Crespi was listed in Italian Stock Exchange.
  • 1997 Starting of the Chinese Joint Venture (Crespi Beijing).
  • 1998 Acquisition of ITS Artea (Crespi/ITS Artea).
  • 1999 Orsa Foam S.p.A. got ISO 9001:2000 certification for quality system.
  • 2000/2002 New plant for production of PU foam South Italy. Starting producion of synthetic leather in Crespi Do Brasil.
  • 2002/2004 New plant in Pisticci for the production of non woven fabrics.
  • 2005 Orsa Foam S.p.A. got ISO 14001 certification for quality system.
  • 2005 Giovanni Crespi S.p.A. got ISO 9001:2000 certification for quality system.

WINNING STRATEGIES


Giovanni Crespi SpA is oriented to invest in new technologies thanks to the significative synergies inside the Group. The Company philosophy essential guidelines are:
  • Innovation growth.
  • Quality and production efficiency.
  • Ability to manage different market needs.
  • Wide choice of products constantly updated.