Costa Nova

The COSTA NOVA Industria Group

The COSTA NOVA Industria Group traces its roots back to Grestel - Produtos Cerâmicos, established in 1998 and located in Vagos, Portugal. Grestel has been committed to crafting high-quality stoneware tableware, ovenware, and serving accessories for more than 25 years.

Today, the COSTA NOVA Industria Group has achieved global recognition as a leading Portuguese stoneware manufacturer, overseeing a portfolio of four factories (Grestel 1, Grestel 2, Grestel 3, and the latest addition in 2023, Ecogres), and managing two distinguished brands - COSTA NOVA and Casafina by COSTA NOVA.

The company is also involved in Private Label, producing tableware for renowned international brands.

Its products are sold on all five continents and are showcased in some of the world's most prestigious stores and hotels. Between 85 and 90% of the production is intended for export, with the United States serving as the primary market.  

What makes us different? 

• Raw material

  Made from the best natural resources in Portugal.
  Local clays - Kaolin, Feldspar and Silica. 

  • Single firing system heated up to 1180°C/ 2160°F

    Unique ceramic body. Totally vitrified.
    Highly resistant to both thermal and mechanical shocks. 

    • Oven, microwave, freezer and dishwasher safe

      It withstands temperatures from - 20°C to 250°C. 

      • Food safe

        All products comply with the International Standards concerning to lead and cadmium. They are food safe.