SUSTAINABILITY REPORT 2021
SUSTAINABILITY REPORT 2021
Main Highlights
Portobello
Portobello
America
Portobello
Internationalization
In 2021, the Board of Directors approved US$ 160
million for the construction of the factory in Baxter
(Tennessee), which will occupy an area of 83,000 m²
(893,000 ft²), will have a capacity of 7.2 million m2 per
year will expand the group's production by 15% - and
will start operating in 2023. The region is considered a
national pole in the manufacture of ceramic tiles, due
to the existence of deposits of clay and feldspar. The
enterprise will generate 220 direct jobs and will have
annual revenue of over US$ 150 million.
Retail expansion
Portobello Shop sales increased by 60.6% in the
year. This result reflects the organic growth of the
market, the opening of stores and the entry into
other businesses, such as Lastras (larger pieces
that allow innovative applications, such as in
facades) and complete solutions. The company
closed the year with 138 stores, 18 of which are
owned and 120 franchises -compared to 136
units in 2020. The investment plan provides for the
continuity of store expansion.
Operational efficiency gain
In 2021, Portobello operated both factories at the limit
of production capacities. This feature led to gains in
operational efficiency, as the furnace remained on, without
downtime. Thus, the company achieved a high level
of productivity.
The operation at these levels was only possible thanks
to investments in technology in the plants carried out in
recent years. The company was prepared and was able to
fully capture the benefits of the increased market demand.
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