What makes an organization stand for more than 60 years? Despite several decades, Carmense remained faithful to the vision of its founder Manoel Oliveira: the search for a balance between security and entrepreneurial spirit in business decisions. On this path, we have evolved in several sectors with the abandonment of others that are not sustainable and/or financially viable, we always change what is possible, in constant evolution.

1959

The first industry in the city of Carmo da Mata is created with the aim of generating jobs and income for its population.

1962

The company dissolves due to the crisis faced by the company and Manoel Oliveira acquires the entire shareholding control of the company..

1964

The society starts to grow with the new administration and the unquestionable training and entrepreneurship of its owner Manoel Oliveira, already establishes its trademark, today recognized nationally and internationally.

1970

The first and only Pig Iron Plant in the city of Carmo da Mata/MG is created, generating jobs and income.

1971

New company was created in the Reforestation sector and new investments in own land base.

1974

The company starts exporting its products to the international market.

1978

Acquisition of another Pig Irons plant in the city of Itapecerica/MG, with greater production capacity.

1983

Acquisition of a another Pig Iron plant now in the city of Divinópolis / MG, increasing its production capacity.

1995

Carmense sets its headquarters in the capital of Minas Gerais, focusing its attention on the global expansion of its markets, registers its brand, today recognized nationally and internationally.

1997

Looking to expand their business and products in order to increase performance and/or total cost efficiency, focusing its efforts on continuous global growth.

2000

International quality certification and several recognized quality awards. Expansion of its land base with the acquisition of new properties.

2001

The combination of 45 years of experience with the knowledge of operations in several locations and countries allowed us to be a supplier of original parts to assemblers of machinery and equipment nationally and internationally.

2013

The company changes its objective aiming its expansion to Asian markets, mainly China.

2017

Carmense officially establishes its Strategic Intentions and reviews the company's architecture.

2019

Carmense celebrates 60 years of helping people and communities evolve and thrive.

2021

New properties are incorporated, always aiming at the integration of livestock and precision agriculture. An International group with over 60 years of history.