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PME Excellence status 2024

4 December, 2025

We were honoured with PME Excellence 2024 status - a very special milestone for CRISTEMA

We are very proud to announce that Cutelarias Cristema, Lda. received the PME Excellence status 2024awarded by IAPMEI.
This distinction means a lot to us because it recognises the work, rigour and dedication we put into developing Portuguese cutlery on a daily basis.


What this distinction means for us

The PME Excellence status is awarded only to a select group of companies that stand out for their excellence:

  • Financial strength,
  • Management skills,
  • Innovation,
  • Competitiveness,
  • and sustainable growth.

For us, receiving this seal is confirmation that we are on the right track.
It is a public recognition of the way we work, the decisions we make and the vision we follow for the future.


Over 30 years building excellence in Portuguese cutlery

Over more than three decades, we have built a proud track record:
from a small production unit in the north of Portugal, we have grown to a brand present in more than 35 international marketsalways with the commitment to take Portuguese quality across borders.


What this distinction motivates us to do next

For us, the PME Excellence 2024 status is not an end point.
Above all, it's an incentive to keep improving, growing and innovating.

In the coming years, we want to:

  • Strengthening our international presence;
  • Launch new collections that combine design, functionality and durability;
  • Expanding personalisation, one of the brand's great differentiators;
  • Investing in technology and more sustainable processes;
  • To further valorise the team that drives CRISTEMA forward every day.

We know that the market is demanding - and that's exactly what motivates us to raise the bar every day.


Special thanks

This achievement is, above all, collective.
That's why we want to thank you:

  • À our teamfor their commitment, professionalism and dedication;
  • To our clientswho trust CRISTEMA and choose our products;
  • To our partnersWe also have a number of programmes that help us grow in different markets;
  • and to all those who value what is produced in Portugal.

The PME Excellence 2024 status belongs to all of us


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Surface

Shiny

The purpose of polishing is to promote a surface on the piece. This finish gives the cutlery a luminous appearance and a mirror effect that allows it to reflect its surroundings.

Matte

The matt effect is the ideal finish for lovers of lovers. Elegant and contemporary cutlery with a brushed surface will give your table an your table an atmosphere full of refinement.

Vintage

The vintage trend has also reached cutlery. This finish gives the piece an effect caused by the intentional wear and tear of the of the surface.

Satin

The microbead jet creates contrasting matt effects on the polished surface. effects on the polished surface of the piece.

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