COFRA Email Format
International Trade and DevelopmentApulia, Italy201-500 Employees
COFRA designs and manufactures safety footwear and related workwear, along with protective gloves, masks, and eyewear. It evolved from a small Barletta workshop founded in 1938 by Ruggiero Cortellino into a company known for safety-focused products and durable industrial footwear. The firm has established a presence in Europe and beyond, emphasizing quality and safety across its offerings. Headquartered in Barletta, Apulia, COFRA also operates a manufacturing facility in Albania to support production capacity. The company has pursued international expansion since the early 2000s, including the establishment of COFRA USA and expansion into markets outside the EU. In 2023, reports indicated COFRA announced plans to expand into Egypt with a new factory, signaling continued growth of its global footprint.