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ManufacturingRio Grande do Sul, Brazil10001+ Employees
Grendene S/A is a global footwear manufacturer based in Farroupilha, Rio Grande do Sul, Brazil. Founded in 1971, the company operates multiple manufacturing sites in Farroupilha and additional units in Ceará and Bahia, along with brand-focused spaces such as Galerias Melissa and Casa Ipanema in international markets. Its product lineup includes Melissa, Rider, Grendha, Ipanema, Zaxy, Cartago, and Grendene Kids, as well as various licensed brands, with footwear sold in more than 90 countries. Galerias Melissa operates in São Paulo, New York, and London, while Casa Ipanema is based in Rio de Janeiro, supporting its brand portfolio. In 2025, Grendene announced a strategic partnership with Canadian group Pajar to pursue joint growth opportunities.