Despomar
@despomar.com
Founded in 1987, Despomar is a Portuguese company that focuses on the board sports market, specifically surf and skate. Initially dedicated to distributing the Billabong brand in Portugal, the company now divides its operations into two complementary business areas: distribution and retail. Despomar represents over 30 leading surf and skate brands in distribution, including Billabong, Element, RVCA, Dakine, FCS, Nixon, Cariuma, and VonZipper. In retail, Despomar owns the store chains Ericeira Surf & Skate, Billabong Store, and 58 Surf, totalling 34 physical stores and two online stores to date. The company also boasts a portfolio of private labels, including Ericeira Surf & Skate, SCREW, Mar Surfboards, and more recently, TAKEN, which has a more urban and versatile positioning aligned with the lifestyle trends of the new generation of consumers.
Despomar's Company Logos
Despomar's Brand Colors
Hex Code
Color name
RGB
HSL
CMYK
#00AFEA
Cerulean
0, 175, 234
195, 100, 46
100, 25, 0, 8
#FFFFFF
White
255, 255, 255
0, 0, 100
0, 0, 0, 0
#2A2A2A
Mine Shaft
42, 42, 42
0, 0, 16
0, 0, 0, 84
About Despomar
Despomar, a Portuguese company established in 1987, is a dominant player in the field of board sports. While staying true to its roots, Despomar constantly adapts to daily changes in order to remain at the forefront of the industry. With two primary areas of focus - distribution and retail - Despomar represents renowned brands such as Billabong, Element, RVCA, VonZipper, Nixon, Dakine, Xcel, and JS Industries in Portugal.
On the retail side, Despomar owns the Ericeira Surf & Skate chain of stores, as well as Billabong and 58 Surf stores. The company's main business areas encompass the export, marketing, distribution, wholesale, and retail of textiles, footwear, and accessories in the board sports, fashion, and lifestyle sectors. Moreover, Despomar has made its presence felt online through its e-commerce platforms - Ericeira Surf & Skate and 58 Surf - allowing it to cater to a wider European audience.
The company has a strong commitment to sustainability, actively engaging in social and environmental initiatives. With over 300 employees nationwide, Despomar prides itself on prioritizing the personal and professional development of its workforce. Boasting a deep connection to surf and skate culture, Despomar acknowledges the impact it has on the environment and strives to contribute to its sustainability and well-being
Brand industry
E-commerce and Shopping
Company type
Partnership
Year founded
1987
Company size
201-500 employees
