Who we are

Presentation

COBELBA is today a renowned benchmark company in the construction business, with a broad portfolio of construction works in several industries.
Company

Since 1989, entrepreneurship, precision and dynamism guide the philosophy of action of the company.

Company

Together with its growth, this solid path allowed for the development and qualification of all human resources that are part of the company’s day-to-day business, who are now the living testimony of a competitive and expanding company with projects across borders.

The principle of dedication and professionalism remains well-established and supports the willingness to embrace new challenges, following the matrix of success – a strict compliance with deadlines that consistently highlights the association between quality and efficiency.

 

This is COBELBA’s mission, promising new achievements and renewed ambitions for the coming years, because we believe that much more can be achieved in the construction industry. And we will always be here with the same eagerness to overcome ourselves and reach further in everything we do.

1978

Constitution of the company Irmãos Mota, Lda.

On July 4, 1978, the company Irmãos Mota Lda was created in Aguiar, Aguiar de Sousa.
1987

Belmiro Barbosa in the management team.

Belmiro Barbosa acquires a share in the company and becomes part of the management bodies.
1989

Change of social name.

As the only partner, Belmiro Barbosa changed its name to COBELBA Sociedade de Construção Civil Lda on June 8th.
2000

Appointment of the board of directors

On October 1st, the Board of Directors was appointed for the first time, which until date is in office: President – ​​Filomena Barbosa, Members – Carlos Barbosa and Rui Barbosa.
2008

Change of logo and registered office.

On January 14th, COBELBA SA changed its logo and registered it with the National Institute of Industrial Property.
2009

Expansion and investment in the Real Estate market

On January 2nd, it created its Delegation in Lisbon, focusing on geographic expansion. On March 27, the company, under Spanish law, COBELBA Construcciones y Reformas, was created, beginning the internationalization process. With the intention of diversifying its activity and migrating risk, COBELBA SA on December 3rd invested in the Real Estate market, investing in the company Monte da Ervilha Residences – Real Estate Promotion, SA.
2013

Expansion with opening of a branch in France

On April 5th, reinforcing the international orientation of the business and diversifying its geographies, this time, in France, COBELBA SA invests in the company governed by French law, COBELBA Construction, SAS.
2015

Expansion with opening of a branch in Romania

Continuing with the company’s international development, on May 19th the company, under Romanian law, COBELBA SRL, was incorporated.
2017

Rebranding

Image rebranding, logo and website renovation

2018

Digitize to Grow

Implementation of a new work tool, an interactive application, integrating the various sectors of production, management and human resources.

2019

Consolidation of Our Digital Identity

Strengthening and investing in digital presence on Facebook, Linkedin and website.

2021

A Leap to the Cloud

Migration and centralization of information systems to a platform integrated with Cloud Computing.

2022

Opening of new facilities in Lisbon

New facilities opened in Lisbon, more modern and functional, promoting more collaborative, flexible and digital ways of working.

2023

Reformulation of the Headquarters in Maia

Company headquarters in Maia redesigned with access to new play spaces, social and dining rooms.