ONE OF THE LARGEST STATIONERY STORES IN THE COUNTRY
Stationery • Toys • Arts • Bookstore • Copy Center • Tobacco Shop
History
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Americana's history began in 1957 as a family business that began operating as a stationery and bookstore.
Over the years, it has experienced sustainable growth, basing its success on three main pillars: differentiated and excellent service; customers, who are the center of the company's activity; and all employees who make Americana's growth and success possible.
Today it is one of the largest stationery stores in the country, operating as a retailer, wholesaler and distributor. It supplies not only the end customer but also stationery stores, toy stores, fine arts and DIY stores. It also supplies companies of the most varied areas and sizes in all their needs. It also works with public entities such as schools and municipalities.
Over the years, it has experienced sustainable growth, basing its success on three main pillars: differentiated and excellent service; customers, who are the center of the company's activity; and all employees who make Americana's growth and success possible.
Today it is one of the largest stationery stores in the country, operating as a retailer, wholesaler and distributor. It supplies not only the end customer but also stationery stores, toy stores, fine arts and DIY stores. It also supplies companies of the most varied areas and sizes in all their needs. It also works with public entities such as schools and municipalities.
Portfolio
of products
of products
Our product portfolio includes stationery, office supplies, school supplies, fine arts, DIY, toys, books, gifts, seasonal items, IT and tobacco . We also have specialized copy centers in several of our stores. For over 60 years, Americana has continued to convey an image of trust and seriousness to its suppliers.
By combining its values with its size, Americana has been gaining exclusive commercial advantages by obtaining representation from numerous national and international brands. It currently does business with more than 20 countries in a total of 3 continents.
By combining its values with its size, Americana has been gaining exclusive commercial advantages by obtaining representation from numerous national and international brands. It currently does business with more than 20 countries in a total of 3 continents.
We have 9 stores available
to welcome you!
to welcome you!
Americana currently has 9 stores in the Leiria region, a Cash&Carry with over 2000 m² open to the general public, a sales team and an online store that caters to end customers, resellers and companies. The close relationship it has with its customers allows it to stay ahead of market trends, thus offering a personalized and differentiating experience.
OUR HISTORY
From the first store opened in Leiria in 1957 to one of the largest stationery stores in the country
1957
OPENING OF THE 1ST STORE
Manuel Pedro Sousa and Laura Santos Sousa opened the Americana - A Casa das Canetas store in January 1957 in the center of Leiria on the popularly known "Rua do lá vai um". It had only 4 employees.
1960
OPENING OF WAREHOUSE AND OFFICE
Americana becomes a warehouse and distributor of office supplies, stationery and books. It has 5 employees, all relatives of the founders.
1972
OPENING OF CASH&CARRY
Located in Telheiro (Leiria), this store was aimed at resale customers from all over the country.
1975
GROWTH
Opening of the 7th store. The company employs 36 people.
1988
EXPANSION
Between 1986 and 1988, Americana expanded its business areas to photography, music, tobacco, bookstore, toys, stationery, office furniture, repairs, etc. During this period, it had 148 employees and doubled its sales volume to 800 thousand contos.
1998
SME EXCELLENCE AWARD
After a period of strong growth, Americana specializes in Stationery, Bookstore and Office Supplies. It now has 113 employees and 13 stores.
TODAY
ONE OF THE LARGEST STATIONERY STORES IN THE COUNTRY
Americana is a national reference in the areas of stationery, office supplies, toys, arts, tobacconists and copy centers.
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9
Stores
Stores
+ 1,300
Brands
Brands
+ 100,000
References
References
1957
Foundation
Foundation
+ 2,000 m²
2 stores with more than
2 stores with more than
RESPONSIBILITY
SOCIAL
SOCIAL
It is Americana's responsibility to adopt good practices in order to positively impact society and build a sustainable future. Some of the measures applied are:
Environmental Social Responsibility
Environmental Social Responsibility
- Sale of loose office supplies and stationery, avoiding unnecessary packaging of pens, markers, etc.
- Sale of painting materials by color, combating excessive and unnecessary consumption
- Portfolio of recycled and recyclable articles
Social Responsibility
- Support for institutions
- Donation of school supplies to Africa and South America
Ours
Mission
To provide a wide range of high-quality stationery, toys and arts and crafts that promote creativity, organisation and personal development. We aim to be the place where people and businesses find everything they need to explore their imagination and improve their daily lives.
Ours
Vision
To be the chosen supplier of stationery, toys and arts. We aim to cultivate a community that values artistic expression in all its forms, encouraging them to explore, create and have fun, fostering a brighter, more creative world for everyone.