Every single day, hospitals across Europe use gauze, bandages, and other medical devices produced by ADA. A Portuguese family company, ADA has been providing these products for over 50 years. But more than an industrial company, ADA is a story of people, of care, resilience, and purpose.
“It began with my grandfather’s dream, was strengthened by my father’s vision, and today I have the privilege of continuing it with my sisters, Sara and Matilde,” says Marta Andrade, CEO of ADA and one of Forbes Portugal’s “30 Under 30” for 2024. “For us, ADA is a legacy of love, love for life, for people, and for the belief that an ethical and humane industry can make a real difference.”
Proudly European
That belief is why ADA is proud to share with us that it is one of the few companies that still keeps its entire production in Europe.
“For us, ‘Made in Europe’ means quality, safety, and responsibility, but also care,” Andrade says. “Every product we make carries not just technology and precision, but the hands and hearts of the people behind it. That combination of industrial rigour and human warmth is what makes ADA truly unique.”
This commitment has been tested over time.
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