The company Costa & Martins, Lda. was founded on January 22, 1912, making it one of the oldest and most established companies in the Azores.
Initially dedicated to wholesale, over several decades it adapted its business to the local and temporary needs of the islands of Faial and Pico.
It has always been a representative of major national and international brands, thus providing the highest quality services in the region.
The company Costa & Martins, Lda. also includes other types of shops and services:
DIY and Auto Parts Store — Auto parts for all automotive brands, automotive lubrication products, hardware, power and hand tools, safety products, a place where you can also order gas, and much more.
Navig@te — Computer store that sells integrated management and accounting software, all types of accessories, consumables, printers, monitors and storage media in the PC and Apple Macintosh area, among other products.
Oceanxperience — Customs Broker, Shipping Agent, Trade and Services, Ltd. It has been operating in Horta since 2015. It is a freight forwarder for sea and air cargo and a shipping agent, serving the national territory, including the autonomous regions of Madeira and the Azores, as well as the international territory.
The century-old company also has several representations, namely the GALP brand with its gas and lubricant products, and Oceanxperience as a representative of the shipping agency GS Lines in the port of Horta (Faial) and Cais do Pico (Pico Island).
Our Territory
The islands of Faial and Pico are more than just our workplace; they are our home. It is this deep connection to the territory that allows us to understand the real needs of those who live, work, and visit here. We operate in an island context with unique challenges, and it is precisely this profound knowledge of the archipelago that makes us different. Every service we provide is designed for the Azorean reality, with solutions adapted to the distances, the local dynamics, and the people who make these islands unique.
Be a part of our story.
Be a part of our story. Serving the islands for over a century, we are ready to help you too.