Marelbo

Marelbo is a Romanian footwear maker based in Bivolaria, Vicovu de Sus, Suceava County. Founded in 1994, it sells leather shoes through its stores and online shop.

Local origins

The official company profile identifies S.C. Marelbo Prod Com S.R.L. at an address in Bivolaria. Founder Aurel Bobu describes learning shoemaking before establishing the company in 1994. Production remains in the Suceava area.

Footwear range

The catalogue covers shoes for women and men, plus products for children and teenagers. Styles include formal and casual shoes, trainers, loafers, sandals, boots, slippers and clogs. The shop also carries belts, bags and small leather goods.

Materials and construction

Marelbo says its footwear is made from natural leather. Product listings specify the model, upper, lining, sole, sizes and colour, so construction varies by item. The range serves work, formal occasions, everyday wear and seasonal needs.

Romanian production

The company reports a factory area of about 15,000 square metres, ten production lines and more than 700 employees. It says annual capacity is nearly one million pairs. These figures come from Marelbo's own production profile.

Retail presence

Marelbo says its first store opened in 2000 and that it has since developed 52 own stores. Products are available in almost all Romanian counties. The company sells directly through these outlets and accepts orders through its online shop.