About us

Our story is our treasure

Since 1917, Manifattura del Seveso has placed creativity at the heart of everything we do. For over a century, our family – together with the many exceptional individuals who have contributed their human and professional value – has continuously guided this company with a shared commitment to building a solid business model.

One that prioritizes value creation in all its forms: financial, creative, ethical, environmental, and social. Always with the well-being of our clients, employees, and stakeholders in mind. Every day, our team brings passion and determination to their work, enhancing the market appeal of our products.

Our mission is to “Give Shape to Creativity.” Achieving this requires ongoing dialogue and collaboration – within our company, of course, but also with our suppliers, strategic partners, clients, designers, innovators, publishers, and the luxury maisons that have long accompanied us. We extend this conversation to the broader community and the territory that has played such a key role in shaping the globally recognized Made in Italy legacy.

It is these continuous exchanges that strengthen our actions. Our goal remains ambitious: to represent Italian industrial excellence in the global production of materials for high-end publishing and luxury packaging. To help our clients create exceptional, flawless, and memorable products. And every day, we work with passion and dedication to achieve that.

Franco Bologna
Chief Executive Officer

We craft your creativity

We are a historic textile manufacturer specializing in high-end cover materials, primarily for the publishing and luxury packaging sectors. From fine books and elegant publications to jewelry and watch boxes, prestigious wine and spirit cases, and refined invitations and art catalogues—our mission is to enhance the most beautiful creations, giving tangible form to the pleasures of touch and sight.

Founded in 1917 and now led by the fourth generation of the family, Manifattura del Seveso collaborates with the leading names in publishing and luxury, both in Italy and worldwide. We approach our work with a deep respect for tradition, and a dymanic drive for innovation.

Our century of expertise is the foundation of our distinctive product identity. We are proud stewards of an entrepreneurial culture rooted in responsibly sourcing raw materials and safeguarding traditional techniques, while staying responsive to contemporary stimuli. The company is a creative laboratory for high-level experimentation and idea exchange. From exclusive studies of textures and colors to the development of techniques that bridge industry and fine textile craftsmanship, everything we do is infused with research and creativity.

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Our Milestones

A century of Italian artisanal tradition devoted to creating the finest cover materials of tomorrow.

1917

In September 1917, Giuseppe Mosca, together with Ercole Masera, founded in Milan the “Italian Waterproof Laboratory Mosca & Masera".

1922

The production facilities were later moved to Cusano Milanino, where, alongside fabric treatment, the company began producing flexible abrasives.

1926

On May 25, the “Anonima Compagnia Italiana Abrasivi S.A.” was established.

1933

On May 15, it was resolved to merge the “Italian Waterproof Laboratory Mosca & Masera” into “Manifatture del Seveso S.A.”

1959

On October 19, at the age of 74, founder Giuseppe Mosca passed away. Franco Bologna was appointed Chairman of the Board of Directors.

1968

In January 1968, in Moscow, at the Ministry of Foreign Trade of the Soviet Union, the first contract was signed between “Stankoimport” of Moscow and “Manifatture del Seveso” of Cusano Milanino.

1980

With its first participation at the Frankfurt International Book Fair and at “Drupa” in Düsseldorf, the company entered the publishing industry and opened itself to international sales.

1990

With the entry of Franco Bologna into the company, a strategic reorganization began, aimed at creating new business opportunities in markets around the world.

1995

In April 1995, “Manifattura del Seveso” permanently left its historic headquarters in Cusano Milanino, becoming fully operational in its new facility in Osio Sotto (Bergamo).

1996

In October 1996, Pierfrancesco Bologna stepped down as Sole Director; Giorgio Bologna was appointed Chairman and Franco Bologna became Chief Executive Officer.

1997

In September 1997, the company participated for the first time in the “Print” trade fair in Chicago. The American company ICG, specialized in the production of fabrics for publishing, became its official distributor in the United States.

2000

In December 2000, the company transitioned from ISO 9002 to ISO 9001 and obtained ISO 14001 environmental certification.

2010

“Manifattura del Seveso” was also awarded FSC® certification.

2012

On November 28, at the headquarters of the National Association of Building Contractors, Franco Bologna presented Isobell, the innovative thermal and acoustic insulation system for the construction industry.

2017

On September 15, at Villa Erba in Cernobbio, on Lake Como, “Manifattura del Seveso” celebrated its first 100 years of history with 300 guests.

2023

With the arrival of Giorgia Bologna, the fifth generation of the family officially joined the company.

Our highlights

+50

Country Presence

+40%

Export share

+240

Colors available on stock

+100

Employees and business partners

5th

Generation of the family running the company since its foundation

≤70x100cm

Hardcover format of the most valuable books bound with our products

Number of distributors across Italy and in global markets

Market sectors we serve

2+2

Catalog collections, in addition to bespoke products

Our people

Passion and creativity behind the technology

In a field where excellence lies in the details, our greatest strength is our people – the keepers of a legacy that has evolved through generations. From 1917 to today, our growth has been shaped by their innovations, both big and small.

Human passion and creativity are the soul of every project, transforming advanced technologies into instruments for artistic expression. In our world, industrial excellence is inseparable from human sensitivity, experience, and dedication – qualities that ensure every result is truly unique. That’s why we approach every challenge with care, commitment, and an unyielding focus on quality. Behind every product, there’s a story to tell and an emotion to evoke. Technology is a vital ally – but human talent is the essential force that turns ideas into masterpieces.

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