Part of Corticeira Amorim, the global cork industry leader with origins dating to 1870, Amorim Cork Solutions develops high-performance cork composites and sustainable material solutions for demanding applications. Combining cork, a natural, renewable and recyclable raw material, with engineering and technologies such as moulding, extrusion and CNC machining, it creates customised solutions for thermal and acoustic insulation, vibration control, sealing and impact absorption. Its i.cork factory supports material innovation and circularity, including the reuse of industrial surplus materials. The company serves global markets including aerospace, mobility, railway, energy, construction, marine, flooring and consumer applications.
Rail pads, the elastic elements placed between the rail and the sleeper, play a critical role in load transfer, vibration control and the long-term performance of railway infrastructure.
Cork–rubber composite rail pads, developed by Amorim Cork Solutions, offer a unique combination of performance, sustainability, and reliability that outperforms traditional elastomer-only options.