Egidio and Nanni Cressi Legacy
Cressi was founded in 1946 as a diving company rich in innovation, design, development, manufacturing. A family-owned and operated Italian brand, Cressi is one of the first companies to develop innovative equipment for watersports. For over 80 years, the commitment to innovation has been in the company’s DNA. The passion that stimulated the founders to begin their adventure is still present and results in the best and most reliable products!
Our land, our sea
It was to fish in the depths of Portofino and San Fruttuoso that, before the II World War, a group of friends thought of new equipment. Situated between France and Tuscany, Liguria is one of the smallest regions in Italy. The Italian Riviera is reflected in the blue Mediterranean Sea, and also surrounded by mountains that drop sheer into the sea. Vegetation forms the backdrop to some of the country’s most popular and well-known seaside resorts.
The Italian Made
The brand and the manufacturing process remain firmly anchored in the place where the company was founded. In an age when production is often outsourced, Cressi’s offices and production facilities remain in Genova, Italy. This strategic location has played a vital role in the company’s historical success and continues to provide it with an important advantage in the market today.
Research and Development
Cressi’s long history of product innovations comes from a drive to continually improve. As the sport has evolved, so has Cressi, often serving as the catalyst for change. From designing new products to developing new manufacturing processes, Cressi draws on a wealth of technical expertise and creative knowledge from the past.
At Cressi, every innovation is a step toward the future.
Quality for Safety Experience
We seek safer, more comfortable diving, preferring minimal gear. Human needs differ from fish—they require gear to breathe, move, see, and stay warm. Over 70 years, we've learned that less—less volume, weight, effort—is better. Our gear should be simple, functional, and easy to use, allowing free movement without distraction. It must also be reparable and durable, becoming familiar and comfortable over time.
What we think
We have been producing diving equipment since 1946, possibly earlier if you include the early years of artisanal production. This company is now in its third generation, with Antonio and Marco, father and son, running the company started by brothers Egidio and Nanni Cressi. Since we were born, we have tried to stay true to our core values, and today, after more than 70 years, we are proud to run and work for a company that still lives by them.
Why do we love what we do?
We are a family-owned company that stayed independent when most competitors joined large multinationals in the 70s, which we see as a point of pride and responsibility. Our products carry our family name, developed in-house and thoroughly tested, in waters near Portofino, where Egidio Cressi invented diving gear. These products undergo further testing by ambassadors and athletes in extreme conditions. We ensure proper patenting and safety certifications. Every team member, ambassador, seller at Cressi is valued and deserves ethical, equal opportunity work environment.
We're pioneers.We love diving
THE MANY SHADES OF ADVENTURE
There is not just one blue; there is the deep blue that calls to explorers and the electric blue of a swimmer slicing through the water with purpose. Cressi Blue unites snorkeling and swimming under a single horizon of passion and innovation. It is your passport to exploration— a bridge between the surface and the extraordinary world below.
SAFE, COLORFUL, EXPLORATION.
Our mission is to provide high-quality gear designed to make every aquatic journey safe and accessible for all skill levels. Blue Cressi empowers you to explore with confidence. We create joyful experiences that connect you to the magic of the underwater world.
BLUE LINE:
• Snorkeling Sets
• Full-face Masks
• Masks & Snorkels
• Snorkeling Fins
• Wetsuits
• Swim Goggles
• Swim Fins
• Accessories
LEGACY
MADE IN ITALY
PROTECT THE OCEANS
CRESSI WORLDWIDE
THE MANY SHADES OF ADVENTURE
There is not just one blue; there is the deep blue that calls to explorers and the electric blue of a swimmer slicing through the water with purpose. Cressi Blue unites snorkeling and swimming under a single horizon of passion and innovation. It is your passport to exploration— a bridge between the surface and the extraordinary world below.
SAFE, COLORFUL, EXPLORATION.
Our mission is to provide high-quality gear designed to make every aquatic journey safe and accessible for all skill levels. Blue Cressi empowers you to explore with confidence. We create joyful experiences that connect you to the magic of the underwater world.
BLUE LINE:
• Snorkeling Sets
• Full-face Masks
• Masks & Snorkels
• Snorkeling Fins
• Wetsuits
• Swim Goggles
• Swim Fins
• Accessories
A BRAND WITH AN 80-YEAR LEGACY
Cressi was founded in 1946 on the sea-kissed shores of Genoa, Italy, by brothers Egidio and Nanni Cressi. Born with their deep passion for the underwater world, the company's inspiration and the essence of the sea are integral to all its products.
ITALIAN DESIGN AND MANUFACTURING AT OUR CORE
Cressi’s Italian heritage stands for excellence, detail, and uncompromising quality control. Driven by a passion for the ocean, we deliver innovative equipment that empowers both dedicated divers and everyday explorers.
100% Italian design; most products manufactured at our Italian headquarters.
WE BELIEVE IN PROTECTING THE WATERS WE EXPLORE
We design every piece of gear for maximum durability, ensuring a product life that spans generations of divers. This commitment to quality is backed by our zero-impact, 100% renewably powered facility. From using recycled packaging to participating in active sea clean-ups, we protect the marine health that inspires everything we do.
CRESSI WORLDWIDE
Our headquarters is based in Genoa, and we also have eight branches: USA, Mexico, Brazil, France, Spain, China, Thailand and Australia. We have around 10,000 shops all over the world, and our products are sold in over 100 countries.
Egidio and Nanni Cressi Legacy
Cressi was founded in 1946 as a diving company rich in innovation, design, development, manufacturing. A family-owned and operated Italian brand, Cressi is one of the first companies to develop innovative equipment for watersports. For over 80 years, the commitment to innovation has been in the company’s DNA. The passion that stimulated the founders to begin their adventure is still present and results in the best and most reliable products!
Our land, our sea
It was to fish in the depths of Portofino and San Fruttuoso that, before the II World War, a group of friends thought of new equipment. Situated between France and Tuscany, Liguria is one of the smallest regions in Italy. The Italian Riviera is reflected in the blue Mediterranean Sea, and also surrounded by mountains that drop sheer into the sea. Vegetation forms the backdrop to some of the country’s most popular and well-known seaside resorts.
The Italian Made
The brand and the manufacturing process remain firmly anchored in the place where the company was founded. In an age when production is often outsourced, Cressi’s offices and production facilities remain in Genova, Italy. This strategic location has played a vital role in the company’s historical success and continues to provide it with an important advantage in the market today.
Research and Development
Cressi’s long history of product innovations comes from a drive to continually improve. As the sport has evolved, so has Cressi, often serving as the catalyst for change. From designing new products to developing new manufacturing processes, Cressi draws on a wealth of technical expertise and creative knowledge from the past.
At Cressi, every innovation is a step toward the future.
Quality for Safety Experience
We seek safer, more comfortable diving, preferring minimal gear. Human needs differ from fish—they require gear to breathe, move, see, and stay warm. Over 70 years, we've learned that less—less volume, weight, effort—is better. Our gear should be simple, functional, and easy to use, allowing free movement without distraction. It must also be reparable and durable, becoming familiar and comfortable over time.
What we think
We have been producing diving equipment since 1946, possibly earlier if you include the early years of artisanal production. This company is now in its third generation, with Antonio and Marco, father and son, running the company started by brothers Egidio and Nanni Cressi. Since we were born, we have tried to stay true to our core values, and today, after more than 70 years, we are proud to run and work for a company that still lives by them.
Why do we love what we do?
We are a family-owned company that stayed independent when most competitors joined large multinationals in the 70s, which we see as a point of pride and responsibility. Our products carry our family name, developed in-house and thoroughly tested, in waters near Portofino, where Egidio Cressi invented diving gear. These products undergo further testing by ambassadors and athletes in extreme conditions. We ensure proper patenting and safety certifications. Every team member, ambassador, seller at Cressi is valued and deserves ethical, equal opportunity work environment.
We're pioneers.We love diving
