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SportStore
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Altium Grupo Corporativo SL
Websiteurl
sportstore.es
Company typeenum
Private
Founded yearint
2013
Descriptiontext

SportStore, operated by Altium Grupo Corporativo SL, is a Granada-based online and physical retailer of customized sports apparel, team uniforms, and equipment. Founded in 2013 as the Altium brand and launching its e-commerce platform at sportstore.es in October 2014, the company serves three customer segments across Spain: educational institutions (schools and colleges), sports clubs and associations, and individual consumers. It maintains particularly deep penetration among private schools in the Granada area, with multi-year uniform supply contracts (e.g., Escolapios Granada through the 2027-2028 seasons) and partnership-style relationships with at least 12 named schools and several regional sports clubs.

Its technology stack centers on a PrestaShop-based e-commerce storefront (built by Parada Creativa) supporting multi-language commerce (Spanish, Catalan, Galician), an online product-customization interface, and integrated appointment booking via Reservio. The company runs proprietary apparel manufacturing techniques including Full Print sublimation and Direct To Film (DTF) personalization, and sells a proprietary technical fabric branded Polidry. A physical showroom at Centro Comercial Neptuno in Granada handles bespoke fittings, sizing confirmation, and jersey-number reservation, complementing the online channel with high-touch service for institutional clients. All products comply with the UNE-EN14682 child safety standard.

SportStore generates revenue primarily through one-time retail sales of apparel (items ranging from €7 socks to €125+ complete kits) and equipment via the online store, B2B institutional sales of customized uniform packages to schools and clubs (with installment-payment options such as 50% deposit, 50% on delivery), and proprietary Altium-brand products across multiple collections (Activa, Play, Reflex). Distribution combines the e-commerce storefront with appointment-based retail at the Granada showroom; free shipping applies over €50. The operating geographies served are Andalusia and broader Spain, with no international footprint claimed.

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SportStore.es, operated by Altium Grupo Corporativo SL, is a Granada-based e-commerce and showroom retailer specializing in customized sports apparel, team uniforms, and equipment for schools, sports clubs, and individual consumers across Spain, anchored by its proprietary Altium brand.

Operating statusenum
Operating
Ownership categoryenum
akta.pro rankint
HeadquartersGranada, Spain
HQ citystring
Granada
HQ countrystring
Spain
HQ regionstring
Europe
Markets served

Serves global market

Offices1 record

Each record includes

City, Country, Type, Description, Source

Keyword5 values
custom sports apparel, team uniforms, school sportswear, athletic wear retail, sports accessories
Industry2 codes
1Team Sports Equipment & Uniforms Retail
CodeCRAMABAEPrimaryYes
2Full-Line Sporting Goods Superstores
CodeCRAMABAAPrimaryNo
NAICS code2 codes
  • Sporting and Athletic Goods Manufacturing33992
  • Sporting Goods Retailers45911
SIC code1 code
  • Sporting & Athletic Goods, Nec3949
Product category
Custom Sportswear and Athletic Apparel Retail
GTM motion1 record

Each record includes

Type, Description, Source

Revenue model3 records
1Retail Sales - Online
TypeOne Time License
Description

Direct-to-consumer online sales of sports apparel and equipment through the SportStore.es e-commerce platform. Products include sportswear, uniforms, accessories, and personalized/customized items.

sportstore.es
2B2B Institutional Sales
TypeOne Time License
Description

Bulk sales of customized sports apparel and school uniforms to educational institutions, sports clubs, and associations. Orders include team kits, school uniforms, and event merchandise.

sportstore.es
3Altium Brand Products
TypeOne Time License
Description

Sale of proprietary Altium brand sportswear and equipment, including the Activa collection and technical sports apparel.

sportstore.es
Marketing channels7 records

Each record includes

Title, Type, Stage, Description, Source

Distribution channels2 records

Each record includes

Title, Type, Scope, Target buyer, Description, Source

Cost components5 values
Supply Chain, Operations, Personnel, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D
Pricing details4 tiers
1Individual apparel items (t-shirts, shorts, socks)
ModelUnit PricingBilling cadencePay-as-you-go
Notes

Individual items priced from €7 (socks) to €20+ for technical sportswear. Some items with 15-40% discounts applied.

sportstore.es
2Sports equipment (balls, accessories)
ModelUnit PricingBilling cadencePay-as-you-go
Notes

Accessories such as balls starting at €9.95. Backpacks and bags from €20.40.

sportstore.es
3School uniform packages
ModelUnit PricingBilling cadenceMulti-year contract
Notes

Complete sports packages for schools including multiple items. Example: Complete basketball pack at €125 (save €57). Installment payment available: 50% upfront, 50% on delivery.

sportstore.es
4Personalized/customized team uniforms
ModelUnit PricingBilling cadencePay-as-you-go
Notes

Custom team uniforms with player names and numbers. Pricing varies by item and customization level. Appointment-based fitting available.

sportstore.es
GTM typeB2C
B2C
Offering typeHardware or Manufacturing
Hardware or Manufacturing
Brand1 record
1Altium
Description

Proprietary sportswear brand owned by Altium Grupo Corporativo SL. Offers sports equipment and uniforms including the Activa collection.

sportstore.es
Core offering1 text field

SportStore is an online and physical retailer of sports apparel, equipment, and accessories under its proprietary Altium brand, with in-house customization via Full Print sublimation and Direct-to-Film (DTF) personalization. The company primarily serves educational institutions (schools and colleges) and sports clubs through multi-year uniform programs and bulk orders, while also selling individual sportswear items directly to consumers. Its offering spans 13+ sports disciplines including football, basketball, volleyball, handball, tennis, padel, cycling, athletics, swimming, and shooting.

Differentiator
Functional benefit
Problem solved
Quantifiable outcome1 of 3 values shown
  • Free shipping on orders over €50
+2 more records
Product overview1 text field

SportStore is a Spanish e-commerce platform specializing in sports equipment and athletic apparel, primarily serving schools, sports clubs, and associations in the Granada region. The company operates primarily as a retailer but also offers its own proprietary brand called Altium, which provides customized team uniforms and sportswear. The product portfolio includes team sports uniforms (football, basketball, volleyball, handball), school sportswear (tracksuits, polo shirts, t-shirts), and sports accessories. SportStore differentiates itself through personalization services using Direct-to-Film printing and Full Print sublimation technology. The Altium brand celebrated its 10th anniversary in 2023.

Product and service3 records
1Altium Brand Sportswear
CategoryOwn Brand Sportswear
Description

SportStore's proprietary sportswear and equipment brand offering customized team uniforms, athletic apparel, and sports gear for schools, clubs, and individual athletes. Includes collections such as Activa, Play, and Reflex.

2Altium Activa Collection
CategoryProduct Line / Sportswear Collection
Description

Sports apparel collection within the Altium brand designed for maximum comfort and performance across various sports. Features team kits with 10 color options, including shirt and pants sets ideal for school teams, clubs, and daily training.

3School Sportswear and PE Uniforms
Scale indicator1 record

Each record includes

Type, Value, Description, Source

Partnership6 partners
Strategic tierMajorTypeStrategic or Co-development Partner
Description

Long-standing partnership with Fundación Ave María for Granada schools providing complete sports uniform programs including jerseys, shorts, chándales, polo shirts, and accessories. Includes special fundraising collections like the Varadero beach trip collection.

2Colegios Maristas Granada
Strategic tierMajorTypeStrategic or Co-development Partner
Description

Ongoing partnership providing official sports uniforms for Maristas Granada basketball and handball teams. Includes complete kit packages, warming shirts, and sports bags with shoe compartments.

sportstore.es
Strategic tierMajorTypeStrategic or Co-development Partner
Description

Multi-year partnership covering official uniforms for Escolapios Granada schools (both Genil and Cartuja campuses) for football sala, volleyball, and basketball teams for seasons 2026-2027 and 2027-2028.

4DEDI Colegios
Strategic tierCoreTypeStrategic or Co-development Partner
Description

Partnership with DEDI educational management company for schools under their management, including CD Virgen de Gracia sports club.

sportstore.es
Strategic tierMinorTypeStrategic or Co-development Partner
Description

University partnership providing football team uniforms for students of the Faculty of Pharmacy at UGR.

6Asociación José Guardia
TypeGTM or Marketing Partner
Description

Charitable partnership producing solidarity t-shirts benefiting the association's humanitarian causes.

sportstore.es
Recent move6 records

Each record includes

Date, Type, Title, Description, Source

Expansion highlight5 records

Each record includes

Type, Description

Peers10 records
TypeRegional player
Description

Northern Spain (Basque Country)-based large-format sporting goods retailer with strong e-commerce presence. Comparable multi-sport assortment, although geographically focused on a different Spanish region.

TypeDirect peer
Description

Spain-headquartered group of niche online sports shops (runnerinn, bikeinn, goalinn, etc.) selling apparel and equipment across dozens of sports. Directly comparable as a Spanish multi-category online sports specialist with international reach.

3Sprinter
TypeDirect peer
Description

Spanish sports retail chain owned by Sprinter/Mercavalencia group operating physical stores and a strong e-commerce site selling sportswear, footwear and equipment across team and individual sports. Comparable in product breadth and Spanish mass-market positioning.

TypeBroad incumbent
Description

World's largest sporting goods retailer with deep Spanish presence via large-format stores and a strong e-commerce site. Competes with SportStore across most of the same product categories (apparel, footwear, team sports equipment) but at a vastly broader scale and with private-label brands.

TypeBroad incumbent
Description

Large UK-headquartered sports fashion and footwear retailer with extensive Spanish storefront and online presence. Overlaps with SportStore on athletic apparel and team sports footwear/accessories at the consumer end.

TypeDirect peer
Description

Spanish online sports retailer specializing in running, cycling, football, and team sports apparel and equipment. Closely comparable to SportStore as a Spain-focused e-commerce sports specialist with deep team-sport assortments and competitive pricing.

TypeBroad incumbent
Description

Spain's largest department store, with a broad Deportes (sports) department spanning team sports apparel, equipment, and footwear across physical and online channels. Comparable on broad sporting goods assortment to Spanish consumers.

TypeEmerging player
Description

Barcelona-based custom print-on-demand platform producing personalized apparel, bags, and accessories for brands and institutions. Comparable to SportStore on the customization/DTF production capability side and on serving B2B institutional buyers.

TypeBroad incumbent
Description

Global sporting goods retailer operating franchised stores across Spain selling team sports equipment, apparel, and footwear. Comparable as a multi-category sporting goods generalist serving consumers and clubs at retail.

TypeEmerging player
Description

Various Spanish school uniform specialists (e.g., Uniformes El Valle, Uniformes Scola, Scola Uniformes) that serve educational institutions with PE kits and daily uniforms. Comparable on the B2B institutional uniform supply motion SportStore runs with its Altium brand.

Market position
Strengths5 records

Each record includes

Headline, Details, Source

Weaknesses4 records

Each record includes

Headline, Details, Source

Competitive moat3 records

Each record includes

Type, Details

Key risks6 records

Each record includes

Headline, Details, Source

Key highlights7 records

Each record includes

Headline, Details, Source

Customer concentration

Classification, Details

Named customers15 records

Each record includes

Name, Industry, Type, Use case, Source, UUID

Segment4 records

Each record includes

Title, Type, Primary, Description, Pain point addressed, Use case, Source

Ideal customer profile4 records

Each record includes

Profile, Firmographic size, Sales motion, Sales cycle length, Buying structure, Purchase trigger, Buyer persona, Geography, Industry vertical, Primary use case, Description, Pain points, Evidence proof points, Target buyer

Technology focused
No
API detail
Has APIbool
No

Docs URL, Description

AI maturity
App detail

Has app

Feature4 records

Each record includes

Title, Differentiator, Description, Source

Core technology
Revenue estimate
Valuation estimate
Number of profiles
No data
Compliance1 record

Each record includes

Name, Class, Description

Funding overview

Funding stage, Last funding date, Total funding USD

Funding rounds

Each record includes

Round, Amount USD, Date, Pre money valuation, Total investors, Investors, News

Investors

Each record includes

Name, Type, Date of entry, Rounds participated, Website

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Each record includes

Name, Acquisition type, Announced date, Completed date, Status, Website, News

Investment

Each record includes

Name, Round, Announced date, Lead investor, Website, News

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

SportStore

Custom Sportswear and Athletic Apparel Retailsportstore.es

SportStore.es, operated by Altium Grupo Corporativo SL, is a Granada-based e-commerce and showroom retailer specializing in customized sports apparel, team uniforms, and equipment for schools, sports clubs, and individual consumers across Spain, anchored by its proprietary Altium brand.

What SportStore does

SportStore, operated by Altium Grupo Corporativo SL, is a Granada-based online and physical retailer of customized sports apparel, team uniforms, and equipment. Founded in 2013 as the Altium brand and launching its e-commerce platform at sportstore.es in October 2014, the company serves three customer segments across Spain: educational institutions (schools and colleges), sports clubs and associations, and individual consumers. It maintains particularly deep penetration among private schools in the Granada area, with multi-year uniform supply contracts (e.g., Escolapios Granada through the 2027-2028 seasons) and partnership-style relationships with at least 12 named schools and several regional sports clubs.

Its technology stack centers on a PrestaShop-based e-commerce storefront (built by Parada Creativa) supporting multi-language commerce (Spanish, Catalan, Galician), an online product-customization interface, and integrated appointment booking via Reservio. The company runs proprietary apparel manufacturing techniques including Full Print sublimation and Direct To Film (DTF) personalization, and sells a proprietary technical fabric branded Polidry. A physical showroom at Centro Comercial Neptuno in Granada handles bespoke fittings, sizing confirmation, and jersey-number reservation, complementing the online channel with high-touch service for institutional clients. All products comply with the UNE-EN14682 child safety standard.

SportStore generates revenue primarily through one-time retail sales of apparel (items ranging from €7 socks to €125+ complete kits) and equipment via the online store, B2B institutional sales of customized uniform packages to schools and clubs (with installment-payment options such as 50% deposit, 50% on delivery), and proprietary Altium-brand products across multiple collections (Activa, Play, Reflex). Distribution combines the e-commerce storefront with appointment-based retail at the Granada showroom; free shipping applies over €50. The operating geographies served are Andalusia and broader Spain, with no international footprint claimed.

SportStore firmographics

Firmographics
Name
SportStore
Legal name
Altium Grupo Corporativo SL
Website
https://sportstore.es
Company type
Private
Founded year
2013
Operating status
Operating
Short description
SportStore.es, operated by Altium Grupo Corporativo SL, is a Granada-based e-commerce and showroom retailer specializing in customized sports apparel, team uniforms, and equipment for schools, sports clubs, and individual consumers across Spain, anchored by its proprietary Altium brand.
Ownership category
akta.pro rank

SportStore industry classification

Industry
Product category
Custom Sportswear and Athletic Apparel Retail
NAICS
Sporting and Athletic Goods Manufacturing (33992), Sporting Goods Retailers (45911)
SIC
Sporting & Athletic Goods, Nec (3949)
akta.pro primary industry
Team Sports Equipment & Uniforms Retail (CRAMABAE)
akta.pro secondary industry
Full-Line Sporting Goods Superstores (CRAMABAA)

Keywords

  • Custom sports apparel
  • Team uniforms
  • School sportswear
  • Athletic wear retail
  • Sports accessories

Where SportStore is headquartered

Location

Headquarters

HQ city
Granada
HQ country
Spain
HQ region
Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

SportStore business model

Business model
GTM type
B2C
Offering type
Hardware or Manufacturing
Cost components
Supply Chain, Operations, Personnel, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D

Revenue model

  1. Retail Sales - Online: Direct-to-consumer online sales of sports apparel and equipment through the SportStore.es e-commerce platform. Products include sportswear, uniforms, accessories, and personalized/customized items.
  2. B2B Institutional Sales: Bulk sales of customized sports apparel and school uniforms to educational institutions, sports clubs, and associations. Orders include team kits, school uniforms, and event merchandise.
  3. Altium Brand Products: Sale of proprietary Altium brand sportswear and equipment, including the Activa collection and technical sports apparel.

Pricing tiers

ModelBillingPrice
Unit PricingPay-as-you-goIndividual apparel items (t-shirts, shorts, socks)
Unit PricingPay-as-you-goSports equipment (balls, accessories)
Unit PricingMulti-year contractSchool uniform packages
Unit PricingPay-as-you-goPersonalized/customized team uniforms

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels2 records

Marketing channels7 records

SportStore product offering

Product offering

Core offering

SportStore is an online and physical retailer of sports apparel, equipment, and accessories under its proprietary Altium brand, with in-house customization via Full Print sublimation and Direct-to-Film (DTF) personalization. The company primarily serves educational institutions (schools and colleges) and sports clubs through multi-year uniform programs and bulk orders, while also selling individual sportswear items directly to consumers. Its offering spans 13+ sports disciplines including football, basketball, volleyball, handball, tennis, padel, cycling, athletics, swimming, and shooting.

Product overview

SportStore is a Spanish e-commerce platform specializing in sports equipment and athletic apparel, primarily serving schools, sports clubs, and associations in the Granada region. The company operates primarily as a retailer but also offers its own proprietary brand called Altium, which provides customized team uniforms and sportswear. The product portfolio includes team sports uniforms (football, basketball, volleyball, handball), school sportswear (tracksuits, polo shirts, t-shirts), and sports accessories. SportStore differentiates itself through personalization services using Direct-to-Film printing and Full Print sublimation technology. The Altium brand celebrated its 10th anniversary in 2023.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

  • Altium: Proprietary sportswear brand owned by Altium Grupo Corporativo SL. Offers sports equipment and uniforms including the Activa collection.

Products and services

  • Altium Brand Sportswear SportStore's proprietary sportswear and equipment brand offering customized team uniforms, athletic apparel, and sports gear for schools, clubs, and individual athletes. Includes collections such as Activa, Play, and Reflex.
  • Altium Activa Collection Sports apparel collection within the Altium brand designed for maximum comfort and performance across various sports. Features team kits with 10 color options, including shirt and pants sets ideal for school teams, clubs, and daily training.
  • School Sportswear and PE Uniforms

Quantifiable outcome

  • Free shipping on orders over €50
  • +2 more outcomes

Companies that use SportStore

Customer profile

Named customers15 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

SportStore technology and API

Technology

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API
No
API docs
API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature4 records

SportStore partnerships and signals

Strategic signal

Partnerships

Six partnerships are on record, tiered major, core and minor.

  • Fundación Ave MaríamajorStrategic or Co-development PartnerLong-standing partnership with Fundación Ave María for Granada schools providing complete sports uniform programs including jerseys, shorts, chándales, polo shirts, and accessories. Includes special fundraising collections like the Varadero beach trip collection.
  • Colegios Maristas GranadamajorStrategic or Co-development PartnerOngoing partnership providing official sports uniforms for Maristas Granada basketball and handball teams. Includes complete kit packages, warming shirts, and sports bags with shoe compartments.
  • Colegios Escolapios GranadamajorStrategic or Co-development PartnerMulti-year partnership covering official uniforms for Escolapios Granada schools (both Genil and Cartuja campuses) for football sala, volleyball, and basketball teams for seasons 2026-2027 and 2027-2028.
  • DEDI ColegioscoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership with DEDI educational management company for schools under their management, including CD Virgen de Gracia sports club.
  • Universidad de Granada (Facultad de Farmacia)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerUniversity partnership providing football team uniforms for students of the Faculty of Pharmacy at UGR.
  • Asociación José GuardiaGTM or Marketing PartnerCharitable partnership producing solidarity t-shirts benefiting the association's humanitarian causes.

Scale indicators1 record

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

SportStore competitors and assessment

Company assessment

Regional players

  • Forum Sport: Northern Spain (Basque Country)-based large-format sporting goods retailer with strong e-commerce presence. Comparable multi-sport assortment, although geographically focused on a different Spanish region.

Direct peers

  • Tradeinn: Spain-headquartered group of niche online sports shops (runnerinn, bikeinn, goalinn, etc.) selling apparel and equipment across dozens of sports. Directly comparable as a Spanish multi-category online sports specialist with international reach.
  • Sprinter: Spanish sports retail chain owned by Sprinter/Mercavalencia group operating physical stores and a strong e-commerce site selling sportswear, footwear and equipment across team and individual sports. Comparable in product breadth and Spanish mass-market positioning.
  • Deporvillage: Spanish online sports retailer specializing in running, cycling, football, and team sports apparel and equipment. Closely comparable to SportStore as a Spain-focused e-commerce sports specialist with deep team-sport assortments and competitive pricing.

Broad incumbents

  • Decathlon: World's largest sporting goods retailer with deep Spanish presence via large-format stores and a strong e-commerce site. Competes with SportStore across most of the same product categories (apparel, footwear, team sports equipment) but at a vastly broader scale and with private-label brands.
  • JD Sports: Large UK-headquartered sports fashion and footwear retailer with extensive Spanish storefront and online presence. Overlaps with SportStore on athletic apparel and team sports footwear/accessories at the consumer end.
  • El Corte Inglés (Deportes): Spain's largest department store, with a broad Deportes (sports) department spanning team sports apparel, equipment, and footwear across physical and online channels. Comparable on broad sporting goods assortment to Spanish consumers.
  • Intersport: Global sporting goods retailer operating franchised stores across Spain selling team sports equipment, apparel, and footwear. Comparable as a multi-category sporting goods generalist serving consumers and clubs at retail.

Emerging players

  • Camaloon: Barcelona-based custom print-on-demand platform producing personalized apparel, bags, and accessories for brands and institutions. Comparable to SportStore on the customization/DTF production capability side and on serving B2B institutional buyers.
  • Uniformes Escolares (school uniform specialists): Various Spanish school uniform specialists (e.g., Uniformes El Valle, Uniformes Scola, Scola Uniformes) that serve educational institutions with PE kits and daily uniforms. Comparable on the B2B institutional uniform supply motion SportStore runs with its Altium brand.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat3 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

SportStore social profiles

Digital presence

SportStore compliance and trust

Trust signal

Compliance1 record

SportStore financial estimates

Financial estimate

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

SportStore leadership team

Management profile

Number of profiles

SportStore funding detail

Funding detail

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

SportStore M&A and investment

M&A and investment

M&A

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

Frequently asked questions about SportStore

What does SportStore do?

SportStore is an online and physical retailer of sports apparel, equipment, and accessories under its proprietary Altium brand, with in-house customization via Full Print sublimation and Direct-to-Film (DTF) personalization. The company primarily serves educational institutions (schools and colleges) and sports clubs through multi-year uniform programs and bulk orders, while also selling individual sportswear items directly to consumers. Its offering spans 13+ sports disciplines including football, basketball, volleyball, handball, tennis, padel, cycling, athletics, swimming, and shooting.

Is SportStore a public or private company?

SportStore is a private company. It is classified as founder individual operated bootstrapped and is currently operating.

When was SportStore founded?

SportStore was founded in 2013.

Where is SportStore based?

SportStore is headquartered in Granada, Spain, in the Europe region.

How does SportStore make money?

Three revenue lines are on record. Retail Sales - Online is the primary driver. The others are B2B Institutional Sales and altium Brand Products.

Who are SportStore's main competitors?

Forum Sport is listed as a regional player. Direct peers are Tradeinn, Sprinter and Deporvillage. Broad incumbents are Decathlon, JD Sports, El Corte Inglés (Deportes) and Intersport. Emerging players are Camaloon and Uniformes Escolares (school uniform specialists).

Does SportStore have an API?

No public API is recorded for SportStore.

What industry is SportStore in?

SportStore's product category is Custom Sportswear and Athletic Apparel Retail. Its primary akta.pro industry code is CRAMABAE, Team Sports Equipment & Uniforms Retail, with a secondary code of CRAMABAA, Full-Line Sporting Goods Superstores. Its NAICS code is 33992 and its SIC code is 3949.

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