Douglas Gilman

Douglas Gilman is the Owner of GL Sa, a company based in Lisbon, Portugal.3 GL Sa, formerly known as AW Sousa Gilman, Lda., is a Portuguese company with a rich history in various industries.1

Company Background

GL Sa was originally established as a representative of English factories manufacturing raw materials for the glass, ceramic, and paint industries.1 Over the years, the company has expanded its operations and diversified its portfolio:

• In 1990, GL entered the food market, representing Eurogerm, a French company specializing in bread baking techniques.1
• The company later began supplying cereals for twin chamber yogurts to major companies like Danone and Longa Vida.1
• GL Sa has since expanded into representing finished food products, including brands like Fit, Triballat Noyal, Fleury Michon, Minus L, Kaiku, and Groupe Norac.1

Achievements and Recognition

Under Douglas Gilman's leadership, GL Sa has achieved several notable milestones:

• The company received the "Master of Distribution" prize for Benecol, the first yogurt launched in Portugal with proven cholesterol-reducing results.1
• GL Sa was awarded the prize for Best SME in the Trade Sector by Exame Magazine.1
• The company has obtained various certifications, including ISO 14001 Environmental Certification and NP EN ISO 22000:2005 Standard for food safety.1
• GL Sa has expanded internationally, opening a production line for juices in Malvern, PE, USA, under the brand Sofresco.1
• The company won the Foreign Investment 2019 Award with its Sofresco brand, recognized by the Portugal-US Chamber of Commerce.1

Douglas Gilman's expertise extends beyond the food industry. He has shown interest in innovative food processing technologies, such as High Pressure Processing for tomato-based products.2

As the Owner of GL Sa, Douglas Gilman has played a crucial role in the company's growth and diversification, leading it to become a significant player in the Portuguese and international food industry.4