In 1982, Marcelino da Rosa and Maria de Fátima Novais founded a family-owned company dedicated to the manufacturing of shirts. At the time, production was aimed solely at the domestic market. In 1986, the commitment to quality and innovation led Giliana to an innovative manufacturing process – the shirts were made in raw fabric and subsequently dyed.
Fundation: 1982
Sector: Garment Making;Clothing;
Rua Nossa Senhora de Fátima nº.90 Mesão Frio, Ap.191 4811-234 Guimarães/Portugal
253 43 91 00
info@giliana.pt
In 1982, Marcelino da Rosa and Maria de Fátima Novais founded a family-owned company dedicated to shirt manufacturing. At that time, production was solely focused on the domestic market. In 1986, a commitment to quality and innovation led Giliana to adopt an innovative manufacturing process: shirts were made from undyed fabric and subsequently dyed. This step allowed Giliana to stand out from national competitors and expand into international markets, exporting nearly 90% of its production, primarily to Europe. Today, Giliana produces exclusively for the international market, including the USA, Europe, and African countries. The headquarters, covering a total area of 8,500 m², is located in Guimarães. There is another production facility of 4,600 m² in Vila Verde (15 km from Braga), dedicated solely to the manufacturing process. Giliana employs 190 staff members. In 2001, the company changed its legal status to a public limited company and simultaneously increased its capital to €1,000,000. Giliana’s products are distinguished by their quality. When purchasing a product made by Giliana, clients benefit from the legacy of 28 years of experience. Indeed, Giliana continues to exceed customer expectations in the manufacturing of its products.
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