Markets

Markets and customers

From the Portuguese fresh fish trade to industrial and export customers.

Map of Gialmar branches at Portuguese fishing ports
Gialmar branches near Portugal's main fishing ports: Matosinhos, Aveiro, Figueira da Foz, Peniche, MARL (Lisbon) and Sesimbra.
Customer segments

Who we supply

Each segment buys differently, so we adapt presentation, packing and delivery.

Wholesale

Fish wholesalers and markets

Fresh fish from the auctions and frozen stock for redistribution across Portugal.

Food service

Restaurants, hotels and catering

Portion-friendly fillets, steaks and cephalopods with steady year-round supply.

Retail

Supermarkets and fishmongers

IFS Food-certified supply with full lot traceability and certified lines on request.

Industry

Canneries and processors

Pelagic fish such as sardine, mackerel and bonito, and squid for further processing.

Export

Importers and distributors

Frozen fish and cephalopods quoted by reefer container to international markets.

Iberia

Portugal and Galicia

A branch network at the main fishing ports of Portugal, close to the Galician market.

Supply

Fresh or frozen, as the market needs

Two supply modes, one quality system.

Fresh fish

Bought daily at Portuguese auctions and delivered on ice by our own refrigerated trucks.

Frozen fish and cephalopods

Frozen, processed and packed at Lajedo or imported and stored at −18 °C for year-round availability.

How to send an export enquiry

To quote an export order quickly we need the destination port or city, the Incoterm you prefer (for example FOB, CFR, CIF or DAP), the species and presentations, size grades, packing format and the volume per shipment or per year.

Tell us also which documents your market requires. Export health certificates are issued by the Portuguese veterinary authority (DGAV), and imported raw material is covered by EU catch certificates under the IUU regulation. Our team will confirm what applies to your destination before you order.

Frequently asked questions

Do you export outside the European Union?

Yes, export enquiries are welcome. Send the destination, products and volumes and we will confirm feasibility, documentation and lead times.

What is the minimum order?

It depends on the product and destination. Fresh orders within Portugal can be small; export orders are usually quoted by container.

Which languages does your sales team use?

Our team answers in Portuguese, English and Spanish.

Importer or distributor?

Tell us your market and the species you buy; we will propose a supply plan.