The Board of Directors of Grupo Bacalhôa has appointed Luis Ferreira to take on the role of CEO. Luis Ferreira holds a degree in Business Management and brings extensive experience in finance, operations, and management to the Group, having held prominent positions at companies such as Grupo Edifer, Motorola, and Jerónimo Martins.
Over the past three years, Luis Ferreira has worked closely with Grupo Bacalhôa and its internal stakeholders, and as of December 2nd, he will assume the Group's executive leadership.
The Board of Directors believes that this appointment will enable Grupo Bacalhôa to continue its path of growth and transformation, aligned with its strategic goals, while further solidifying its position as a sustainable company in the wine sector. The Board also recognizes the vital socioeconomic role that the wine industry plays in our economy, rural areas, and cultural heritage.
According to Luis Ferreira: "It is with a profound sense of responsibility and great motivation that I have accepted the challenge proposed by the Board of Directors to take on this role. I am privileged to lead a team that has contributed so much to the success and legacy that Grupo Bacalhôa has built over the years. I firmly believe we have the ability to continue this journey of growth and achieve new milestones."
About Grupo Bacalhôa
Grupo Bacalhôa, one of the largest and most innovative wine companies in Portugal, has developed over the years a diverse portfolio of wines, earning a solid reputation and the preference of both national and international consumers.
Operating in 7 Portuguese wine regions, with a total of 935 hectares of vineyards, 33 grape varieties, and 4 winemaking centers, the company stands out in the market for its scale and its 70% self-sufficiency in production. Each entity within Grupo Bacalhôa—Bacalhôa Vinhos de Portugal, S.A., Aliança Vinhos de Portugal, S.A., and Quinta do Carmo—has its own production center, unique characteristics, and a heritage of cultural significance.
It is the dynamic synergy between these distinct identities, harnessed through cutting-edge technology and the expertise of a renowned team, that gives Grupo Bacalhôa its unique ability to offer the perfect wine for any occasion in the highly competitive Portuguese wine market.
Azeitão, November 19, 2024
