Garland

What Garland does

Garland is a Portuguese-headquartered logistics, transport, and navigation group founded in 1776, operating as a family-controlled (Dawson family) private company with 484 employees and approximately €120 million in 2025 invoicing. The company is organized into four operating sub-brands: Garland Logistics (warehousing, order preparation, value-added services, and national distribution), Garland Transport Solutions (international road, sea, and air freight forwarding), Garland Shipping (shipping agency, regular lines, tramping, cruise and port agency via exclusive Multiport membership in Continental Portugal), and Garland Customs Solutions (customs clearance and bonded warehousing). Geographic footprint includes eight offices across Portugal (5), Spain (1 — Vitoria-Gasteiz), France (1 — Paris region), and Morocco (1 — Casablanca), backed by 154,000 m² of warehouse capacity across five logistics centers.

The company's core technology stack consists of a Gartner Magic Quadrant-recognized TMS (Transportation Management System) and a WMS with WebView online Track & Trace, integrated with client software via direct interfaces and portable radio frequency terminals. Operational throughput for 2025 includes 23,300 TEUs handled, 6,000 bulk containers, 2,000 tonnes of air cargo, 8,210 customs clearances, 8.34 million logistics pickings, 706,000 stored pallets, 27,540 international trucks, 193,000 jobs/deliveries, and 668,000 tonnes of road freight. A ZetesMedea solution implementation produced a 25% productivity improvement in logistics operations.

Commercially, Garland operates a sales-led B2B enterprise model with direct field sales offices delivering customized, quote-based multi-year contracts. Revenue is generated through managed logistics services (storage fees, handling charges, value-added services), transaction-based transport fees (road, sea, air, plus fuel surcharges), shipping agency commissions, and customs clearance professional-services fees. The customer base is diversified across e-commerce, fashion/apparel, food and agriculture, international trading, and maritime segments, with named enterprise clients including Decathlon, Ambassador Cruises, Hästens, Naturimprove, Contimetra, and Porto de Lisboa Terminal de Granéis Alimentares. Distribution channels combine direct enterprise sales with channel partners (Palletways since 2008 for European pallets, IATA for air cargo, Multiport for global shipping agency, EGLN for global forwarding).

Name

Garland

Legal name

Garland

Website

https://garland.pt

Company type

Private

Founded year

1776

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

101–250 employees

Short description

Garland is a 250-year-old Portuguese logistics, transport, and shipping group providing integrated supply chain solutions — warehousing, multi-modal freight, customs, and port agency — to enterprise clients across Iberia, France, Morocco, and global trade lanes.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Headquarters

HQ city

Cascais

HQ country

Portugal

HQ region

Europe

Offices11 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Supply Chain

Revenue model

1. Logistics Services: Outsourcing and in-house logistics management including warehousing, order preparation, storage, and value-added services such as labeling, repackaging, quality control, and assembly. Revenue generated through storage fees, handling charges, and service contracts.
2. Transport Services: International and domestic transport via road, sea, and air. Services include full truckload, less-than-truckload, groupage, general cargo, palletized cargo, temperature-controlled transport, and dangerous goods (ADR). Revenue from transportation fees, fuel surcharges, and handling charges.
3. Shipping and Navigation Services: Shipping agency services, regular lines representation, tramping services, cruise ship services, port agency, and naval ship support. Revenue from agency fees, port services, and commissions.
4. Customs Solutions: Customs clearance services including export/import declarations, certificates (CHEDD, EURO1, EURO-MED, ATR), transit emissions, and support for temporary storage and customs warehouses.
5. Distribution Services: National distribution services including 24-hour deliveries in mainland Portugal, express deliveries in the Iberian Peninsula, and hanging garment distribution.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Garland is an integrated logistics, transport, and navigation group providing warehousing and supply chain outsourcing, multi-modal international transport (road, sea, air), shipping agency and port services, and customs clearance. The company manages 154,000 m² of warehouse space across five logistics centers in Portugal and operates eight offices in Portugal, Spain, France, and Morocco, delivering end-to-end supply chain solutions for enterprise clients.

Product overview

Garland is a logistics, transport, and navigation group operating as a platform of specialized sub-brands. The four main divisions are: Garland Logistics (outsourcing warehousing and national distribution), Garland Transport Solutions (international road, sea, and air freight), Garland Shipping (shipping lines, tramping, and port agency), and Garland Customs Solutions (customs clearance and bonded warehouses). Additional specialized services include motorcycle transport, intermodal transport, special cargo transport, and air cargo under the Palletways network. The group manages 154,000 m² of warehouse space across five logistics centers in Portugal (Cascais, Alcochete, Aveiro, V.N. Gaia, Maia) and operates offices in Spain, France, and Morocco.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Garland Logistics: Logistics services including warehousing, outsourcing management, and distribution
• Garland Transport Solutions
• Garland Shipping
• Garland Customs Solutions
• Garland Maroc

Products and services

• Garland Logistics (Warehousing and Supply Chain Outsourcing) Comprehensive logistics services including warehousing, order preparation, value-added services (labeling, repackaging, quality control, component assembly), temperature-controlled environments, and 24-hour national distribution in mainland Portugal. Operates 154,000 m² of warehouse space across five logistics centers in Cascais, Alcochete, Aveiro, V.N. Gaia, and Maia for enterprise clients seeking end-to-end supply chain outsourcing or in-house managed logistics.
• Garland Transport Solutions (International Transport) International multi-modal transport services via road (full truckload, LTL, groupage, ADR dangerous goods, temperature-controlled), sea (full container, NVOCC), and air cargo. Includes customs clearance support, storage, distribution, and real-time Track & Trace via TMS. Serves enterprises shipping goods to/from Iberian Peninsula, Morocco, France, and wider European destinations.
• Garland Shipping (Navigation and Port Agency) Specialized shipping agency services including regular lines (since 1850), tramping, cruise ship and yacht handling, port agency, project cargo, offshore and scientific vessel support, and naval ship attendance at all Portuguese and Spanish ports. Exclusive Multiport membership in Continental Portugal provides access to 1,500+ ports worldwide.
• Garland Customs Solutions Dedicated customs clearance and brokerage services acting as intermediary between exporters/importers and the Tax and Customs Authority. Handles export and import declarations, issuance of certificates (CHEDD, EURO1, EURO-MED, ATR), transit declarations, and operates bonded and export warehouses. Supports UK/EU post-Brexit trade flows via partnership with PSL Freight.
• Motorcycle Transport Service Specialized road transport service for motorcycles between European terminals plus intercontinental transport on request. Includes flexible delivery/collection at terminals, exclusive Garland protection crates, and optional all-risks motorcycle insurance, targeted at motorcycle importers, dealers, and individual enthusiasts.
• Palletways Express Palletized Cargo Service Palletized cargo express transport across European destinations with daily collections and deliveries, door-to-door service, Track & Trace, and proof of delivery. Offers Premium 24h and Economy 48h services for Portugal/Spain, and 3-5 business days for other European destinations, targeted at SMB and mid-market shippers needing palletized freight.
• Garland Maroc (Morocco Operations) Transport and logistics services in Morocco via office in Casablanca, providing North African gateway for the group's Iberian-focused logistics and transport services.

Quantifiable outcome

• Logistics productivity increased by 25% through ZetesMedea solution implementation
• +4 more outcomes

Named customers6 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles5 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration3 records

Feature4 records

Partnerships

Seven partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• MultiportcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerGarland is the exclusive member of Multiport in Continental Portugal, providing access to over 1,500 ports worldwide. This partnership ensures the highest standards of quality and professionalism for the company's ship agency services.
• PalletwayscoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorGarland has been a member of the Palletways network since 2008, enabling efficient palletized cargo distribution across Europe with premium and economy service options.
• IATAcoreTechnology or IntegrationGarland is a member of IATA (International Air Transport Association), enabling the company to provide air freight services between Portugal, Spain, and destinations worldwide with quality assurance.
• PSL FreightminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership established for Brexit-related customs solutions, leveraging PSL Freight's 40+ years of experience at Dover Port and 24/7 operations for UK customs procedures.
• SealineminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCollaboration with Sealine on ship agency services, including the coordination of Biglift Barentsz vessel transport for Alcântara terminal cranes.
• Kline JapanminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerJoint venture established in 2005 with Kline Japan for international business development and expansion.
• Elite Global Logistics Network (EGLN)coreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorMember of EGLN global logistics network, enabling international cooperation and receiving recognition including the 'Best of Best Global Sales' award in 2020.

Scale indicators15 records

Recent moves9 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Broad incumbents

• DSV: Global transport and logistics group with significant European road, air, sea, and contract logistics. Comparable in service portfolio and Iberian presence; Garland competes for the same enterprise freight forwarding and contract logistics RFPs.
• Geodis: French-headquartered global logistics provider with strong European contract logistics, road, and freight forwarding. Comparable service breadth; Garland competes head-to-head in Iberian and European road freight forwarding.
• Kuehne+Nagel: Global top-3 freight forwarder with strong European road, sea, and air freight plus contract logistics. Competes with Garland on multi-modal freight forwarding and customs brokerage for Iberian enterprise clients but serves a far larger global footprint.
• DHL Supply Chain: World's largest contract logistics provider with comprehensive Iberian warehousing, transport, and customs services. Competes for the same enterprise outsourcing contracts that Garland pursues (e.g., Decathlon and similar retail accounts).
• XPO Logistics: European-focused contract logistics and freight transport provider (post-GXO spin). Overlaps with Garland in warehousing, dedicated transport, and Iberian freight forwarding for enterprise customers.
• DB Schenker: Global logistics incumbent with European road freight, contract logistics, and air/ocean services. Directly competes with Garland on Iberian road transport and freight forwarding but operates at vastly larger scale as part of Deutsche Bahn group.

Direct peers

• TIBA Logistics: Iberian freight forwarder and customs broker headquartered in Spain with strong Portuguese operations. Directly comparable in customs brokerage, road/sea/air transport, and Iberian distribution services targeting similar enterprise clients.
• ID Logistics: French-headquartered contract logistics specialist with significant Iberian operations. Comparable in dedicated warehousing, co-packaging, and retail/consumer contract logistics at similar scale to Garland Logistics.
• Rangel Logistics: Portuguese-headquartered logistics, transport, and customs broker. Most direct comparable given shared Iberian base, similar service portfolio (warehousing, road/sea/air freight, customs), and competing for the same enterprise accounts in Portugal and Spain.

Regional players

• Logista: Spain-headquartered distribution and logistics company focused on Iberia, particularly tobacco, pharmaceutical, and convenience retail. Overlaps in Iberian distribution and warehousing but is larger and more regionally concentrated in Spain rather than Portugal.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights1 record

Customer concentration

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Compliance6 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles4 records

Subsidiaries8 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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