What Glagio Do Brasil does

Glagio do Brasil Proteção Balística Eireli is a Brazilian manufacturer of personal ballistic protection equipment, founded in 1991 and headquartered in Minas Gerais. The company designs and produces NIJ-certified ballistic helmets (ACH, ACH HIGH CUT, PASGT), visors, vests (standard, tactical Level III++, floating/Navy Class V, plate carrier), ballistic shields (LWBS 2010, LWBS 3010), and a broad portfolio of ceramic/polyethylene and aramid-composite ballistic plates (GB and PBSA series covering NIJ Levels II through III++). Manufacturing relies on advanced composite materials sourced from global suppliers including Honeywell Gold Shield, DuPont Kevlar/Kevlar EXO and CoreMatrix, and Avient Dyneema Force Multiplier Technology, with products tested under NIJ standards 0101.04, 0101.06, 0106.01, and 0108.01.

The company sells almost exclusively to institutional buyers in Brazil, including the Brazilian Army, Navy, Air Force, Federal Police, Federal Highway Police, and the Military Police of Minas Gerais. Commercial activity is conducted via direct government procurement and formal tender processes, with multi-year contracts and quote-based, undisclosed pricing. International exposure is limited: in August 2023, Glagio signed a strategic distribution agreement with US-based Ace Link Armor to bring NIJ Level III++ hard armor plates to the American market, and it has participated in trade shows across Latin America, Europe, the Middle East, and Asia. Certifications include NIJ, ISO 9001, RINA, ABIMDE membership, NTS, CAEX, and APEX. The company is privately held under founder-led ownership (General Manager Luiz Paulo Lopes), with no disclosed external funding rounds, no parent company, and no public listing.

Name

Glagio Do Brasil

Legal name

Glagio do Brasil Proteção Balística Eireli

Website

https://glagio.com.br

Company type

Private

Founded year

1991

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Glagio do Brasil is a privately held Brazilian manufacturer of NIJ-certified ballistic helmets, vests, plates, and shields, founded in 1991 in Minas Gerais. It serves Brazil's Army, Navy, Air Force, Federal Police, Federal Highway Police, and Minas Gerais Military Police, with limited export reach via a US partnership with Ace Link Armor.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Headquarters

HQ city

Belo Horizonte

HQ country

Brazil

HQ region

Latin America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Ballistic Equipment Sales: Direct sales of ballistic protection equipment including helmets, vests, plates, and shields to military, police, and security organizations through government procurement and direct contracts

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels2 records

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

Glagio do Brasil manufactures and sells NIJ-certified ballistic protection equipment including ballistic helmets (ACH, ACH HIGH CUT, PASGT), visors, ballistic vests (standard, tactical, floating, plate carriers), ballistic shields, and ballistic plates (GB and PBSA series) for military, law enforcement, and security organizations. Products are built from advanced composite materials (aramid fibers, ceramics, polyethylene) integrated with Honeywell Gold Shield, DuPont Kevlar EXO, and CoreMatrix technologies, and are sold primarily through direct government procurement and international distribution channels.

Product overview

Glagio do Brasil is a specialized manufacturer of ballistic protection equipment with over 32 years of industry experience. The product portfolio is organized into four main categories: ballistic helmets (ACH, ACH HIGH CUT, PASGT) and visors; ballistic vests including standard, tactical (Level III++), and floating (NORMAN 5 certified) models plus plate carriers; ballistic shields (LWBS series); and ballistic plates (GB and PBSA series). The GB 2016 Black Diamond vest incorporates DuPont CoreMatrix™ and Avient Dyneema® technologies. The PBSA and GB plate families use ceramic/polyethylene and aramid composite materials respectively, with NIJ certification levels ranging from II to III++. Materials sourced from Honeywell Gold Shield®, DuPont Kevlar®, and CORDURA® underpin the product line. Products serve Brazilian military, federal police, and state police forces, and are exported to international markets through partnerships such as the Ace Link Armor collaboration for the US market.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• ACH Ballistic Helmet Ballistic helmet meeting ACH (Advanced Combat Helmet) form factor and STANAG 2920 performance requirements, providing head protection for military and law enforcement personnel.
• ACH HIGH CUT Ballistic Helmet Ballistic helmet with HIGH CUT design featuring aramid material, internal suspension system with seven water-resistant padding pads, and 4-color availability (black, olive green, beige, blue UN). Compatible with communication and night-vision accessories.
• PASGT Ballistic Helmet Ballistic helmet available in NIJ Level II and Level IIIA configurations, tested per NIJ Standards 0106.01 and 0108.01, with 4-point retention system and protection against 9mm FMJ, .357 Magnum JSP, and .44 Magnum ammunition.
• VISEIRA Ballistic Visor Ballistic visor made of acrylic/polycarbonate multi-layer lamination, offering full facial protection against ballistic and riot threats from helmet edge to below the chin. Sized 380mm x 140mm with 18mm thickness, NIJ Level II certified per 0106.01.
• COLETE BALÍSTICO (Ballistic Vest) Standard ballistic vest providing body protection against ballistic threats, forming part of Glagio's core vest portfolio alongside tactical, floating, and plate carrier variants.
• COLETE TÁTICO (Tactical Vest) NIJ Level III++ tactical vest with front and back pockets for ballistic plate insertion, MOLLE-compatible strap system, flame-retardant and chemical-repellant fabrics, advanced load distribution system, quick-release mechanism, and antimicrobial lining with heat dispersion coating.
• COLETE FLUTUANTE (Floating Vest) Floating ballistic vest rated NIJ Level IIIA to III, meeting NORMAN 5 requirements of the Brazilian Navy (Classe V), designed for maritime and aquatic operations requiring both buoyancy and ballistic protection.
• PLATE CARRIER Lightweight plate carrier made with 500D Nylon, designed to hold medium or large ballistic plates. Features adjustable waist and tensioned bands, Duraflex hardware, MOLLE system for modular pockets, quick-release mechanism, water-resistant coating, large airflow panels, and grab-drag emergency exfiltration handle.
• LWBS 2010 Ballistic Shield Ballistic shield rated NIJ Level II, measuring 620mm x 1000mm and weighing approximately 9.0 kg (±2.5%). Protects against .357 Magnum JSP and 9mm FMJ ammunition per NIJ Standard 0108.01, with coverage for lower threat levels.
• LWBS 3010 Ballistic Shield Semi-rigid aramid fiber laminate ballistic shield with visor, rated NIJ Level IIIA per 0108.01. Measures 550mm x 950mm, weighing approximately 8.0 kg (±2.5%), providing protection against .44 Magnum and 9mm FMJ. Includes 260mm x 110mm transparent polymer visor, ergonomic aluminum grip, and 6-year service life.
• GB 1003 Ballistic Plate NIJ Level III standalone ballistic plate, tested and verified per NIJ 0101.06 with additional special rifle threat validations.

Quantifiable outcome

• Products protecting officers in real-world confrontations - documented cases of vests saving lives during armed encounters

Named customers5 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

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Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature4 records

Partnerships

Four partnerships are on record, tiered core.

• Ace Link ArmorcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 1 August 2023Strategic partnership with US-based Ace Link Armor to bring Glagio's NIJ 0101.06 Level III++ certified ballistic plates to the American market. Ace Link Armor will distribute Glagio's hard armor plates that have passed rigorous NIJ testing for protection against high-powered rifle rounds including 7.62x51 M80, 5.56x45mm M855, and 7.62x39MSC.
• HoneywellcoreTechnology or IntegrationGlagio uses Honeywell's Gold Shield ballistic composite materials in protective vests for Brazilian law enforcement and military. Gold Shield materials combine aramid fibers and resins to meet performance requirements in soft and hard armor applications, providing flexibility and improved protection compared to traditional materials.
• DuPontcoreTechnology or IntegrationGlagio participates in DuPont's Kevlar EXO launch and uses CoreMatrix technology derived from Kevlar for civilian ballistic clothing. DuPont provides the advanced aramid fiber technology that is five times stronger than steel with inherent fire resistance properties.
• ABIMDEcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerActive member of the Brazilian Association of Defense and Security Materials Industries, participating in organized trade missions, the BID Brasil exhibition, and government defense industry events connecting Brazilian companies with international markets.

Scale indicators2 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Direct peers

• Point Blank Enterprises: US-based manufacturer of body armor and ballistic protection products including NIJ-certified vests, hard armor plates, and ballistic helmets for military and law enforcement. Closest direct peer in product line and customer base to Glagio.
• Mehler Vario System: German manufacturer of ballistic protection equipment including body armor, hard armor plates, and protective systems for European military and police forces. Comparable mid-size international peer serving government defense customers.
• Revision Military: North American manufacturer of advanced ballistic helmets, batons, and protective eyewear for military, law enforcement, and federal agencies. Direct peer in the ballistic helmet category where Glagio's ACH and PASGT lines compete.
• ArmorSource: US manufacturer of NIJ-certified hard armor plates and soft body armor for military and federal agencies. Direct peer in NIJ Level III and III++ plate manufacturing, the segment where Glagio's PBSA series competes.
• Ace Link Armor: US-based body armor manufacturer and current strategic distribution partner of Glagio for the US market. Directly comparable in NIJ-certified hard armor plates and soft body armor; dual role as both peer and channel partner.

Broad incumbents

• BAE Systems: Global defense prime contractor with operations in personal protection, survivability systems, and military equipment. Operates broadly across defense; personal armor is one of many segments but represents the same end-customer ecosystem as Glagio.
• Safariland (Axon): Major US manufacturer of body armor, tactical vests, and law enforcement equipment, now part of Axon Enterprise. Broader portfolio including holsters, duty belts, and uniforms but overlapping significantly with Glagio in ballistic vests and shields for police and military.
• 3M Personal Safety: US conglomerate with a personal safety division producing protective equipment, hearing protection, and PPE for industrial and defense markets. Material supplier to Glagio (via Honeywell-adjacent technology) but also a competitor in broader PPE categories.
• Gentex Corporation: US defense manufacturer producing advanced combat helmets (Ops-Core brand), body armor, and optical systems for militaries and federal agencies. Comparable in ACH-style helmet category; broader portfolio spans multiple defense segments.

Regional players

• Condor Tactical / Magplanilhas: Brazilian manufacturer and distributor of tactical gear, plate carriers, and modular equipment for the Brazilian and Latin American public security market. Operates in the same regional space as Glagio with overlapping customer base but a broader consumer/prosumer focus.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance3 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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