Margarida Alves

With a turnover of around EUR 156 million, Sidul is the largest sugar refinery in the country. The Portuguese and Spanish markets represent over 90% of the sugar produced. The quality of sugar that Sidul sugar refines, its know-how and strict compliance with international standards and processes, allowing it to achieve the prestigious position it occupies today. In the many years of activity, Sidul Sugars has always favored the establishment of lasting relationships with its more than 300 clients, adapting and expanding its product portfolio to customer needs and requirements. This has contributed to the commitment of all the company's employees, always respecting the quality and environmental policies. In Sidul, we believe that sustainable development should be made aware of the best environmental practices. The company has, over the past 10 years, reducing water consumption by almost 50% and energy consumption by more than 10%. In addition, we invest in training our employees for their performance based on policy 3R's: Reduce, Reuse and Recycle.