Portugal’s Largest Wine Company Honored for the Second Consecutive Year for Pioneering Practices in Supply Chain Decarbonization
Sogrape, the Portuguese leader in the wine sector with a strong international presence, was once again recognized at the prestigious The Drinks Business Green Awards 2025, winning the award in the Best Logistics and Supply Chain Green Initiative category. This recognition, presented at a ceremony in London, marks the second consecutive year that the company has stood out in this competition, reinforcing its commitment to environmental practices aligned with the Global Sustainability Program—Seed the Future.
Since its founding in 1942, Sogrape has sought to conduct its business responsibly, with a long-term vision that extends beyond vineyards and wineries. The supply chain—one of the sector’s greatest challenges regarding indirect greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions (Scope 3)—has been a strategic priority.
In 2024, the company implemented decisive measures to reduce carbon emissions in the supply chain and logistics, proving that the decarbonization of wine distribution is an achievable reality. Among the initiatives highlighted in the Portuguese operation are the introduction of biomethane trucks into the domestic fleet, in partnership with BA Glass—which reduce CO₂ emissions by up to 85% compared to diesel—the expansion of rail transport between Portugal and Spain, resulting in a 20% reduction in emissions on that route; the optimization of backhauling, with 34% of deliveries benefiting from optimized return trips; and a commitment to local sourcing, with 93% of suppliers located in Portugal.
Mafalda Guedes, Director of Corporate Communications and Sustainability at Sogrape and a fourth-generation member of the founding family, emphasizes: “This second consecutive recognition at The Drinks Business Green Awards validates Sogrape’s unwavering commitment to building a more resilient and responsible future. Innovation across the supply chain—from the vineyard to the glass—demonstrates essential leadership in decarbonizing the sector and reflects the collective effort of our teams toward the goals of the ‘Seed the Future’ Program.” With this award, Sogrape establishes itself as an international leader in balancing market leadership with environmental responsibility, transforming logistics into an opportunity for innovation and carbon reduction. The Drinks Business Green Awards, created in 2009 by the prestigious industry publication, are a benchmark for celebrating sustainable practices in the beverage industry, recognizing companies that promote innovation, energy efficiency, and environmental management.