Foundation of
Gallina Blanca,
company origin
of the group.
Lluís Carulla i
Canals founds
Gallina Blanca,
installed in
Barcelona’s central
boulevard, Passeig
de Gràcia.
Star
foundation
Star was born in 1948,
when Regolo Fossati
founded the factory in
Brianza. Star is the
translation of his
wife’s name, Stella
Pogliani.
Start of the
Food Service
activity
Creation of the foodservice division specifically for the catering and hotel market.
Beginning of the
international
activity (Africa)
Start of the
subsidiary
in Holland
(GranFood)
Two leading companies,
Gallina Blanca and Star, become one group.
Significant
growth in Africa
Growing portfolio in Africa with well-known local brands like Gino, Pomo, Jago and Bama.
Acquisition of Continental Foods,
enhancing the
business in Europe.
Entering into Germany,
France, Belgium,
Finland and Sweden
with leader local brands.
GBfoods strengthens its presence in Africa
GBfoods buys 49% of its African business from Helios.
