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    The history of Transportes Pascoal dates back to 1982 and has been shaped over the years by the dedication of José Pascoal. Born in the village of Monsanto, José Pascoal learned the value of hard work from an early age and developed a natural connection to the transport industry, inherited from his father, who was a professional driver.

    From Passion to European Benchmark

    At the age of 34, José Pascoal purchased his first truck, embarking on a journey that would transform his passion into a leading company in the road freight transport sector, both in Portugal and across Europe.

    Sustainable Growth and International Presence

    The company’s growth to the present day has been gradual, solid, and sustainable, consolidated over the course of four decades.

    Today, Transportes Pascoal operates a modern fleet of approximately 411 vehicles and maintains its own infrastructure both in Portugal and abroad, with a strategic presence in Spain, France, and the United Kingdom.

    However, our company’s history is not measured solely in numbers, but above all, in people: the dedication of our team, our professionalism, and the trust of our clients are the true engine of our success.

    Mission, Vision, and Values

    What drives us

    Mission

    To ensure national and international freight transport with punctuality, safety, and availability 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.

    Vision

    To be a benchmark in the European road transport market, offering efficient and high-quality distribution and logistics services.

    Valores

    Professionalism, Honesty, Transparency, Respect for the Environment

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    Distinctions & Awards

    2005 Quality Crown Award
    BID (Business Initiated Directions) – London

    2008 Arch of Europe Award
    for Quality and Tecnology Platinium Category – Frankfurt

    2018 International Core Quality Award
    Excellence, Quality, and Innovation – Frankfurt.

    2019 The Winner Awards
    Business Leaders Brazil – IBI, Brazil

    2022 The Winner Paris
    Service Quality – IBI, Paris

    2022 Automotive Image Award
    Dignification of the road freight transport image – Lisbon.

    2024 ESG Reporting Pioneer Seal
    SIBS

    2025 Inovadora COTEC Status: COTEC Portugal.

    Certifications

    1993

    General Directorate of Land Transport

    Professional competence for the operation of international public road freight transport

    1996

    ANTRAM

    Dangerous Goods certification for Management/Supervisors

    2005

    London Quality Crown

    Recognition for Customer Satisfaction, Leadership, Innovation, and Efficiency (Quality and Excellence)

    2008

    BID (Business Initiated Directions)

    QC100 Total Quality Management

    2008

    Arch of Europe

    Quality and Technology

    2011

    Europe

    Member of Europe’s 500 Top Growth Companies

    2013

    ANTRAM

    Member of the National Association of Public Road Freight Transport

    2013

    ISQ (Institute of Welding and Quality)

    Approval for the use of Reinforced Refrigerated vehicles (Class C-FRC)

    2018

    Municipality of Mealhada

    World Tree Day – Planting of a Sequoia in the Barcouço Public Garden

    2019

    Scania Ibérica

    50 trees planted in the SCANIA Forest in Madrid

    2019

    Municipality of Mealhada

    Recognition for Services Rendered to the Community of Mealhada.

    2022

    TUV RHEINLAND

    Quality Certification.

    2024

    TAPA

    Trucking Security Requirements (TSR) 2023, Level 3.

    2025

    TUV RHEINLAND

    ISO 9001:2015

    Quality That Inspires Confidence

    TÜV Certified Quality Management System (9001:2015)

    The company holds a Quality Management System certified by TÜV, covering the scope of national and international transport of general cargo, dangerous goods (ADR), temperature-controlled freight, logistics, and warehousing.

    TAPA Certification – Security and Reliability in Transport

    Furthermore, the company holds the TAPA FSR (Facility Security Requirements) certification from the Transported Asset Protection Association. This certification guarantees that our facilities comply with rigorous security standards, minimizing losses and protecting valuable goods across national and international supply chains.

    Mensagem

    ”Desde 1982, a Transportes Pascoal é movida por um propósito que vai além das estradas: ligar pessoas, construir confiança e entregar valor com integridade. O nosso crescimento nasceu do trabalho árduo, da paixão e do respeito pelas pessoas, pelos clientes e pelo ambiente. Hoje, com uma presença sólida na Europa, mantemos o mesmo compromisso: transportar com segurança, pontualidade e transparência, porque acreditamos que o verdadeiro progresso acontece quando seguimos juntos, com humanidade e visão de futuro.”

    José Pascoal