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  • Following the Qualification of Orense Sporting Club EL ORO WILL HOST ITS FIRST CONMEBOL SUDAMERICANA MATCH

    Following the Qualification of Orense Sporting Club EL ORO WILL HOST ITS FIRST CONMEBOL SUDAMERICANA MATCH

    Following the Qualification of Orense Sporting Club
    EL ORO WILL HOST ITS FIRST CONMEBOL SUDAMERICANA MATCH 

    March 5, 2026, will be a highly anticipated date for sports fans in El Oro. The Estadio 9 de Mayo – Banco de Machala will host its first-ever international club competition match, following Orense S.C.’s qualification for the CONMEBOL Sudamericana as Ecuador 1. This status allows the team to play at home in the preliminary round of the tournament.

    The match will be a single-leg encounter against Macará, with the winner advancing to the group stage of the international competition. There is strong anticipation that the provincial team will achieve this long-awaited qualification, which would allow Machala and El Oro to host at least three additional matches against international clubs.

  • A Recognition That Drives Our Growth: Corporación Palmar at the EKOS 1000 Awards

    A Recognition That Drives Our Growth: Corporación Palmar at the EKOS 1000 Awards

    A Recognition That Drives Our Growth: Corporación Palmar at the EKOS 1000 Awards

    We were part of the EKOS 1000 Awards, an annual recognition honoring the 1,000 most influential and outstanding companies in Ecuador. This award, granted to four of our subsidiaries by Ekos magazine, highlights economic performance, leadership, innovation, and contributions to national development:
     
    – Export Division (Comersur & Exbaoro)
    – Incarpalm
    – Icapar

    Being part of this recognition motivates us to continue strengthening our business vision and contributing to the sustainable growth of the national industry. This distinction consolidates our companies’ position as benchmarks of solidity and commitment in the Ecuadorian market.

  • More Than Boxes, We Are Quality: An Experience That Connects Us with Excellence

    More Than Boxes, We Are Quality: An Experience That Connects Us with Excellence

    More Than Boxes, We Are Quality: An Experience That Connects Us with Excellence

    As part of Quality Day, Incarpalm hosted the event “More Than Boxes, We Are Quality”, a meeting space with clients to share experiences and reaffirm the company’s commitment to excellence. The event featured presentations by FSC Ecuador and Mucho Mejor Ecuador certification bodies, highlighting the importance of responsibility and sustainability in every process.

    Additionally, the Quality Route was carried out—a guided tour of the plant that showcased Incarpalm’s operational standards and reinforced the value behind each packaging solution.

  • Incarpalm Participates for the First Time in SIFLOR 2025: Innovation Blooming Alongside the Floriculture Sector

    Incarpalm Participates for the First Time in SIFLOR 2025: Innovation Blooming Alongside the Floriculture Sector

    Incarpalm Participates for the First Time in SIFLOR 2025: Innovation Blooming Alongside the Floriculture Sector

    Incarpalm participated for the first time in SIFLOR 2025, held at the Quorum of Paseo San Francisco in Cumbayá, where it showcased packaging engineering solutions for the floriculture sector. The stand served as a meeting point for clients, partners, and visitors interested in innovative and efficient proposals.

    Incarpalm invited Paola Traverso as a special speaker to deliver the management talk “Leading with OKRs”, along with strategic sessions focused on leadership development.

    The event concluded with a networking space that strengthened institutional relationships and generated new collaboration opportunities within the floriculture market.

  •  Fumipalma Delivers a Charitable Project to “Provincia de Los Ríos” School in Barbones

     Fumipalma Delivers a Charitable Project to “Provincia de Los Ríos” School in Barbones

    Fumipalma Delivers a Charitable Project to “Provincia de Los Ríos” School in Barbones

    On December 9, our founder, Mr. Euclides Palacios, together with Eng. Darwin Palacios, donated a metal roof structure to the “Provincia de Los Ríos” Basic Education School, located in Barbones, benefiting 930 students.

    The structure, named “Euclides Palacios” in honor of its main promoter, will provide a safe and suitable space for sports and civic activities at the school, contributing to the comprehensive development of children.

  • Palmaplast: Incorporation of Two New Extrusion Machines at our Industrial Plant

    Palmaplast: Incorporation of Two New Extrusion Machines at our Industrial Plant

    Palmaplast: Incorporation of Two New Extrusion Machines at Our Industrial Plant

    On December 1, Palmaplast officially presented two new extrusion machines incorporated into its industrial plant, as part of a strategic investment aimed at strengthening production capacity and advancing its modernization process.
     
    The event included a ceremonial act during which the new equipment was blessed, symbolically marking the start of operations and reaffirming the company’s commitment to responsible and sustainable growth. Executives and employees participated in a guided tour of the facilities, where they were able to learn firsthand about the operation of the new extruders and their contribution to process optimization.
     
    With this addition, Palmaplast reinforces its commitment to technological innovation, operational efficiency, and industrial capacity strengthening, consolidating its position as a company focused on continuous development and ongoing process improvement.   

  • Russian Delegation Verifies Export Standards at Corporación Palmar 

    Russian Delegation Verifies Export Standards at Corporación Palmar 

    Russian Delegation Verifies Export Standards at Corporación Palmar 

    On Wednesday, November 26, we received a visit from a Russian delegation at the farm of one of our producers, with the purpose of conducting a document review and analyses of water, soil, and fruit.

    The results were favorable, successfully meeting all requirements and confirming compliance with the guidelines demanded by the Russian market. This visit reaffirms Palmar’s commitment to quality, traceability, and production safety for international markets.  

  • Training on the New Version of the GLOBALG.A.P. Standard 

    Training on the New Version of the GLOBALG.A.P. Standard 

    Training on the New Version of the GLOBALG.A.P. Standard 

    With the aim of strengthening technical knowledge and promoting good agricultural practices, personnel from Palmar’s Agricultural Division participated in specialized training on the new version 06 of the GLOBALG.A.P. standard—the latest update of the international benchmark that certifies products cultivated in a safe, responsible, and sustainable manner.

    The training lasted three days and was delivered by authorized GLOBALG.A.P. personnel.
     
    As part of the process, representatives from the Agricultural Division successfully passed the final assessment, granting them the opportunity to become registered trainers of the standard. This represents a key step toward further enhancing the quality of our processes and ensuring agricultural practices aligned with the highest international standards.

    Through this initiative, Palmar reaffirms its commitment to continuous improvement, ongoing training, and compliance with international regulations.

  • 80 years of our founder’s legacy

    80 years of our founder’s legacy

    80 Years of Our Founder’s Legacy

    On February 11, we proudly celebrated the 80th birthday of our president and founder, Don Euclides Palacios — a man whose vision, effort, and leadership have left a lasting mark on our history.  
    Thanks to his tireless dedication and strategic thinking, Corporación Palmar has become a benchmark in the banana industry, guided by principles of hard work, commitment, and excellence.  
    Today, the entire Palmar family celebrates his legacy, inspired by his teachings, entrepreneurial spirit, and ability to turn challenges into opportunities.  
    Happy Birthday, Don Euclides! 

  • Sailing toward digital transformation

    Sailing toward digital transformation

    Sailing Toward Digital Transformation  

    At Palmar, we remain committed to technological advancement. Aboard the Ship of Change, we are steadily moving forward in our digital transformation by adopting tools that optimize our management and enhance strategic decision-making.
     
    As part of this journey, we’ve launched the pre-modeling phase for implementing SAP Business One — an ERP designed to improve efficiency across all operations. During this crucial stage, our teams are receiving intensive training to become familiar with the platform, understand its full potential, and address any questions before full integration.

    Every step brings us closer to a more agile, connected, and precise operation. With this initiative, we reaffirm our commitment to innovation and continuous improvement, ensuring a more efficient future for Palmar.