Imperial was founded in 1932 in Vila do Conde by Manuel Dias da Silva, who returned from Brazil with a new chocolate recipe.

The RAR Group acquires Imperial, making significant investments that have increased the company's production capacity.

Launch of the Pantagruel, Pintarolas, Jubileu, Allegro and Bom-Bokas brands.

The relaunch of the Regina brand was an important step in the history of the chocolate market in Portugal. The brand was relaunched with a new line of products, such as chocolate-covered almonds and hazelnuts, which quickly became market leaders.

Imperial was certified by ISO 9001, which provides a set of requirements for the implementation of a Quality Management System.

Imperial invests ten million euros in a new industrial unit as part of its technological modernisation strategy.

Imperial wins the COTEC SME Innovation Award, which is presented annually to an SME that has excelled nationally in its innovative attitude and activities.

Imperial is acquired by the Vallis Sustainable Investments I fund.

Imperial invests six million euros in a new high-tech production unit for chocolate dragees.

Imperial invests three million euros in a new tablet production unit, a project that will increase production capacity by 30%.

Imperial is acquired by Grupo Valor.

Imperial invests seven million euros in a new production line and wastewater treatment plant (WWTP).