Established in 1841, the British-based Gilman Group is the longest established trading company in the region. Named after its founder Sir Gilman, the group has been the leading pioneer in the trade industry since early times with trading of essential commodities such as rice and oil. The 1940s ushered in a new focus, one of premium home appliances, which at the time were precious and uncommon. This began with their introduction of Philco into the market, launching their US products including premium-built side-by-side refrigerators and window air conditioners. It was met with such success that it grew to become the primary focus of the group. Ownership of these striking and exotic appliances was a symbol of status and membership to the higher levels of society thus appealing to the most distinguished customer groups.
Gilman Home Appliances under the Gilman Group has been and remains to be the leading distributor of celebrated brands of electrical home appliances since 1841. Gilman represents an impressive inventory of world-renowned quality brands such as De Dietrich, Brandt, Philco and Morphy Richards. It has a dynamic team of market professionals representing the numerous brands through their identification of complete ranges and innovative product selection to cater for all customer segments and needs.
