Iki Lithuania

IKI Lietuva, operating under the IKI brand, is one of Lithuania's leading grocery retail chains and a subsidiary of the international REWE Group since 2008. Founded in 1992 by brothers George, Olivier, and Nicolas Ortiz, the company has grown into the second-largest grocer in the country with a strong focus on fresh, high-quality products including fruit, vegetables, meat, fish, and bakery items.

IKI operates over 240 stores nationwide across more than 70 cities, featuring formats such as IKI Supermarket, IKI Premium Supermarket, and IKI Express convenience stores. These outlets offer a diverse assortment exceeding 3,000 references in food and non-food categories, emphasizing fresh and chilled products, dairy, frozen foods, drinks, personal care items like cosmetics and skincare, and household essentials. The chain highlights authentic Lithuanian flavors through collaborations with local farmers and small producers, alongside its own premium brands such as Iki for nuts, Cento for everyday items, Vivess for kitchen wares, and Bon Via for fresh fruits and vegetables. Organic products and eco-friendly initiatives, including a ban on plastic shopping bags, underscore its commitment to sustainability.

Innovation drives IKI's operations, with pioneering efforts like in-store baking of fresh croissants and French baguettes, the launch of the first autonomous stores in the Baltic States in partnership with Pixevia, and rapid delivery services via LastMile, offering same-hour deliveries in major cities. The company has expanded its omnichannel presence with an e-store, click-and-collect at over 80 points, and partnerships enhancing assortment in cosmetics, baby items, pet supplies, and specialty foods. Logistics are supported by a fulfillment center and advanced warehouse management, utilizing in-store fulfillment for efficient e-commerce scaling without centralized warehouses.

As a major employer with around 5,500 to 5,770 staff, IKI invests in employee well-being through technologies like the MELP platform for personalized benefits, internal communication, and recruitment. In 2022, the company reported sales revenue of approximately €719 million, reflecting robust financial performance in Lithuania's competitive grocery market.