Newaco Angola

Newaco Grupo is Angola's leading distributor of frozen and fresh food products, headquartered in Luanda. Established in 1998, the company has grown into a major player in the food import, wholesale, and retail sectors, specializing in high-quality frozen proteins, seafood, fruits, and vegetables sourced globally.

Newaco imports directly from key suppliers in Brazil, China, India, Portugal, Spain, Argentina, Australia, the USA, and other regions, offering products like beef, pork, poultry, and seafood. As the sole national distributor for Sadia products in Angola, it serves a diverse customer base including wholesalers, retailers, Horeca channels, supermarkets, restaurants, and institutional buyers. The company's robust supply chain ensures competitive pricing through direct manufacturer negotiations and reliable delivery via its own fleet of over 100 vehicles or independent truckers.

Operating more than 52 storage and distribution facilities across Angola, Newaco maintains approximately 25,000 tons of frozen storage capacity, supporting nationwide distribution from North to South. Many of these facilities double as retail outlets under the Fresmart and Fresmart Express brands. Fresmart supermarkets focus on fresh and frozen foods, with 60% locally sourced products like meat, fish, fruits, and vegetables, fostering opportunities for local producers.

• Fresmart network: Approximately 28-30 supermarket outlets, including a recent 500 sqm store in Lubango that created over 40 jobs.
• Logistics excellence: Advanced cold chain management for perishable goods, including refrigerated transport and cold storage.
• Retail focus: Emphasis on food, drinks, and fresh produce in supermarkets, providing accessible quality products at affordable prices.

Newaco's commitment to quality, consistency, and service has earned market leadership in frozen food wholesale. The group supports Angola's economy through job creation, with around 570 employees, and investments like the K180 million ($420,000) Fresmart expansion. Its Fresmart stores cater to everyday consumer needs in groceries, meats, seafood, and produce, making it an attractive partner for international manufacturers seeking strong distribution in Angola's growing retail market.