Nicco Foods

Nicco Foods is an importer, wholesaler and distributor founded in 1993. It started as a sales & marketing organisation for manufacturers across Europe. At first, Nicco Foods built its business by importing Ciabatta bread from Italy. The company soon became renowned for its professional approach to market branded and private label products. Its office is based in Winsford, England.

Nicco Foods supplies to clients from all sectors such as retail, catering, wholesale, independent customers. The firm operates with well known companies such as Tesco, Marrison, Shoprite, Costco, etc. 

The firm offers one-stop service where orders can be placed for different types of products from several manufacturers. Nicco Foods provides samples of products if requested. In addition, the enterprise can source products they don't provide to customers. 

Nicco Foods team consists of 7 employees in total and was reported to achieve a revenue of € 0.76 million.

Nicco Foods offers numerous items in the following categories:

• Sweet Grocery: biscuits, sweet bread, gingerbread, etc.
• Chilled and Fresh Food: chilled sausages, chilled pies, salmon, etc.
• Frozen: frozen pastry, frozen poultry, frozen meat, etc.

To this day, Nicco Foods has a strong presence in the frozen food market, which accounts for 50% of its business with 20% in chilled products and 20% in ambient products. Ready-made food accounts for 10% of Nicco Foods Ltd business.

The company offers various products that are gluten-free, alcohol-free, vegan, as well as halal such as plant-based burgers, gluten-free cakes, sausages, etc.

Nicco Foods imports goods from various brands which are as follows: Heras, Campbell, Wicks Manor, Sargents, etc. These products come from countries like Italy, Ireland and many more.

The firm provides products under its private label such as salmon flakes and many more.

Nicco Foods is a member of the British Frozen Food Federation (BFFF) and the Institute of Grocery Distribution (IGD).

Moreover, Nicco Foods facilitates delivery by partnering with distributors such as Calina, Bidvest, Nagel Group, etc. Goods can be delivered within a day to a week time, depending on the location of the pick up point. Nicco Foods also organises deliveries with storage facilities if needed. The minimum order is 1 pallet. Nicco Foods supplies mixed pallets as well.

Nicco Foods’ expansion plans for the next three years are to develop business for the frozen retail market, particularly in the frozen snack sector, foods for the retail market and ready meals for food-to-go.