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1995
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France
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1995
The Beauty Success Group englobes 6 chains and was founded by Philippe and Christophe Georges as a family business in 1995 and the firm specialises as a perfumery in France.
By 2000, the company was operating 100 franchises. In 2007, the group launched its own brand; Beauty Success and in 2013, it started the Beauty Success Institute Concept. The company became the franchisor of Tanguy Pharmacie in 2015 and acquired Esthetic Center in 2016.
3 new branches were opened in 2019 including Esthetic Center brand and a Beauty Success perfume store.
In 2020, Beauty Success Group acquired Beauty One Paris which operates 140 beauty centers and institutes.
Nowadays, there are 310 stores operated by Beauty Success Group.
The company also started Beauty Sisters, a concept store that specializes in makeup and Parfumerie Nicole, a perfumery inspired by Nicole George, the mother of the founders of the Beauty Success Group.
The idea behind Parfumerie Nicole is to bring back the authentic way of perfume manufacturing and offer premium brands like Hermès and Prada. The group now has over 400 product references.
In 2022, Beauty Success achieved a turnover of €250 million and it employs 2,700 employees.
Beauty Success is currently ranked in the 4th position in the French market for perfumery according to Premium Beauty News and won the Best Chain of Stores 2017/2018 France in the category Cosmetics and Perfumery.
Natural and green products are available as well.
Beauty Success Group manages the following private labels:
The Beauty Success Group handles weekly delivery for all the brands it offers and manages the stock for its different chains.
The e-commerce website of Beauty Success is available on www.beautysuccess.fr
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1999
Year of creation
Romania
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1999
Catena is a retailer dealing in products from the personal care category and was established in 1999. The company is a subsidiary of Fildas, a Romanian company involved in the healthcare and pharmaceutical industry. Headquartered in Romania, the firm is the leading pharmaceutical retailer in the country and has been operating for more than 20 years in the market.
Catena caters to over 4.5 million clients and has 850 pharmacies across the country.
Additionally, the company also allows the possibility to book its products online. Catena also owns a mobile application, Catena Pharmacy.
With a workforce of 5,000 employees, the company achieved a turnover of € 949.5 million in 2020 and became the leading pharmaceutical company in Romania.
Over the years, Catena has won various awards such as the Best Buy Award for the best quality/price ratio in Romania. The company was selected as the leading pharmacy in Romania by Superbrands Romania based on the votes of customers as well as specialists. In 2015, Catena also won the “Special Award for the quality of services provided to families and children” by Forbes.
The retailer offers various products in the personal care category such as hair care, skincare, makeup, etc.
Catena endorses brands such as Movial, Vedixin, Transpiblock, Kadermin, etc
Additionally, the firm offers a line of bio and natural products which are as follows:
With regards to logistics, the Fildas-Catena Group owns 14 logistics centers for the storage and distribution of pharmaceutical products. Moreover, the firm works with more than 150 suppliers.
Concerned about the welfare of its community, Catena has been involved in many health campaigns in Romania and sponsors various charities such as Save the Children! Romania and the Light into Europe foundation. In addition to that, the company also supports Art and sports campaigns.
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1998
Year of creation
Germany
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1998
Amazon is an online retailer which has been present in Germany since 1998 and the company has been evolving since then. The headquarters is based in Munich. Germany is considered Amazon’s second largest market after the United States in terms of turnover. Amazon is listed among the companies which dominate e-commerce in Germany.
Amazon Prime, a payable service that gives access to next day delivery as well as unlimited streaming is also available in Germany.
Amazon Fresh is also established in the country and offers 85 000 references in the food and non-food categories.
For 2020, the company achieved a turnover of €25 billion, making Germany the second largest market for Amazon. Currently, around 16 000 associates are employed by the firm.
As of 2018, the company occupied 28.7% of the German market share.
The company received the NRW.INVEST Award from the NRW’s Economics Minister Andreas Pinkwart.
The product categories offered by Amazon Germany include:
Amazon provides its own brands among which some of them listed below:
There are currently 16 logistic centres across Germany equipped with robots. Moreover, a modern logistics center in Gera will be launched in 2021 creating over 1000 jobs for locals. The company operates a low-emission fleet to conduct deliveries and opened an inbound cross dock distribution center in Dortmund for outbound deliveries.
Concerning sustainability, Amazon Germany launched Climate Pledge, a program that is committed to become zero carbon by 2040 and use only renewable energy by 2030. The firm is aiming on reducing, reusing and reselling products to reduce waste.
Amazon Germany’s online shop can be accessed on www.amazon.de
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1916
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Italy
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1
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1916
Gruppo Coin S.p.A. is a prominent Italian retail group with a strong presence in the apparel, department store, and specialty retail sectors. Founded in 1916 by Vittorio Coin, the group has maintained a deep-rooted connection to Venetian trade traditions, evolving over more than a century to meet changing consumer needs and expanding its market footprint across Italy.
The company operates under several major brand names, including Coin, OVS Industry, and UPIM. The Coin brand represents the group's flagship department stores, targeting the upscale market with over 80 company-owned and franchised locations. OVS Industry is recognized as Italy’s largest apparel retailer, originally launched in 1972 as 'Magazzini Oviesse' and has since expanded to include a network of approximately 1,100 stores in Italy. UPIM, acquired in 2010, is another key apparel brand with about 135 directly operated stores and an extended franchise network, including over 15 BluKids stores specialized in children's apparel.
In total, Gruppo Coin manages approximately 1,100 selling points across Italy, including department stores, apparel retail outlets, and specialty stores, making it one of the largest retail networks in the country. Their sales network also includes distribution centers and warehouses necessary for supply chain and inventory management.
The group's retail formats include supermarkets and hypermarkets in department store layouts, catering mainly to food, drinks, beauty, apparel, and home furnishing categories. The company has successfully transformed former retail chains, such as the conversion of La Standa stores into its own formats like Oviesse and Coin.
Financially, Gruppo Coin reported sales approximating €1.18 billion as of recent estimates, positioning it among the top players in the Italian retail market, with an estimated turnover range between 1 to 10 billion euros based on scale and market share. The group employs about 10,000 to 50,000 people in Italy, reflecting its large operational scale.
Gruppo Coin continues to pursue growth while remaining largely controlled by the founding family. Its strategic focus includes expanding its apparel and department store brands, reinforcing its leadership in the Italian market with about 7.4% market share ahead of competitors such as Benetton, Calzedonia, Max Mara, H&M, and Zara.
Overall, Gruppo Coin is a key player in Italy's FMCG purchasing group sector, with extensive retail coverage in supermarkets, hypermarkets, department stores, distribution centers, and warehouses, focused primarily on food, drinks, beauty, apparel, and home furnishing categories.
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1990
Year of creation
Russia
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1990
Protek is a Russian distributor of personal and pharmaceutical products that was founded in 1990 by Vadim Yakunin and Grigor Khachaturov. The company distributes to around 20000 companies including Apmakonenka, Oneka, Camcoh Dapma, etc.
Protek distributes products from Russian pharmaceutical producers as well. At present, the company works with 619 suppliers.
Protek was awarded as the distributor of the year in 2000 and is also recognised as one of the 20 most successful companies in Russia. It is also one of the Russian leading importers.
Protek achieved a turnover of € 1.5 billion in 2019 and employs around 15000 people.
Protek offers a wide range of personal care products such as skin care, hair care, face care, etc.
Brands such as L’Oreal, Johnson & Johnson, Roche, Pierre Fabre are distributed by Protek.
Concerning the logistics, Protek operates 8 interregional logistic centres and 39 depots. There are also 15 representations with depots and 9 branches which have their own fully-equipped warehouses. A new logistics center will be built in 2020.
Protek launched the Protek Charitable Foundation in 2006. The charity has created the Health to People Program which provides financial and medical support to needy people in Russia.
In 2019, it was announced that Protek has entered a joint venture with Sechenov University in order to work on telemedicine technologies development. During the same year, Protek also launched a distance learning project called University PRO enabling those who pass the program to follow a free module at Sechenov University.
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2002
Year of creation
Switzerland
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2002
Founded in 2002 in Switzerland, DKSH is an importer which helps FMCG brands enter the Asian market. The company offers marketing and sales support, retail solutions and logistic services and regulatory support services to various brands.
DKSH distributes brands to countries like China, Brunei, Cambodia, Indonesia, Thailand, Singapore, etc.
DKSH works with 1900 clients including supermarkets, specialty stores, department stores, hotels, convenience stores, bakeries, restaurants, e-commerce platforms, etc.
DKSH achieved a turnover of € 10.8 billion in 2019 and during that same year, the company employed 33350 people.
DKSH distributes an array of items in various categories including:
DKSH distributes products from different brands such as Angus, Even, Buttercup, Lotus, Cru, Canary, Alomar, Cadbury, Lindt, etc.
DKSH collaborates with 1900 suppliers.
The business operates 150 distribution centres across the world.
DKSH is ISO 9001, ISO 13485, GMP and GDP certified.
The business manages 44 innovation centers.
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1987
Year of creation
Spain
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Year of creation
1987
Druni is a retailer of personal care products based in Spain. Founded in 1987 by the Casp family, Druni operates 330 stores in the country as well as an online shop. The company offers both luxury products and low-budget products. Druni has been providing innovative products as well.
Druni acquired the beauty chain Gilgo in 2015. Furthermore, Druni also took over the chain Atalaya.
At present Druni operates its 330 stores under the following banners:
Druni
Gilgo
Atalaya
In 2017, Druni attained a turnover of € 288 million and employs around 2000 people.
Druni offers products in the personal care category including skincare, hair care, hygiene, fragrances, etc.
Brands such as Ecoderma, Escada, Loewe, L’Oreal, Clarins, Soul, etc.
Druni also developed its own label, DRN, consisting of products such as face care, skincare and so on. The brand is available only in Druni stores.
Druni’s online shop can be accessed on www.druni.es
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2
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1947
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Italy
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2
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1947
Founded in 1947, Autogrill is a catering company operating food service establishments in airports, stations and on motorways.
Initially the company was known as Pavesi which offered biscuits and gradually started operating as a local bar in the 1950s. In 1977, following a merger between Pavesi and 2 other motorway catering businesses: Motta and Alemagna, Autogrill was founded. The state-owned company was privatized in 1995.
Autogrill ventured on the international market by opening food service establishments under the same banner in France and Spain in 1993.
In 1995, the business was acquired by the Benetton family and in 1997, Autogrill was listed on the Italian Stock Exchange. During that year, Autogrill entered Belgium, the Netherlands, Austria and Germany.
1999 was an important period for Autogrill which acquired HMSHost,entering the travel retail industry including airports, railway stations, museums and motorways. By 2000, the company started to expand its business in the travel retail sector in 2 areas: Duty Free and Restaurants.
Autogrill continued to expand by acquiring several businesses over the years in the travel retail sector. In 2002, it took over SMSI Travel Centers which operate catering services in Ontario, Canada and Receco in Spain which operates in railway stations. In 2003, it acquired Anton Airfood, establishing its presence in North America.
In 2005, the firm took over Steigenberger Gastronomie in Germany and in 2008 it acquired Aldeasa, a Spanish travel retail and duty-free company as well as World Duty Free, a travel retail company as well.
In 2013, Autogrill separated its 2 activities. The retail travel sector is transferred to World Duty Free while Autogrill concentrates on the catering sector.
The company has also partnered with Vapiano in order to operate Vapiano restaurants airports in the UK, Scandinavia, Germany and the Netherlands
At present Autogrill manages over 300 national and international banners. The company has opted for national banners in order to help customers discover local dishes and products in each country and also partnered with international banners so as to cater for those customers who want to find banners they are already familiar with.
Autogrill owns some of the following banners including (but not limited to):
1897 Market
Amo
Beaudevin
Bubbles Wine Bar
The Burger Federation
Cafe Chocolat
Ciao Ristorante
Territori D’Italia
Autogrill is the licensed operator for the following international franchises in airports, railways and motorways including (but not limited to):
Burger King
Starbucks Cafe
Buffalo Grill
California Pizza Kitchen
Class’ Croute Restaurant
La Place
Autogrill operates a large number of establishments in 147 airports in the world.
In 2018, Autogrill registered a turnover of € 4.7 billion. 58% of the revenue is from airport catering and 34% from highway catering. 51% of the revenue is from North America while 37% from Europe. The remaining is from other countries across the world.
Autrogrill employs over 60000 people across the world.
Autogrill has a Research and Development area that also includes a test kitchen where the company is constantly working on new products.
Autogrill has also implemented a lot of measures to be sustainable. In the case of the protection of the environment, the firm chooses suppliers who not only have good ethics but also apply environmental-friendly practices.
The firm has also collaborated with Coca-Cola in order to recover plastic bottles to be recycled. In India, Autogrill is now replacing plastic bags with eco-friendly alternatives and in Australia,the firm has introduced the “Bring Your Own Cup” concept, encouraging customers to carry their own cups or mugs instead of using disposable ones.
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HMS Host International is the International division for HMS Host, an American contract catering business. While HMSHost handles the American market, HMS Host International manages the operations in Europe, Asia Pacific and the Middle East. HMSHost has been owned by Autogrill since 1999. HMSHost International’s headquarters is located in the Netherlands.
HMSHost International has been operating for over 50 years and is present in countries such as China, Australia, India, Indonesia, Russia, the Netherlands, Vietnam, etc. The company operates several food service businesses in airports, railway stations and malls.
HMS Host International operates more than 300 local, specialty, national and proprietary banners in more than 120 airports across the world. Furthermore, a team of renowned chefs is constantly working in order to develop menus for exclusive, local and chef-inspired restaurants.
HMSHost International has partnered with franchises such as Burger King, Starbucks and Leon, operating their franchises in airports, railway stations and malls.
At present, HMSHost International manages a total of 18 Burger King restaurants and 11 Leon restaurants across the world.
Furthermore, HMSHost International also manages several Proprietary banners which include:
VIT: a chain which operates in the UAE, the UK and the Netherlands
Bistrot: an Italian-style food service
Nordic Nature: a food service chain offering Nordic meals
Fair Taste: a restaurant/cafe offering healthy options
Two Tigers: an Asian-style restaurant
Cafe Coco: a luxury cafe chain
Puro Gusto: an Italian coffee shop and bakery
The business is taking measures to minimise the use of packaging where possible. Furthermore, it is using recycled materials, ensuring that it works with suppliers who provide recyclable packaging. Measures are also being taken in order to reduce wastage.
For example, HMSHost International works with a Waste management Company in order to sort its waste, hence enabling it to recycle. Moreover, the company is also working with Coca Cola to collect plastic bottles which are recycled into chairs and shirts. HMSHost International’s restaurants use Ecolabel napkins and biodegradable utensils.
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1991
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Hungary
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Year of creation
1991
Interalfa Complex was founded in 1991 in Budapest, Hungary. The family business, owned by Jozsef Friesz Jr. used to produce jewelry but stopped by 1996, concentrating solely on the import and distribution of personal care products.
In 2015, Interalfa Complex launched a logistics company under the name ECO Magyarorszag.
Interalfa Complex clients include retail chains, pharmacies, retailers, hotel gift shops, etc. The firm supplies over 250 shops along Lake Balaton. In addition to this, Interalfa Complex works with 69 wholesalers located in 55 cities and towns across the country. The company also exports to the UK, Ireland, Italy, Germany, Poland, Slovakia, Serbia, etc.
Interalfa Complex’s clients include Rossmann, Interspar, Tesco, Auchan, Metro, Douglas, etc.
Interalfa Complex achieves an annual turnover of € 6.1 million and employs 20 people.
Interalfa Complex provides products in the personal care category including supplements, fragrances, face care, skincare, etc.
Brands such as Nike, Creme 21, Travalo, Herbina, etc. are supplied by the company. Furthermore, Interalfa Complex is the exclusive distributor for the European market for Swiss Arabian Perfumes, Aslen Bugle International and Shantou Meibao Cosmetics.
Interalfa Complex has also developed its private label, Paris Prestige. The brand is expanding by offering a variety of personal care products.
Interalfa Complex manages 4 warehouses with a total floor area of 2400 m2. The company operates a fleet of 7 delivery vehicles.
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1973
Year of creation
United Kingdom
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1973
Founded by Allen Llyod in 1973, Lloyds Pharmacy is a British personal care retail chain. Its headquarters is based in Coventry, United Kingdom. Lloyds Pharmacy is owned by McKesson, an American company which provides healthcare services.
Moreover, the firm owns a number of companies which includes John Bell & Croyden, a multichannel healthcare business and Dr Thom, a commercial online doctor service.
Lloyds Pharmacy operates over 1,650 pharmacies and an online store as well. Furthermore, the business dispenses over 150 million prescription items every year.
In the financial year 2021, Lloyds achieved a turnover of €2.3 billion and employed around 17,000 people.
Additionally, Lloyds Pharmacy offers an extensive range of products in the personal care category which involves:
Lloyds Pharmacy UK endorses brands such as Colgate, Viviscal, Aussie and various others.
The company also sells supplements under its own brand, Lloyds.
In relation to its logistics solutions, the firm operates its own distribution centres. In order to conduct its deliveries, Lloyds Pharmacy partnered with a third party delivery company named Deliveroo.
Concerning sustainability, Lloyds Pharmacy took measures such as supporting a recycling network in order to assist customers who wish to get rid of electrical waste. The company is indulged in community service as well, as it supports the Alzheimeir’s National Charity society.
Lloyds Pharmacy's online store is accessible on: www.lloydspharmacy.com
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1952
Year of creation
France
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1952
La Vie Saine is a retailer of organic products which was founded in 1952 by the Remy family in France. La Vie Saine has been owned by BOI France and Rothschild Investment Partners since 2017.
La Vie Saine manages 14 shops in France. Furthermore, La Vie Saine also operates 3 food establishments:
In 2016, La Vie Snacking’s turnover was € 23 million and employed 126 people.
La Vie Saine offers products in the following categories:
The company offers products from brands like Weleda, Jonzac, Bonneterre, Evernat, etc.
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2000
Year of creation
Georgia
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2000
Nikora Supermarket is a retail chain which was established in 2000 and is located in Tbilisi, Georgia. The retailer is part of Nikora Holding. Nikora Supermarket is the number one supermarket chain in Georgia in terms of market share and number of grocery stores as well.
Currently, the business operates more than 380 stores under different formats and it stocks more than 8,000 references on its shelves.
With a dedicated workforce of more than 6,000 people, Nikora Supermarket achieves an annual turnover of more than €46 million.
It is noteworthy that the firm gained recognition through the Golden Brand award in 2019.
The retailer provides a wide assortment of goods under the following categories:
Currently, the firm provides customers with products from brands such as Fiamma, Rice Up, Doux, Quickbury, Nutella, etc. It is noteworthy that the retailer also offers a range of European imported products which are ecologically clean and additive free from countries such as Germany, Austria, Italy, Greece, etc.
Moreover, Nikora also offers products from the private labels developed by Nikora Holding, its parent company. Some of them are (but not limited to):
In addition, Nikora Supermarket maintains the highest quality standards as it is certified by ISO 9001:2008, ISO 22000:2005, HACCP and many more.
Pertaining to its logistics solutions, the retailer operates its own distribution centres nationwide and has a fleet of vehicles to ensure deliveries.
In 2019, Nikora started collaborating with Liberty Bank and launched a social card which allows card holders to benefit from special discounts on over 300 references.
In 2020 it was announced that Nikora has introduced protected packaging for its charcuterie line. The new packaging preserves the products effectively without tampering the taste. Moreover, customers do not have to wait in the queue as the products are now already packed.
Furthermore, the firm surpassed Maf Hypermarkets Georgia (Carrefour) in terms of sales and share of modern grocery retailing in Georgia in 2020. Nikora Supermarket was ranked first , thanks to expansion and Maf Carrefour Hypermarkets took second place.
Additionally, in 2022, the supermarket chain partnered with EFES Georgia to launch an environmental campaign to promote the process of proper management of plastic waste in Georgia.
With regards to sustainability, the company was the first supermarket in the country to replace plastic bags with biodegradable ones in 2015.
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1980
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United Kingdom
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1980
Established by Neil Gordon in 1980, Gordons Chemists is Northern Ireland’s largest independent pharmacy chain. Its headquarters is based in Banbridge, United Kingdom. The company began as a single pharmacy in Donaghadee and later expanded through the acquisition of other pharmacies.
Today, the business operates 63 pharmacies in Northern Ireland and Scotland, serving thousands of clients every single day. Moreover, Gordons Chemists manages an e-commerce platform as well.
In the financial year 2020, Gordons Direct achieved a turnover of €110 million and employed 844 people.
Moreover, the retailer offers a variety of products in the Personal Care Category which are as follows (non-exhaustive list):
Brands such as Carolina Herrera, Cacharel, Jean Paul Gautier, Giorgio Armani, Paco Rabanne, Yves Saint Laurent, Ralph Lauren, L’oreal Paris, Clarins, Carmen, BPerfect Cosmetics, Cutex, Rimmel London and many others are endorsed by the firm.
Gordons Chemists offers a range of organic products in its portfolio.
Pertaining to its logistics solutions, the firm operates its own warehouses and partners with courier service companies to manage its deliveries.
Gordons Chemists partnered with Web Bureau to design its e-commerce website and as a consequence its turnover rose by 230%.
Concerning sustainability, the company provides a range of shampoo bars instead of shampoo bottles made from natural ingredients to its clients as a sustainable alternative.
The company's online shop can be accessed on: https://gordonsdirect.com/
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2002
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United States
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2002
Swiss Imports is an importer, wholesaler and distributor based in the USA. The company specialises in distributing premium Swiss OTC and beauty products. Swiss Imports operates an online store as well. It is headquartered in Ohio.
Swiss Imports offers 150 references in the food and non-food categories.
Swiss Imports’s clients are mostly American and Canadian retailers, retail chains, wholesalers and ecommerce platforms. The company works with specialised retailers such as OTC, drug stores and health food stores. A few examples of Swiss Imports’s clientele are Amazon, CVS, Kroger, etc. Moreover, Swiss Imports’s products can be found in more than 10 000 stores.
Swiss Imports was reported to achieve a turnover of € 20.45 million in the year 2018.
Swiss Imports provides several products in the following categories:
Swiss Imports also brings a variety of organic and sugar-free products to the market.
Swiss Imports works with brands such as Rubis, Pingo, Dr. Frei, True Organic and many more. The firm imports its goods from Europe; mainly Switzerland.
Swiss Imports offers free shipping for orders exceeding € 81.
An easy access to Swiss Imports’s online shop is www.swissimports.com/default.asp
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1963
Year of creation
Germany
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1963
Founded by Dieter and Ursula Meyer, Meyer Menu is a food service provider based in Germany since 1963. As the leading provider of lunch menus in the country, Meyer Menu offers freshly cooked and ready-to-eat food on a daily basis.
Additionally, Meyer Menu owns an online shop.
Today, the company offers its services to more than 20 cities countrywide including Dusseldorf, Wuerzburg, Keel, Hamburg, etc. Meyer Menu runs 3 canteen kitchen as well as 3 bistros based in Neckarsulm, Neuenstadt am Kocher, Hattingen and Siek.
Meyer Menu’s clientele consists mostly of educational institutes, offices, canteens, business events and catering. Each meal is prepared according to the client’s specification.
In 2019, a new Meyer Menu location was opened in Bremen and Menker Menu, a subsidiary of the Compass Group, was acquired the following year.
Meyer Menu achieves an annual sales of €6.41 million and employs approximately 60 people.
Furthermore, gluten-free, vegan, dairy-free and a variety of other options are available at Meyer Menu.
A total of 27 production units are spread across Germany.
Regarding its social responsibility, Meyer Menu donated 72 food packages to the Herzebrock-Clarholz community.
Its online shop can be accessed on www.meyer-menue.de/
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Copharm is a buying alliance which includes various independent businesses in the Czech Republic. The firm provides its services in the pharmaceutical market.
The association is composed of more than 300 efficient pharmacies which is a subsidiary of one of the largest networks in the Czech Republic and Slovakia namely Pilulka Holding.
Pertaining to the e-commerce platform, Pilulka Holding provides a wide assortment of goods under the following categories:
Targets:
In fact, the objective of the company is to expand the business in Romania.
The holding company is currently interested in products such as:
In the financial year 2017, the firm amounted a revenue of approximately 60 million euros. Since the year 2014, an exponential growth of the company has been noticed.
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2000
Year of creation
Estonia
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2000
Prisma is a chain of retail stores based in Estonia. The company was founded in 2000 and is owned by the Finnish retail cooperative, S Group. Prisma consists of 9 stores and an online shop.
Prisma employs over 40000 people.
Prisma offers products in the following categories:
Sweet Grocery: sugar, industrial pastries, chocolate, etc.
Savory Grocery: salt, oil, sauces, etc.
Drinks: water, juice, wine, beer, etc.
Dairy: milk, cream, cheese, curd, etc.
Chilled & Fresh Food: minced meat, sausage, ham, etc.
Frozen Food: ready-meals, vegetables, meat, poultry, etc.
Personal Care: skincare, oral care, makeup, etc.
Brands such as Alma, Emma, Lipton, Evian, Luxus, etc.
Prisma’s online shop can be accessed on www.prismamarket.ee
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2013
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Czechia
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2013
Incorporated in 2013, Pilulka is a retail group which specialises in pharmaceutical products and other related products. It is headquartered in Prague, Czech Republic.
It operates over 140 pharmacies as well as an online shop.
Moreover, its turnover amounts to €8.7 million and it employs up to 500 employees.
Pilulka offers a wide product assortment in the following categories:
Pilulka also offers special products including:
With regards to its logistics solutions, it delivers its products via its own fleet of vehicles which is known as “Pill express.” The company also offers home delivery as well as pickup in its pharmacies.
Its online shop is accessible on: https://www.pilulka.cz/
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1993
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Hungary
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1993
Rossmann Hungary, a subsidiary of Dirk Rossmann GmbH, is one of the leading drugstore chains in Hungary. It operates an extensive network of over 250 stores throughout the country as of early 2024, offering a wide range of products primarily focusing on health, beauty, personal care, and household goods. The stores typically provide a variety of branded and private label items across categories including skin, hair, body care, baby products, and health supplies.
The Hungarian operation's headquarters and logistics center are located in Üllő, supporting its nationwide presence and efficient supply chain. Rossmann Hungary's assortment combines both its well-established own brands—such as Isana (skin, hair and body care), Alterra (natural cosmetics), Domol (cleaning and laundry detergents), and Alouette (paper products)—with top international brands, catering to diverse consumer needs.
With approximately 20 to 49 employees working in Hungary, Rossmann Hungary reported its most successful sales year in 2021, achieving a turnover estimated between €5 million and €10 million. The company celebrates a strong market presence, marked by sustainable growth and increasing customer loyalty driven by competitive pricing, broad product selections, and a commitment to accessibility.
Rossmann stores in Hungary function mostly as supermarkets and convenience points, delivering an accessible shopping experience with a comprehensive health and beauty offering. The group emphasizes sustainability and corporate responsibility, publishing regular sustainability reports outlining initiatives in climate protection and social engagement.
Rossmann Hungary is part of one of Europe's largest drugstore chains, Dirk Rossmann GmbH, which operates over 4,300 stores across multiple countries with a turnover exceeding €10 billion as of recent data. The parent company combines traditional retail values with modern retail concepts, maintaining a significant footprint in European health and beauty retail markets.
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1953
Year of creation
Spain
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1953
Established in 1953, Primor is a family business operating with the motto “Big Brands at Small Prices”. Its headquarters is based in Malaga, Spain. Moreover, the company does not operate franchises as all the stores are self-managed.
Presently, the business operates over 150 stores across Spain and Portugal as well as an e-commerce platform. It is interesting to know that its online shop attracts over 17 million users.
In the financial year 2019, Primor achieved a turnover of € 400 million and currently employs around 2,300 people.
It is noteworthy that the firm was ranked 1st in the Ecommerce sector in Spain in the Perfumery & Beauty category in 2020.
Furthermore, Primor offers a selection of products in the personal care category which are as follows (non-exhaustive list):
Brands such as Banobagi, Carmex, Cetaphil, Davidoff, Elizabeth Arden, Fiona Walker, Garnier, Issey Miyake, Jean Paul Gautier, Kenzo, etc, are endorsed by the firm. Moreover, Primor also offers natural and organic products in its portfolio.
Pertaining to its logistics solutions, the firm operates its own distribution centre which measures 54,000 square metres in total.
In fact, the objective of the company is to expand its online business in Italy, France, Germany, the Netherlands and Belgium to double its sales. Furthermore, Primor partners with specialised courier and transport companies to manage its deliveries.
In addition, in 2022, the retailer launched its app on appstore which offers a catalogue of over 10,000 references.
The company’s online shop can be accessed on: https://www.primor.eu/
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Ireland
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1948
Founded in 1948 in Ballina, Ireland by a group of pharmacists, United Drugs is a wholesaler specialised in supplying personal care and healthcare products to over 1800 clients. The business was acquired by McKesson in 2016.
United Drug was created by a group of pharmacists. United Drug clients include department stores and pharmacies. The firm also distributes to hospitals.
In 1950, United Drug came to an agreement with one of its UK suppliers, Pfizer, to provide it with products directly.
After acquiring the company Ayrton Saunders United Drug became a national distributor.
In 1986, United Drug became the first company in Ireland to offer overnight service to pharmacists.
By 1989, United Drug was listed on the Irish Stock Exchange. During that same year the company formed a joint venture with Alliance Healthcare.
After acquiring the company Sangers in 1992, United Drug was able to distribute all over Ireland.
In 1999, the business partnered with Dublin Drugs. This partnership allowed United Drug to become the leading Irish wholesaler providing healthcare and personal care products.
United Drug achieved a turnover of €1298.5 million in 2019 and employs 8700 people.
In the personal care category, United Drug offers products such as cosmetics and fragrances.
The business has a division which is assigned to find new information to provide to the firm’s suppliers.
United Drug also handles the distribution of products and manages its own warehouse of 300000 sq.ft.
United Drug has invested € 40 million in technology and innovation in 2017 in order to increase its distribution capacity. For instance, the warehouse has been upgraded.
The group is concerned about the environment and has participated in the Carbon Disclosure Project. United Drug has reduced its carbon emission by 18% since 2008.
The company has also been supporting various community projects as well as charities. United Drug has not only been providing financial help but its employees are also assisting in projects for the community.
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1994
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Canada
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1994
Walmart is a chain of retail stores was founded in 1994 and it is headquartered in Mississauga, Canada. The company offers food and non-food products.
Regarding its distribution channels, the company operates 12 distribution centres,
At present, Walmart Canada runs 408 shops under the following banners:
Moreover, Walmart Canada operates 337 corporate pharmacies as well as 68 Acce Pharma in Quebec.
Its reaches a turnover of around €11.3 billion. At present, the company employs 100, 000 people.
Walmart Canada offers products in the following categories:
It also offers a number of dairy-free, vegetarian, kosher, no soy, no added sugar and free from artificials products.
Moreover, it provides products from brands like Bio Oil, Garnier, Natrel, Philadelphia, Silk, etc.
Walmart Canada distributes products from the Walmart private labels which include:
It has a range of products which are MSC, ASC and BAP certified.
Regarding its logistics, Walmart Canada has a fleet of 270 tractors and 3,900 trailers travelling over 38 million kilometres each year.
Walmart Canada’s online shop can be found on www.walmart.ca
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1997
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Russia
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1997
Azbuka Vkusa is a Russian retailer which was established in 1997. Its headquarters is based in Moscow, Russia.
Regarding its distribution channels, it operates 2 distribution centres.
It operates 170 retail stores in Moscow and Saint-Petersburg as well as an online store. Also, the firm provides its own catering and food delivery services.
Azbuka Vkusa operates its stores under the following banners:
Furthermore, the firm runs restaurants operating in different formats which are as follow:
It has a product range of 25 000 references, comprising 4500 unique references like:
Moreover, it also focuses on gluten free, bio, sugar free and halal products.
In order to promote its own brands, the firm has partnered with SCG International strategic consulting group.
Azbuka Vkusa launched its private label in 2009 with a total of 1800 references such as:
It has partnered with 900 manufacturers from 70 countries including:
The business develops its own culinary, bakery, confectionary, agricultural produce, beef and free-range eggs production as well.
It is certified by ISO 9000, ISO:9001 :2008,GMPand ISO:22000:2005.
Regarding its logistics solutions, Azbuka Vkusa delivers its products via a fleet of trucks.
Its online shop can be accessed on www.av.com
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1974
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Ireland
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1974
Founded in 1974 by the Lynch family, Staffod Lynch is an importer and distributor of FMCG products. Its headquarters is based in Dublin, Ireland. The company sources its products from countries such as Germany, Italy, United States, Japan, United Kingdom and many others.
Concerning its distribution channels, Stafford Lynch distributes its products in the retail and HoReCa sector.
Stafford Lynch generates an annual turnover of € 10.4 million and employs more than 50 people.
Moreover, the company offers a variety of products in the following categories:
Brands such as Perrigo, Bio-Oil, Dr.Oetker, Kikkoman, Schwartz, Tabasco, Baxters, Walkers, Pogen’s, etc, are endorsed by the firm. Furthermore, Stafford Lynch offers bio, natural, sugar-free, lactose-free and gluten-free products as well.
In addition, the company maintains the highest quality standards as it is certified by NSAI, HPRA, ISO 9001:2015, etc.
Pertaining to its logistics solutions, the importer operates its own warehouse where 7,000 pallets can be stored.
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1997
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Slovakia
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1997
Acan is a Slovak company which has been established in the year 1997 and is headquartered in Bratislava, Slovakia. Acan is an importer of exclusive quality alcohol. The products can be found on the following online platforms: Alko90 and Mabo as well as in the company’s own showroom. Furthermore, Acan’s clients include restaurants, bars, specialised shops and retail chains.
Acan achieved a turnover of € 4.66 million in 2018, indicating a 40% rise in revenue as compared to 2017. Acan currently employs 15 people.
The core products category is drinks and some of the products are listed below:
The firm provides renowned brands such as:
Moreover, the firm collaborates with the following manufacturers:
In fact, the objective of the firm is to provide the highest quality products from different parts of the world in the Slovak market.
Acan also manages its own warehouse.
Acan regularly organises tasting events in its showroom.
Acan's online shop can be accessed on www.alko90.sk
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1923
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Germany
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1923
Chefs Culinar is a wholesaler which has been established in the year 1923 by Josef Moll. The headquarters is based in Kiel, Germany. The firm provides its services in the HoReCa sector. Chefs Culinar offers around 25000 references. Chefs Culinar operates 8 branches and 23 bases.
Chefs Culinar’s staff includes a team of 400 sales consultants who are well trained and can find the best solutions according to each client’s needs. Furthermore, Chef Culinar registered a turnover of € 9.7 million in 2017. Between 2016 and 2017, the company’s turnover grew by 89%.
The wholesaler provides products under the following categories:
Savory grocery: rice, oils, pasta, etc.
Sweet grocery: coffee, sugar, chocolates, etc.
Frozen food: meat, fruits & vegetables, ice cream, etc.
Chilled & fresh food: fresh meat, sausages, beef, etc.
Dairy: cheese, milk, yoghurt, etc.
Drinks: wines
Household: dishwashing liquid, detergents, disinfectant cleaner, etc.
Chefs Culinar also offers private label products.
Additionally, the firm has diverse partners which are as follows: Bonduelle, Ecolab, Ardo, Abeba, Conserve Italia, Arla Foods, Barilla, etc... They are the suppliers who provide their services in the firm in order to develop the product categories.
Moreover, the quality management system consists of various certifications which are as follows: ASC (Aquaculture Stewardship Council), MSC (Marine Stewardship Council), IFS, Bio- Siegel, HACCP, GKT (Prequalification for public procurement). The firm ensures that their service and products are of high standards thus quality and hygiene checks are carried out constantly.
In relation to the logistics measures, the company operates an environmental friendly fleet of vehicles to deliver their products.
Chefs Culinar also manage their own academy and also organises fairs and events where they showcase their products.
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1993
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Austria
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1993
Buratti is a food and drinks importer which has been on the Austrian market since 1993. The headquarters is based in Münchendorf, Austria. The firm imports Italian products from Cooperativa Italiana Catering which is the largest shopping community in Italy. The firm provides its services mainly in the HoReCa sector. Buratti’s product portfolio consists of around 100000 references.
Buratti acquired a turnover of € 5.80 million in 2018 which indicates a growth of 32% as compared to 2017’s turnover. 34 people are currently employed by the company.
The products categories include:
Drinks: wine, spirits, mineral water, etc.
Sweet grocery: biscuits, industrial pastries, spreads, chocolate, honey, etc.
Savory grocery: pasta, oil, vinegar, spices, etc.
Chilled & fresh food: meat, fish,sausages, etc.
Frozen food: meat, fish, desserts, etc
Dairy: cheese, milk, cream, butter, etc.
As the sole Austrian member of Cooperativa Italiana Catering, Buratti has been distributing the private label of the community including:
Qualitaly: a brand consisting of products on sauces, rice, frozen foods, etc.
Tavola viva: a brand offering olive oil, ham, cheese, butter, etc.
Utility: a range of professional cleaning products
Il Gelo: a brand of frozen vegetables, fish, etc.
Concerning the logistics measures, the firm has its own fleet of vehicles to conduct deliveries.
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1982
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United States
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1982
Ami Group is a wholesaler which was established in 1982 and is headquartered in Santa Monica, California, United States. The firm provides its services mainly in airlines and cruise lines as well as 13 islands in the Caribbean. Ami Group works with 200 suppliers.
Ami Group achieves an annual turnover of €19.8 million and now employs 40 employees.
The firm consists of 4 divisions namely:
Ami Inflight - Food and beverages are provided to over 40 airlines worldwide at the minimal time.
Ami Wines - This division specializes in wine distribution. Wines are sourced from France, USA, Germany, Argentina, Chile, Spain, New Zealand, Australia, Austria, Portugal, etc...
Ami Duty Free - The firm provides renowned brands and high quality beverages in the cruise line industry.
Ami Caribbean - Beverages of superior quality are offered in the Caribbean and Bermuda markets.
Some of the brands offered by Ami Group include Bubba’s, Late July, Chum Fruit Bites, Elma Farms, Torie & Howard, etc.
Ami Group also offers a wide selection of vegan, dairy-free products with no artificial ingredients.
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K & G is an importer which has been established in the year 2008 and is headquartered in Stockdorf, Germany. The firm imports their products from around the world and eventually distributes them to their clients.
The importer deals in two main categories which are the personal care and household. Furthermore, the firm offers renowned brands such as:
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Doz is an online retailer which is headquartered in Warsaw, Poland. On the platform, customers can benefit from professional medical and pharmaceutical information.
The retailer offers a diversified assortment of goods under the personal care category which are as follows:
In relation to the logistics solutions, specialized pharmacy transports are available to conduct deliveries.
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1984
Year of creation
Saudi Arabia
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1984
BinDawood Group is a leading retail operator in Saudi Arabia, primarily focused on grocery retail with strong presences in food, beverage, and beauty categories. Established in 1984, BinDawood operates under two major retail brands, BinDawood and Danube, offering a range of supermarket and hypermarket formats.
BinDawood Holding manages a portfolio of approximately 95 stores across major Saudi cities including Makkah, Madinah, Jeddah, Riyadh, Khobar, Dammam, and others. The company is the dominant supermarket and hypermarket operator in the western regions of Saudi Arabia and has expanded its reach into central and eastern cities.
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1993
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Ukraine
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1993
Owned by ATB Corporation, ATB Market is a chain of retail stores founded in 1993 in Ukraine when a group of 6 grocery stores merged together. Known for its wholesale prices which have drawn customers rapidly, ATB Market has emerged as the largest chain of retail stores in the country.
Short for AgroTechBusiness, ATB Market operates 1271 stores in 24 regions across Ukraine as well as an online shop.
ATB Market provides over 3500 references in the food and non-food categories.
More than 3 million Ukrainians make their purchases at ATB Market on a daily basis.
In 2020, ATB Market achieved a turnover of €3.7 billion and employed around 53 903 people.
At present, ATB Market provides products in the following categories:
Some of the brands available include Ariel, Hinkali, Pepsi, Milka, etc.
While ATB Market offers a wide range of Ukrainian brands, many popular foreign brands are also offered by the company. These brands come from countries like Belgium, Switzerland, USA, etc.
Furthermore, ATB Market has launched its own label, Svoya Liniya, which comprises over 1000 references such as tea, drinks, snacks, pasta, etc.
In regards to the logistics, ATB Market has the largest warehousing facilities in Ukraine. There are 4 B- Category warehouses which process a volume of 70 000 tons each month. Moreover, 2 large regional distribution centres are under development.
Concerning its social responsibility, ATB Market organises charity events to raise funds for the Dnipropetrovsk Regional Children's Clinical Hospital and children in various oncology hospitals.
ATB Market’s online store can be found on www.atbmarket.com
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1998
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Czechia
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1998
Orbico Group established their presence in Czech Republic in the year 2016. The headquarters is based in Prague, Czech Republic. The firm is the exclusive distributor in the fashion and beauty sector.
Orbico Beauty is present in 19 countries in Europe. The company achieved a turnover of €209 million in 2018.
Orbico Beauty companies (Germany, Austria, Switzerland, CE and SE region, Ukraine, Russia) are members of Orbico Group specialized in distribution of beauty products, providing full service of sales, marketing, distribution and retail on the cosmetics market.
Orbico Beauty covers 6 categories - make up, skincare, fragrances, haircare, natural products and fashion.
They also operate in retail business through their own stores. The firm is looking for brands that offer hair care, nail care and various beauty products. Furthermore, in the household category, Orbico beauty is also interested in items such as cleaning products and detergents.
The firm collaborates with the following suppliers:
The importer distributes famous brands which are very demanding in the Czech and Slovak Republics. The brands that are available in the company are as follows:
The company works closely with their business partners in order to implement strategies to build their brands.
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1993
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Russia
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1993
Lenta is one of the largest retail chains in Russia, specializing in the operation of supermarkets and hypermarkets across the country. Founded in 1993 in St. Petersburg, Lenta has grown to become the second largest hypermarket chain and a leading food retailer in Russia.
As of recent data in 2023, Lenta operates approximately 248 hypermarkets and 131 supermarkets in over 80 cities, encompassing a total selling space of about 1.4 million square meters. The average retail area of a Lenta hypermarket is around 5,500 square meters, with supermarkets averaging 800 square meters. The company also manages five to twelve distribution centers to support its retail network, ensuring efficient supply chain operations.
Lenta's store formats focus on price-led hypermarkets and supermarkets, offering a wide assortment of groceries, drinks, and beauty products, including private label brands. The retail chain emphasizes both national and local products, adapting the assortment based on regional markets. The company serves millions of customers with a strategic combination of large-scale stores and supermarkets, complemented by growth in online business segments.
The company employs over 35,000 to nearly 68,000 people within Russia, reflecting its significant operational scale. Lenta has experienced substantial financial growth; in 2023, its revenue reached approximately 767 billion rubles (roughly 10 to 50 million euros range when considering currency conversion factors and general grouping). In May 2021, Lenta acquired 161 supermarkets from the Austrian Billa chain for 215 million euros, further expanding its footprint in Russia's retail market.
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2002
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Russia
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2002
36.6 pharmacy has been established by Bektemirov and Krivosheev in the year 1997. The headquarters is based in Moscow, Russia. The firm operates in the health and beauty retail sector. Moreover, the company owns 1782 pharmacies and an online platform namely: 366.ru.
The firm operates as:
The retailer’s core products category is personal care and some of the products are listed below:
Additionally, the firm has its own logistics solutions and distribution centers hence ensuring the smooth running of the supply chain. The distribution centers are equipped with advanced and modern equipments. The storage area measures 30,000 square meters.
In fact, the objective of the company is to promote expansion by opening more pharmacies and franchises. Their goal is to reach at least 5000 stores in the upcoming years.
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1991
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Slovakia
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1991
Italmarket is an importer which has been established in the year 1991 and is headquartered in Borinka, Slovakia.
The firm imports their products from Italy, France, Austria, Germany, etc… to distribute throughout Slovakia.
The importer works with the following product categories:
The company has signed various contracts with renowned companies in order to become the exclusive distributor of the following brands in the Slovak Republic:
Besides, the firm has four distribution centers which cover the territory of Slovakia and there are 3-5 experienced sales representatives who are always present in the warehouses to handle the flow of goods.
In the financial year 2017, the firm amounted a revenue of 36 million euros.
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2002
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Russia
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2002
Semya is a retailer which has been established in the year 2002 and is headquartered in Perm, Russia. The firm operates 83 stores across the country and is aiming to open 10 more during the year 2018. The company’s store formats are as follows: convenience stores, hypermarkets, premium stores and supermarkets.
Currently, the firm is looking forward to develop their assortment of grocery products. They are interested in private label products and brands also.
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Boparan Restaurant Group is a restaurant chain which offers contemporary food and drink experiences to people and is headquartered in London, United Kingdom. The company operates various restaurant brands nationally and internationally.
The group runs their businesses under the following banners:
In order to promote their food brands, the firm partnered with Tesco which is the market leader. Products such as Patata bravas, Harissa spiced lamb kofta, cookie dough and banoffee pie can be found on the shelves of the Tesco stores and also on their e-commerce platform (Tesco).
Pertaining to franchising, the food service as an experienced franchisor implements marketing strategies and has a dedicated team who offers support and guidance in order to boost the revenue and profit opportunities of the franchise partners.
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Distribev Orbico is an importer which specializes in drinks primarily. The headquarters is based in Warsaw, Poland. The firm provides their services in the retail and HoReCa sector. The firm offers more than 1300 products to approximately 35000 customers.
The core products category is drinks and its products include:
Furthermore, the company partnered with multiple renowned suppliers which are known as:
Pertaining to the logistics solutions, the enterprise has 3 warehouses and operates 780 trucks hence ensuring deliveries on time.
In the financial year 2016, the firm achieved a revenue of 477 million euros.
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2000
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Ukraine
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2000
Billa Ukraine is a supermarket chain which has been established in the year 2000 and is headquartered in Kyiv, Ukraine. The firm operates as a subsidiary of the Rewe Group. Billa deals with almost 600 suppliers around the world. Besides, the company operates 34 stores across the country.
The products categories include:
The retailer has its own trademarks which are known as:
Currently, the firm is looking for new shopping areas in order to expand their business.
In the financial year 2017, the company amounted a revenue of 73.8 million euros and has a team of 1259 people working towards the ultimate goal of the business.
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1989
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Germany
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1989
Aktuell Vertriebs is a German food wholesaler, importer, retailer and distributor. The company was founded in 1989. Aktuell Vertriebs is one of the largest importers of original and premium Italian pastry specialities. It is headquartered in Iserlohn.
Aktuell Vertriebs supplies to customers in the German market exclusively.
Furthermore, The enterprise offers sales, marketing, and related services.
The company works with e-commerce websites like Amazon, to facilitate sales.
Aktuell Vertriebs was reported to employ a total of 37 people and achieved a turnover of €5.13 million in 2003.
Moreover, Aktuell Vertriebs offers a wide variety of products in the following food categories:
The firm also provides vegan, gluten and lactose-free products.
Aktuell Vertriebs works with several Italian brands. One of which is Groski.
Aktuell Vertriebs offers warehousing and logistics facilities throughout Germany. Delivery can be done within 1 or 2 days within Germany. It takes around 4 to 5 days to deliver to the surrounding German Islands.
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1979
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United Arab Emirates
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1979
Aramtec is an importer which has been established in the year 1979 and is headquartered in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. The firm provides their services in both the retail and HoReCa sector.
Furthermore, the imported products can be categorized for instance as:
The firm offers a line of premium brands among which some are listed below:
Additionally, the importer owns a temperature controlled warehouse which measures 110,000 square feet.
In relation to the logistics solutions, the firm operates a fleet of 80 vehicles in order to conduct deliveries.
As the company fulfills the HACCP standards, they have been granted the HACCP certificate.
In the financial year 2017, the enterprise amounted a revenue of 56.8 million euros and has created employment for 350 people.
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1992
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Russia
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1992
Ast International Environment is an importer which has been established in the year 1992 and is headquartered in Moscow, Russia. The firm is indulged into two business models which are B2B and B2C. Besides, the company deals with numerous manufacturers around the world. The firm’s main clients are restaurants, hotels and private customers.
The principal category is drinks and some of the products are listed below:
Moreover, the firm offers various brands such as:
Additionally, the importer signed exclusive contract with the Russian representative office of Bacardi Martini and became the representative of the Disaronno brand in Russia.
The management team of the company consists of the general director, commercial director and deputy general director.
In the financial year 2016, the company achieved a turnover of 183 million euros and has a team of 98 people working for the growth of the business.
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1934
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United States
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1934
Vin Chicago is a family-run business in the retail sector which has been established in the year 1934. The headquarters is based in Chicago, United States. The stores are located in Chicago, Highland Park and Barrington.
The drinks retailer offers different types of wines such as:
It is interesting to know that the firm does not only sell its wines at low prices during sales days but every single day. Moreover, the retailer affirms the fact that they have a great experience in selling and selecting wines.
In relation to the logistics measures, the firm partnered with Deliv which provides same day delivery solutions for retailers and businesses.
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1997
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Germany
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1997
Founded in 1997 by 3 Russian Germans, Mix Markt is a retailer that specialises in the sale of Eastern European products. Its headquarters is based in Herrenberg, Germany. The company’s primary supplier is the Monolith Group of Companies.
Moreover, the firm operates 338 stores across Europe under the Mix Markt and Mini Mix banners. Mix Markt operates an e-commerce platform as well.
In the financial year 2020, the company achieved a turnover of € 506 million.
It is noteworthy that Mix Markt is in the Top-30 of German food markets.
The retailer provides a wide assortment of goods under the following categories:
Moreover, the business endorses various brands such as Arovit, Eugenia, Warka, Kasza, etc.
Pertaining to the logistics measures, the firm operates a fleet of huge trucks to be able to conduct deliveries.
Mix Markt’s online shop can be accessed on: https://www.mixmarkt.eu/
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2001
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Czechia
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2001
Established in 2001 by Martin Rozhon, Vivantis is an online retailer operating in the health and beauty sector. Its headquarters is based in Chrudim, Czech Republic. The company has expanded its business internationally in countries such as Slovakia, Romania, Hungary, Austria and Italy.
Additionally, the enterprise operates 12 e-shops and is engaged in wholesale activities as well. It is interesting to know that its online stores are visited by approximately 2 million customers per month.
In the financial year 2021, Vivantis achieved a turnover of € 53.5 million and currently employs 314 people. Moreover, the business reported a net sales revenue increase of 58.21% in 2021.
It is noteworthy that in the fashion market of Czech Republic, the firm was ranked 122th with $1 million in 2021.
Furthermore, Vivantis offers a wide variety of products in the personal care category which are as follows (non-exhaustive list):
Brands such as Alcina, Bione Cosmetics, Cerave, Chanel, Davidoff, Dior, Eco Cosmetics, Estee Lauder, Kotex, Lacoste, etc, are endorsed by the firm. Besides, Vivantis also offers bio and organic products in its portfolio.
In addition, the business maintains the highest quality standards as it is certified by Heureka, Apek and Ecommerce Europe Trustmark.
Pertaining to its logistics solutions, Vivantis partners with Czech Post, Balikovna, DPD, PPL, etc, to conduct its deliveries.
The company’s online shop can be accessed on: https://www.vivantis.cz/
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1992
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Poland
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1992
Greek Trade is an importer which was established in 1992 and is headquartered in Kraków, Poland. The firm provides its services in the retail and HoReCa sectors. The products are imported from over 70 countries around the world. Moreover, the company manufactures and imports products under its own brands.
The total number of clients that are served through Greek Trade accounts for more than 2500 which is composed of wholesalers, distributors, bakeries, shops, etc.
In 2019, Greek Trade reached a turnover of € 52 million and employed 236 people.
The firm provides a wide assortment of goods under the following categories:
Also, the company offers a diversified range of products under its own brands which are known as:
The company is also involved in packing dried fruits, grains and seeds in plastic packaging.
Greek Trade is certified by ISO and HACCP and for organic products, it has acquired the organic farming certificate.
As of August 2018, the importer officially became the holder of the BRC certificate hence increasing safety and improvement of the quality of the produced food.
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1994
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Slovakia
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1994
Wine Planet is an importer which has been established in the year 1994 by Julius and Andrea Chladek. The headquarters is based in Bratislava, Slovak Republic. The importer has been providing their services in the HoReCa sector for more than 20 years.
The core products category is drinks and some of the products are listed below:
Furthermore, the firm offers over 2500 types of local and foreign wines from the following regions:
Wine Planet’s portfolio of brands include:
In the financial year 2017, the firm achieved a turnover of 11 million euros.
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2008
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Norway
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2008
Linda Johansen is an online retailer which has 8 years of experience in the retail sector and is based in Norway. The firm attracts around 3000 customers monthly. Currently, Linda Johansen cooperates with manufacturers from France and Taiwan.
From the year 2005 to 2012 Linda operated her own beauty salons and afterwards she started selling her products on her online shop exclusively which is known as: Linda Johansen.
Besides, the firm presently collaborates with suppliers from Taiwan and France.
The retailer sells selected products under the personal care category which are as follows:
Concerning the selected Norwegian skincare products, all the products are tested by the founder only. Also, premium packaging are done in Korea.
To ensure the constant flow of goods, the firm operates a distribution center. In relation to the logistics measures, the company provides logistics services for online sales.
The firm runs a marketing department which develops a market-based business strategy that provides unique value to the customers on all services and products of the organization.
Additionally, the target market of the retailer are women from 30 to 60 years mainly.
Presently, the objective of the company is to develop their range of personal care by adding premium quality products. The company’s current sourcing needs are makeup, skincare, fragrances and cosmetic products. Also, the firm is looking forward to collaborate with private label manufacturers across Europe in order to develop their products range. Furthermore, the firm is looking forward to release new categories such as makeup, haircare and men’s line by the year 2020.
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2005
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Bulgaria
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2005
SISTEMA is a Bulgarian trading company established in 2005. They focus on the importation, production and distribution of packaged food and drinks.The company is headquartered in Pancharevo. Moreover, SISTEMA has an online store as well.
SISTEMA provides over 250 different products in the food and non food categories.
SISTEMA supplies to major supermarket chains and over 1000 small and big retail shops such as Kaufland, Metro, CBA, etc.
SISTEMA currently employs a total of 28 employees and achieved a turnover of €1.60 million reported in 2019.
SISTEMA brings in a number of items from the following categories:
SISTEMA offers products from around 36 brands namely Barilla, Duracell, Fairy, etc. The company also manufactures natural and bio cosmetics for the brand Elfeya Cosmetics.
SISTEMA has a private label called El Tarro, which consists mainly of canned goods such as canned beans, pickled cucumbers, canned mushrooms, etc.
SISTEMA imports their merchandise from Italy, Russia, Germany and many more countries.
SISTEMA is currently looking for clients for their organic and natural cosmetics brand.
An easy access to all of the products that they provide is www.sistema.bg .
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2006
Year of creation
Russia
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2006
Organic shop is a personal care retailer which contributes in the world of organic and natural cosmetics and is based in Moscow, Russia. The firm operates 42 stores across the Russian cities. The retailer has an excellent entrepreneurial team who are always present to attend and guide customers.
Approximately 20,000 customers visit an Organic shop daily and the area of the shops are 50-80 meter squares.
The company has a range of over 6000 SKUs and provides more than 80 brands which are known as (non-exhaustive list) :
Indeed, the company is determined to offer to their customers natural products therefore they organize events to teach customers how to cook cosmetics at home through natural ingredients.
In fact, the objective of the company is to promote expansion by opening 200 stores in the coming 3 years.
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1972
Year of creation
Spain
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1972
Casa Westfalia is an importer which has been established in the year 1972 and is headquartered in Vulpellac, Spain. The firm imports their products from Germany, Austria, Switzerland, Holland, Belgium, Sweden, France, Italy, United Kingdom, Poland and Czech Republic.
Furthermore, the company offers a range of convenience foods in the HoReCa sector and also provides healthy, natural and appetizing products under the following categories:
Concerning the logistics measures, the firm partnered with the transport company Integra2, hence ensuring the smooth running of the supply chain.
In the financial year 2016, the firm amounted a revenue of 24.4 million euros with the cooperation of their 99 employees.
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2015
Year of creation
Hungary
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2015
Fusia is an independent wholesaler, parallel trader of branded goods, exporter, importer and re-exporter which was established in the year 2015. The company provides services such as repacking, labelling and distribution on demand. The firm buys excess produce from international producers and proceeds to sell them to their clients. It is headquartered in Budapest, Hungary.
Fusia collaborates with retailers, distributors, wholesalers, international Cash & Carry networks and international retail shop chains worldwide.
Fusia’s team consists of 14 employees and is reported to achieve an annual turnover of €1.68 million.
Fusia provides various luxury products under the following categories:
Additionally, the company collaborates with the following renowned brands such as Coca Cola, Red Bull, Mondelez, Mars, Pringles, etc.
Fusia’s warehouse is located in Depo, Hungary where all the distribution takes place. Furthermore, the company has the ability to provide delivery services across Europe.
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2018
Year of creation
France
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2018
Le Drugstore Parisien is a retailer which was established in 2018 and is headquartered in Paris, France. The Casino Group and L’Oreal France teamed up in order to launch the drugstore.
The firm operates 2 stores as well as an online shop on the e-commerce platform, Cdiscount. In addition to this, Le Drugstore Parisien also has corners in 30 Franprix stores and 7 Casino Giant hypermarkets.
30% of the products are sold for less than 5 euros and 50% of the products for less than 10 euros.
In 2020, Le Drugstore Parisien achieved a turnover of €8.9 million and employs between 200-249 persons.
Le Drugstore Parisien offers a wide range of products in the personal care category such as face care, skin care, make up, supplements, etc.
40% of Le Drugstore Parisien’s products are from the L’Oreal Paris. Many of the items are also available in travel format and organic goods are available as well.
Le Drugstore Parisien offers products from nearly 285 brands such as (not limited to): L’Oreal Paris, Garnier, Maybelline, NYX Professional Makeup, Essie, etc.
Its own brand was developed and it consists of around 600 references.
Moreover, the firm provides services such as makeup services and facial treatments.
Additionally, it is interesting to know that the stores are open 24 hours in order to offer well-being services to its customers.
Le Drugstore Parisien is focusing on solid cosmetics in order to reduce wastage.
The online shop for Le Drugstore Parisien can be found on www.ledrugstoreparisien.com
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1922
Year of creation
Sweden
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1922
Founded by Mikael Bergendahl in 1922, Bergendahls is a Swedish family owned company which operates in daily goods, supermarkets, home furnishings and fashion. Its headquarters is based in Hassleholm, Sweden. The company has operations in Sweden, Norway, Finland, Denmark and Germany.
The firm’s business areas include:
In the financial year 2020, Bergendahls achieved a turnover of €1 billion and currently employs more than 1,000 people.
Moreover, the enterprise offers a large variety of products in the following categories:
Brands such as Coca-cola, Werther’s, Capri-Sun, Monster, Lindt, Toblerone and many others are endorsed by the firm.
Bergendahls provides a wide range of goods under its own brands (non-exhaustive list):
Pertaining to its logistics solutions, the company operates its own warehouse and has partnered with Swisslog to convert it into a new automated high bay warehouse.
In 2018, Bergendahls appointed Greenfood as its fruit and vegetable supplier which is one of Nordic’s market leading grocery suppliers. Through this partnership, the firm wishes to strengthen its position in the fruit and vegetables segment hence making healthy food more accessible and easier to consume.
In October 2019, the business selected StrongPoint ASA’s Pick & Collect Solution in its stores across Sweden in order to drive online order fulfilment.
Moreover, the enterprise announced that all its private label products turned cage egg-free in 2020.
In 2021, the firm entered into a strategic partnership with Axfood which includes the divestment of the wholesale business Bergendahls Food AB to Axfood. Axfood acquired 9.9% of the City Gross banner and will gradually increase its ownership to 30% over the course of 5 years. Moreover, Axfood entered into a 15 year term agreement with Bergendahls which includes the supply of goods and provision of IT services.
Concerning sustainability, the firm's subsidiary Granit partnered with Skane Stadsmission to develop new products from recycled materials. Moreover, the company started using skinpack in the fish department and reduced its waste by 30% in 2020.
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2006
Year of creation
Bulgaria
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2006
Maxima Bulgaria is a leading retail company operating in Bulgaria as part of the Lithuanian retail group Maxima Grupė UAB, which is one of the largest retail chains in the Baltic region with operations in Lithuania, Latvia, Estonia, Poland, and Bulgaria. Maxima Bulgaria predominantly operates under the T MARKET brand, serving the Bulgarian retail market with a focus on food, drinks, and everyday consumer goods.
The company was established in Bulgaria in 2006 and has since grown to hold a significant presence in the country, operating multiple supermarket locations to serve a broad customer base. Maxima Bulgaria is part of the Maxima Group's wider network of over 1,600 stores across the Baltic states, Poland, and Bulgaria, which together serve around 1.6 million customers daily.
In Bulgaria, Maxima Bulgaria employs between 100 and 199 people and operates between 50 and 99 selling points, mainly supermarkets and cash and carry formats, providing a wide range of products from local and international brands.
The Maxima Group, the parent company, reported a consolidated revenue of approximately €6.1 billion in 2024, reflecting growth and sustained market presence. Maxima Bulgaria contributes to this turnover as an integral part of the group’s regional operations. The group emphasizes sustainability, customer service, and product quality across all markets it serves.
Maxima Bulgaria leverages the strength of its Lithuanian parent company to offer quality products and a strong supply chain infrastructure, contributing to its competitive positioning in the Bulgarian retail sector. Its offering mainly covers food, beverages, and essential beauty and household products, catering to diverse consumer needs.
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1985
Year of creation
Germany
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1985
The company has been established by Peter Riegel in the year 1985. The headquarters is based in Orsingen, Germany. The firm provides organic wines on the German market. The products are imported from countries such as New Zealand, Chile and South Africa.
The importer’s online platform is known as: Vinoc
Furthermore, the core products category is drinks and the importer offers various wines under their own brands among which some are listed below:
It is interesting to know that 50% of their sales is dedicated to private label products.
Besides, the firm delivers their products across Europe, especially to german organic retailers such as Alnatura, Dennree, etc… Also, the company provides their services in the HoReCa sector.
The management team is composed of the managing director, head of customer service, sales management, head of logistics, head of purchasing & quality management, head of marketing and head of finance & accounting.
Additionally, the company holds various certificates such as Bcs Latch, Ifs broker, demeter, Genie Bio Bcs and FFL.
In relation to the logistics solutions, the firm operates modern warehouse and logistics hence the deliveries are done within 48 hours in Germany.
In fact, the aim of the company is to operate a sustainable business.
The firm maintained their leading position in the market through their bio specialists as the latter was their main asset to raise their sales by 11% in 2010 which resulted around 23 million euros.
In the financial year 2015, the firm amounted a revenue of 32 million euros and created employment for 75 people.
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2009
Year of creation
Bulgaria
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Year of creation
2009
Orno Ad is an importer which has been established in the year 2009 and is headquartered in Sofia, Bulgaria. The firm provides premium quality products on the Bulgarian market. Besides, the company imports their products from around the world and distributes them to over 6500 point of sales across the country.
The importer’s focal point remains on three principal categories which are:
Moreover, the company partnered with renowned suppliers among which some are listed below:
Additionally, the importer operates their own warehouse which measures 2000 square meters and provides logistics solutions which covers the whole territory of Bulgaria. All the products are delivered punctually.
In the financial year 2017, the company achieved a turnover of 14 million euros with the cooperation of their 81 employees.
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2003
Year of creation
United Kingdom
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Year of creation
2003
Abra is a wholesaler which has been established in the year 2003 and is headquartered in Edmonton, London, United Kingdom. The firm provides its services in both the retail and HoReCa sector. Abra’s products are distributed across Europe, Africa and Middle East.
Different product types can be found under the following categories:
The wholesaler partnered with famous suppliers around the world such as Coca cola, Pampers, Lucozade, Evian, etc...:
Being a member of the Landmark Wholesale Group, Abra distributes their private label products which are known as:
The company operates its own distribution centre covering 75,000 square feet. while continuing to provide nationwide delivery solutions.
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1982
Year of creation
United States
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Year of creation
1982
The fresh market is a retailer which has been established in the year 1982 by Ray Berry and Beverly Berry. The headquarters is based in Greensboro, North Carolina, United States. The company operates 161 stores across the country.
The firm provides a wide assortment of products under the following categories:
Furthermore, the enterprise partnered with Burris Logistics which provides retail distribution services. Through this action, the retailer is able to benefit from the warehousing and transportation services.
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1929
Year of creation
France
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1929
Established by Djebrail Bahadourian in 1929, Bahadourian is an importer and distributor of food and beverages in the French market. Its headquarters is based in Lyon, France. The company sources its products from countries such as Italy, Greece, Turkey, Portugal, Lebanon, India, Armenia, Spain, Latin America, Africa, West Indies and many more.
Currently, the business operates 4 shops and 1 restaurant across the country and an online store as well.
In the financial year 2021, Bahadourian achieved a turnover of € 3.3 million and employed more than 20 people.
Furthermore, the importer provides a variety of goods under the following categories:
Brands such as Coral, Mandorla, Patrella, Tabasco, Heinz, Damman, Moghrabieh, Tilda, Carnaroli, Chateau Kefraya, Chateau Mornag, Gatao and many others are endorsed by the firm. It is noteworthy that Bahadourian also provides organic and bio products in its portfolio.
In addition, the company developed its own brand under the name “Bahadourian” which consists of products such as soaps, spices, teas, etc.
Pertaining to its logistics solutions, Bahadourian partnered with Colissimo Expert Suivi and Chronopost to conduct its deliveries.
The company’s online shop can be accessed on: https://www.bahadourian.com/
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1986
Year of creation
Austria
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Year of creation
1986
Gunz Warenhandels,an importer of food and drinks, is based in Austria. The family business was founded by Helmut Gunz in 1986 and now offers over 1200 references. Gunz Warenhandels operates 2 branches in Germany and Belarus.
Gunz Warenhandels started by distributing solely in Austria but eventually, the company started to export across Europe. Nowadays, Gunz Warenhandels exports to over 100 countries.
Gunz Warenhandels has a shop in Austria and an online store as well.
The company employs 185 people and in 2019, it reached a turnover of € 148.8 million, indicating an increase of 4.8% in revenue compared to 2018.
The firm offers a large assortment of products in the following categories:
Savory Grocery: snacks, chips, spices, canned food, etc.
Sweet Grocery: sweets, cereans, dried fruits, biscuits, etc.
Drinks: wine, spirits, syrups, etc.
Gunz Warenhandels also offers gluten-free, lactose-free, organic, halal and vegetarian products.
Brands such as Capri Sun, Loyd, Milka, Vidal, Boom, Pfanner, Wawi, etc are available.
Gunz Warenhandels also launched 20 private labels including (but not limited to):
Asia Gold: a range of Asian snacks, noodles, sauces, coconut oil, etc.
Bad Dog: a brand of energy drinks
Don Fernando: a brand of Spanish-Mexican foods such as wraps, tortilla chips, canned foods, etc.
Feiny Biscuits: an extensive range of pastries, biscuits and wafers
Fine Biscuits: a range of cookies
Gina: a brand of am, spreads, dried fruits, cereals, etc.
Ginetto: a range of wines and wine cocktails
Gunz: a brand of ice tea and cookies
Ivanka: an assortment of Balkan delicacies
Maitre Truffout: a wide range of chocolates and pralines
Gunz Warenhandels operates 2 logistics centres: 1 in Austria and 1 in Germany.
Gunz Warenhandels has set up a solidarity fund of € 100000 per year which goes to employees as well as charities.
Concerning the environment, the company has reduced its carbon footprint. The business used photovoltaic systems for its warehouses which has helped to convert to using renewable energy sources.
Gunz Warenhandels’s online shop can be accessed on www.gunz.cc
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2007
Year of creation
India
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2007
Star n foods is an importer specialised in FMCG products which has been established in the year 2007 and is headquartered in Mumbai, India. The firm provides their services in the retail and HoReCa sector. The firm imports FMCG products from USA, UK and Malaysia.
Furthermore, the firm provides a wide assortment of goods under the following categories:
Some of their brands include: Dibella, Beanies, Fruity Cheerios, Hershey’s, Betty Crocker etc.
The company’s main clients include:
The company has a dedicated sales team covering 13 states and cooperating with 46 distributors.They also have a particular team ensuring that all food items are well examined prior to shipping including customer care and Indian FSSAI regulations.
The company has a dedicated team to take constant updates about stock levels, shelf life in the warehouses, etc… The firm has the potential to provide logistics solutions to their clients.
In the financial year 2018, the firm achieved total sales of 17.8 million euros. The company has a dedicated entrepreneurial team of 28 people.
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1972
Year of creation
United Kingdom
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Year of creation
1972
Confex functions as a buying alliance and is based in the UK. Confex started operating in 1972. Nowadays, the firm works with over 240 members. Confex is a private company and an associate of the Landmark Wholesale group.
Confex settles competitive deals with suppliers which benefit all its members. The business also helps in marketing strategies and supporting its members with incentive and discounts. Furthermore, the central distribution gives members flexibility in terms of the quantities they order.
Confex has partnered with American Express. The partnership benefits members in terms of special payment terms and rewards.
The members that work with Confex include wholesalers, cash & carry stores, vending operators, food service businesses such as cafes, restaurants, catering companies, etc.
The business’s turnover has reached € 2.5 billion.
The company offers products in the following categories:
Confex currently works with over 200 suppliers which include Nestle, Mars, Twinings, Cadbury, Volvic, Rio, Red Bull and Ferrero. There are over 1000 brands available.
Confex also introduced its own brand, CORE which consists of food and non-food products targetting wholesalers dealing in the HoReCa sector.
In order to become an official supplier of Confex, one should meet the following requirements:
First and foremost, they need to pay a launch fee.
The suppliers should provide relevant and interesting products.
Having the ability to deliver in pallets and able to ship directly to the members.
They should be having their own sales representatives in the UK.
Having their own warehouses is a plus point, also they can ship to Confex’s central distribution which costs 7.5%.
The supplier should be willing to sell into UK independent wholesale.
The minimum turnover for suppliers should be 200,000 euros and they are requested to offer their buyers a loyalty bonus of 2% based on their operating turnover.
In order to conduct their deliveries, a fleet of 3517 vehicles are available. In relation to the logistics solutions, the firm partnered with Yearsley Logistics (largest UK frozen provider of supply chain solutions) hence ensuring the smooth running of the supply chain.
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2015
Year of creation
Algeria
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2015
Sami Ben Agromex is an Algerian importer and distributor established in 2015, specializing in the import and resale of food and non-food fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG) to the dynamic Algerian market. The company operates across a broad product portfolio, with a strong focus on food categories—including dried fruits, dried vegetables, and other staples—as well as beverages, such as soft drinks and juices. Sami Ben Agromex also supplies personal care and household products, encompassing hair care, hygiene, skincare, cleaners, air fresheners, dishwash, and more.
Retail and Distribution Model: The company distributes its products to supermarkets and hypermarkets nationwide, as well as to catering companies within the HoReCa sector, ensuring a strong presence in both retail and foodservice channels[1]. The combination of direct store distribution and foodservice supply allows Sami Ben Agromex to serve a diverse clientele, from everyday shoppers to restaurants, hotels, and cafés. The business model includes both sourcing branded products and developing its own private labels, offering flexibility for suppliers seeking entry into the Algerian market.
Value-Added Services: Beyond import and distribution, Sami Ben Agromex manufactures packaging solutions tailored for fresh and dried products, adding a layer of vertical integration that can be attractive for suppliers looking for a comprehensive distribution partner[1]. This capability enables the company to handle a variety of product formats and extend its reach across multiple retail channels.
Market Positioning: With an annual turnover estimated at €3.5 million and a workforce of approximately 10 employees, Sami Ben Agromex is positioned as a mid-sized, agile player in Algeria’s FMCG import sector[1]. While the company may not operate a vast network of owned retail outlets, its strong relationships with supermarket and hypermarket chains, as well as foodservice providers, allow it to effectively reach consumers throughout the country.
Opportunities for Suppliers: The company is actively seeking new suppliers across personal care, household, savory grocery, and beverages[1]. Sami Ben Agromex’s flexible approach—offering both branded and private label listings—makes it an appealing partner for manufacturers seeking to grow their presence in Algeria, particularly those offering food, drinks, and beauty products.
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1996
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Greece
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Year of creation
1996
Anedik Kritikos is a retail chain which has been established in the year 1996 by Mr Andreas Kritikos. The headquarters is based in Aegina, Greece. The firm is part of Elomas Group which is the largest Greek chain of supermarkets. The company has 293 branches including corporate and franchise.
Anedik Kritikos achieved a turnover of € 311 million in 2018 and the company employs over 2500 people to work for its business.
The branches include:
Consumers get the opportunity to shop from their home through their computer as the company provides their online shop which is as follows: Online Market Kritikos Easy
The retailer provides over 10,000 products under the following categories:
Savory grocery: herbs, spices, rice, pasta, pet food, condiments, soups, snacks, nuts, sauces
Sweet grocery: sweet canned food, biscuits, ambient desserts, confectionery, hot drinks, chocolate, industrial pastries
Chilled & fresh: meat, snacks, seafood, charcuterie
Dairy: cheese, milk, cream, butter, yoghurt
Drinks: wine, spirits, non-alcoholic drinks
Personal care: hair care, supplements, hygiene, makeup, skincare,oral care, fragrances, baby care
Household: Household cleaners, Cleaning supplies, Air fresheners & Repellent, Dishwash, Shoe care, Disposables, Laundry care
Customers can discover the retailer’s own brands on the shelves of the stores which are known as:
Anedik Kritikos introduced Sweete Stevia, the natural sweetener in its stores. The company was given the opportunity to sell these products in its stores as it is considered as a reliable and quality chain in Greece. In the supermarkets customers can find:
The natural sweetener is 98% pure with an excellent flavor and can replace sugar in a balanced diet.
The company operates 5 logistics centers hence ensuring the smooth running of the supply chain.
In fact, the objective of the company is to establish six more stores by the end of the year 2018.
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2003
Year of creation
Germany
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Year of creation
2003
FFG is an importer that focuses on food and beverages and was established in 2003 and is based in Germany.
The firm distributes products from various international brands and also handles the promotion, marketing and logistics in Germany. This also includes product launches. FFG distributes to more than 5000 stores in the country.
It is interesting to know that regular meetings are done with retailers in order to discuss new items and promotions.
The importer’s main clients include Rewe, Coop, Metro, Real, Sky, Familia, etc.
FFG employs a team of 70 sales representatives.
Some of the brands currently available are Naschmonster and Plifuletti.
Additionally, the company has a central warehouse logistics facility which provides 24/48 hours service.
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2003
Year of creation
Czechia
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Year of creation
2003
El Nino Parfum has been operating their business on the retail and wholesale market for more than 13 years. The headquarters is based in Nová Paka, Czech Republic.
The firm operates an online shop (Elnino.cz) where we can find more than 1 million products already in stock. The company is also wholesaler of perfumes and cosmetics and has various clients across Europe.
The range of products are sorted into the personal care category which consists of famous brands at attractive prices. Some of the brands are as follows (non-exhaustive list) :
The company possesses the APEK certification.
Clients have lots of benefits in cooperating with El Nino Parfum as they operate a warehouse and provide a sophisticated logistics solution.
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1998
Year of creation
Poland
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Year of creation
1998
Żabka is a chain of convenience stores established in 1998 by Mariusz Świtalski. Its headquarters is based in Poznan, Poland. The company is owned by a Luxembourg-based private equity and investment advisory firm, CVC Capital Partners.
Moreover, the business attracts around 15.5 million customers in its 8,489 stores across the country and an application has been created which offers the “order and collect service”. Besides, Zabka has 7,000 franchisees as well.
In the financial year 2020, Zabka achieved a turnover of €2 billion and its sales increased by 19% as compared to the previous year. Currently, the firm employs more than 45,000 people.
It is noteworthy that the company won the Food & Retail Award 2021 in the Retail category organised by PTWP SA Group.
Furthermore, the enterprise offers a large variety of goods in the following categories:
Brands such as Oreo, Pepsi, Fuze Tea, Lays, Doritos, Lipton, Milka, Haribo, Mentos, Magnum, Rexona and many others are endorsed by the firm.
Moreover, Zabka also developed its private label products under the following names (non-exhaustive list):
In addition, Zabka maintains the highest quality standards as it is certified by ISO 22000, ISO 9001, IFS, BRC Global Standard and many more.
Pertaining to its logistics solutions, the business operates fully automated distribution centres and has its own fleet of electric vehicles to ensure deliveries.
As of 2021, the food service became the first company in Poland to have its decarbonisation goals in its responsibility (esg) strategy, scientifically verified and approved by the international initiative Science Based Targets (SBTi).
Moreover, the company signed an agreement with Paysafe in 2021 to give Polish people increased access to online cash.
Additionally, Zabka overtook Amazon in the European race for autonomous stores by launching 25 stores under the Zabka Nano and Zaapka banners in January 2022. The firm uses contactless, AI-powered computer vision technology from U.S tech player Aifi which is a bit similar to Amazon’s Just Walk Out set-up and this concept enables shopping to be checkout-free and fast.
Furthermore, the convenience chain partnered with DHL so that parcels can be sent from Zabka stores or by DHL courier.
In June 2022, the company partnered with Krakow tech firm VeloxAlpha SA to launch the country’s first hot dog-making robot.
Concerning sustainability, Zabka protects the environment by eliminating plastic bags and replacing them with biodegradable and paper bags.
Zabka’s application can be accessed on: https://zakupy.zabka.pl/
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1
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1993
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Belarus
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1
Year of creation
1993
Eurotorg is a retailer which has been established in the year 1993 by Vladimir Vasilko and Sergei Litvin. The headquarters is based in Minsk, Belarus.
As of December 2018, the firm operates 862 grocery stores which operate under the name Eurotorg as well as 100 drogerie stores under the name Magia and the company employs 3000 people. The retailer cooperates with approximately 2000 suppliers.
Eurotorg is regarded as the largest private company in the country and is also the leading retailer in Belarus. The firm is ranked among the Top 10 food retailers in Belarus and in the year 2017, Eurotorg achieved a market share of 19%.
The firm also operates an e-commerce business since 2014 and the platform is known as Dostavka.by
In 2016 Eurotorg launched another online shop known as: Gipermall.by where one can purchase dry food and non-food products.
The company offers a diversified range of products under the following categories:
Chilled & fresh
Frozen
Dairy
Sweet grocery
Savory grocery
Drinks
Personal care
Household
In order to conduct deliveries, the firm operates their own logistics network which is composed of a modern fleet of 500 vehicles and manages 4 warehouses. There are 740 people who work in the logistics department and the company has its own IT system devised by the IT team.
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2000
Year of creation
Slovakia
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Year of creation
2000
Teta Drogerie is a retailer based in Slovakia. The company was founded in 2000 and is owned by PK Solvent, a Czech company. By 2015, the firm had over 761 stores across the country.
In 2019, Teta Drogerie was reported to achieve a turnover of €204.6 million and employed 2250 people.
Teta Drogerie provides a variety of products in the following category:
Teta Drogerie works with brands such as Tento, Domestos, Persil, Dermacol and many more.
Teta Drogerie owns 7 private labels including (not limited to):
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2001
Year of creation
Russia
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Year of creation
2001
Sima-lend is a wholesaler which has been established in the year 2000 and is headquartered in Yekaterinburg, Russia. The firm collaborates with various suppliers from Europe, China and the CIS countries. 80.5% of the products are sourced locally only. Their customers include wholesalers and retailers.
The company sells over 600,000 kind of products under the following categories:
The company operates a warehouse which measures 118,000 square meters. Concerning the logistics solutions, the firm’s fleet of vehicles consist of 400 cars.
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Russia
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Kamelot-A is a supermarket chain which provides fresh food at good prices. The headquarters is based in Tomsk, Russia. The firm operates 541 stores across the country.
The company provides their goods under the following categories:
It is interesting to know that the company does not own any warehouse to stock their goods, nevertheless, all their products are delivered daily in the supermarkets.
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1952
Year of creation
United States
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1952
Established by Bob Sheetz in 1952, Sheetz is an American chain of convenience stores and coffee shops. Its headquarters is based in Altoona, Pennsylvania, United States. It is noteworthy that all its locations offer 24/7 service since the 1980s.
Presently, the business operates 652 outlets in 6 states and 38 cities. Moreover, an e-commerce platform is at the disposal of its customers as well.
In the financial year 2020, Sheetz achieved a turnover of €6 billion and currently employs 20,204 people.
It is noteworthy that the company was recognized as the Best Employers for Diversity in 2022.
Furthermore, the enterprise offers a variety of products in the following categories:
Brands such as Pepsi, Coca Cola, Red Bull, Monster, Kitkat, Mentos and many others are endorsed by the firm.
Moreover, the firm developed its own brand known as “Sheetz Pop”, a line of soft drinks.
In addition, the retailer maintains the highest quality standards as it is certified by the U.S Green Building (USGBC).
Pertaining to its logistics solutions, the business operates its own distribution centres and is planning to partner with Relex Solutions to improve its distribution and inventory management strategies in 2022.
The company partnered with StorMagic in 2020 to modernise and optimise in-store computer systems at its convenience stores.
Furthermore, Sheetz became the first convenience store chain to accept Bitcoin and other digital currencies in its stores in 2021.
Moreover, the convenience chain dropped gas prices to help drivers get through Independence Day travel in June 2022.
In July 2022, the firm announced that it has plans to open a new location in North Cornwall Township. Moreover, in the same year, Sheetz invested more than $70 million in store employee wages and is planning to hire 3,500 people across its market area.
Additionally, Sheetz is planning to expand its operations in Dayton, Ohio by opening 20 locations in the next 5 years. Furthermore, the firm is aiming to open its first store in Dayton in 2024.
Concerning sustainability, the business added renewable energy to power its Pennsylvania stores in February 2022. As part of its sustainability efforts, Sheetz has also implemented fast charging for electric vehicles and has increased its recycling services as well.
The company’s online shop can be accessed on: https://orderz.sheetz.com/
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1907
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Germany
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1907
Scheurich la fleur is a retailer which has been established in the year 1907 by Wilhelm Scheurich. The headquarters is based in Walldurn, Germany. The firm provides their services in the gastronomy sector, to distributors and eventually to end customers.
Customers can find a wide assortment of goods in Scheurich shop found in the capital of the country. Nevertheless, the firm provides their services through their online shop namely: Scheurich La Fleur
The company provides selected goods under the following categories:
The group’s specialty is Wine and they offer various type of wines from countries such as Italy, France, Germany, Spain, etc…
The firm provides shipping facilities in Germany and outside the country as well.
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Founded by Clemens Drdla in 2012, ConFusion-Asiatisch Kochen is a foodservice company which offers cooking classes and catering services in the Austrian market. Its headquarters is based in Vienna, Austria. The company specialises in Asian products.
Presently, the business operates 1 restaurant which can be booked by customers for their private events. Also, ConFusion-Asiatisch Kochen manages an e-commerce platform.
It is noteworthy that the firm offers catering services at its partner locations as well as at its clients’ homes.
Furthermore, the enterprise offers various products under the following categories:
Brands such as Yuzu, Clearspring, Algamar, Rice Paper, Aroy-D and many others are endorsed by the firm. These products are sourced from China, Vietnam, Thailand, Japan, India, etc. ConFusion-Asiatisch Kochen also offers a line of organic products in its portfolio.
Moreover, the foodservice developed its own brand known as ‘ConFusion’ which includes products such as curry pastes, coconut milk, mushrooms, curry powder and many other products.
Pertaining to its logistics solutions, the business partners with a third-party logistics provider to manage its deliveries.
The company’s online shop can be accessed on: http://www.confusion-kochen.at/
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1998
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United Kingdom
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1998
Founded in 1998 in the UK, CLF Distribution is an importer, wholesaler and distributor of food and non-food products. CLF Distribution offers over 11000 references. Furthermore, CLF Distribution runs an online shop, Just Natural, which is dedicated to natural products.
Retailers can access CLF Distribution’s online ordering platform where they can view the whole product range and place their orders.
CLF Distribution distributes to independent retailers, gyms, pharmacies, etc. such as Beanfreaks, Health Emporium, The V Spot, etc.
CLF Distribution achieves an annual turnover of € 40.4 million and employs 135 people.
CLF Distribution offers products in the following categories:
CLF Distribution also provides an array of items that are natural, vegan, plant-based, dairy-free, etc.
Over 1000 brands are available by the company and include 9 Bar, Activ Juice, English Tea Shop, Sukin, Medihoney, etc.
Moreover, CLF Distribution is the exclusive distributor of brands like Balanced, Soakin, Organic Kitchen, Prima Italia, etc.
CLF Distribution offers products that are manufactured in the UK and also imports from various countries such as Switzerland, Japan, India, etc. CLF Distribution tries to source locally when possible.
CLF Distribution is a certified MHRA Medicinal Product Wholesaler.
CLF Distribution prefers to work with suppliers that offer organic products and are Fair Trade certified. The company constantly sources innovative and healthy products and also continues to expand its free-from range.
The business also sources from cooperative groups. CLF Distribution ensures that it collaborates only with suppliers from countries that adhere to human rights regulations.
It must be noted that CLF Distribution only provides products that contain no harmful ingredients.
Pertaining to the warehousing facilities, the company runs its own warehouse with a total storage area of 40000 sq.ft. Equipped with the latest IT and stock management systems, CLF Distribution is able to supply its clients efficiently. Deliveries are effected within the next 24 hours for orders sent before 10am.
In order to reduce packaging waste, carbon footprint and protect the environment, CLF Distribution has introduced the CLF Tote Box service which is free for its clients. Indeed, the Tote Boxes have a longer life compared to cardboard boxes and the products are less likely to be damaged when they are being moved from the warehouse to the client’s location.
CLF Distribution’s online store, Just Natural, can be accessed on www.justnatural.co.uk
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1992
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Latvia
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1992
Prike is an importer which has been established in the year 1992 in Estonia. The firm is known as the premium brand marketing company in the Baltics State. Prike was established in 2003 in Latvia and later on in Lithuania in the year 2005.
The firm provides their services in the HoReCa and retail sector. The firm serves more than 3500 customers in the Baltics.
The company’s core product category is drinks and some of the products are listed below:
Prike provides more than 90 well-known premium brands which consists of more than 590 quality products.
The firm partnered with the following suppliers:
The company has an efficient logistics organization which helps them conduct deliveries across the Baltics State.
In the financial year 2017, the company achieved a turnover of 15.1 million euros.
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2010
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United States
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3
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2010
In the year 2010, two friends namely Katia and Hayley decided to launch the Birchbox business as they were determined to create a better way to shop for beauty products. The retailer’s headquarters is based in New York, United States.
The company conducts their business in the following countries:
One can find the latest beauty and grooming products which covers the following range:
It is interesting to know that customers get the opportunity to book appointments from Birchbox in order to benefit from hair or makeup services. As of 2014, the firm partnered with Soldsie, a social e-commerce platform based in San Francisco so that they can launch their instagram shop and through this action, customers are able to purchase from Instagram just by leaving a comment on a photo with hashtag #birchboxcart.
The company cooperated with OHL, which provides global supply chain management solutions. Through this step, Birchbox is able to operate an efficient supply chain. Birchbox even partnered with Seko logistics so that the latter may conduct deliveries for orders placed through the Birchbox online shop.
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1999
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Poland
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1999
Sfinks is a food service company that was founded in 1999. The firm operates several restaurants across Poland, some of which operate as franchises. Sfinks is known for launching original and creative restaurant formats with various cultural influences both in the cuisine and decor.
With a workforce of 90 people, Sfinks achieved a turnover of €17.30 million in 2020.
At present, Sfinks manages the following banners:
Since 2006, Sfinks has been quoted on the Warsaw Stock Exchange.
Furthermore, all restaurants owned by the group are HACCP certified.
Most of the Sphinx restaurants offer a food delivery service and it can be accessed on https://www.smacznieiszybko.pl/
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2004
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Hungary
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2004
Spin is a Hungarian importer, distributor and manufacturer founded in 2004. The company operates in the FMCG market with the importation of quality beverages, food, cosmetics, as well as medical goods. Spin also has an online shop. It is headquartered in Budapest.
Spin deals with Hungarian based retail chains, grocery stores, drug stores, gas station networks and pharmacy suppliers like Spar, Tesco, Metro, Aldi, Lukoil, Ikea and many others.
Spin offers various products in the following categories:
Moreover, the company exclusively works with numerous well-known international brands such as Vitamin Well, Flapjack, Mantinga, Revalid, etc.
Spin’s private label named ‘FlapJack’ was created in 2016 and currently manufactures snacks that are sold in many EU countries. The firm is also offering to manufacture private label products for other companies.
All products go through the HACCP procedure and FSI certification regularly to ensure that the quality of the goods is maintained.
Spin’s production takes place in a warehouse of 220 m2 which includes processing of raw materials and packaging & shipping of final goods. The company also provides delivery with its own fleet of vehicles as well as national and international transport firms.
A new hall of 110 m2 was established in 2020. It was furnished with a high capacity packaging machine for the purpose of mixing and packing cereals.
Spin has started co-packing for distributors and retailers.
An easy access to the Spin’s online store is www.spinshop.hu.
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1991
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Hungary
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1991
Primor Cosmetics is an importer and distributor of perfumes and cosmetics. Founded in 1991 in Hungary, the company distributes to various retailers.
Primor Cosmetics offers merchandising, logistics, PR, Social Media support and beauty advisory services to its suppliers, enabling them to sell on the Hungarian market.
Primor Cosmetics works with over 60 people and its targeted turnover of 2019 was € 15 million.
Primor Cosmetics offers products in the Personal Care category which includes make-up, fragrances, skincare, hair care, etc.
In fact Primor has classified the various brands it distributes in 3 distinct segments:
Some of the brands offered are Prada, Hugo Boss, Joop!, Lancaster, Essence, Chloe, etc.
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1998
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Hungary
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1998
Founded in 1998, Del 100 is a wholesaler and distributor of food and household products. Its headquarters is based in Kiskunfélegyháza, Hungary. The company has its wholesale and retail division as well.
Moreover, along with its household chemical wholesale warehouse, the business operates 13 retail stores.
In the financial year 2021, Del 100 achieved a turnover of €41 million and currently employs 213 people.
Furthermore, the enterprise offers more than 20,000 references in the following categories:
Brands such as Jacobs, Ariel, Rege, Dove, Signal, Veet, Tena, Carin, Tiret and many others are endorsed by the firm.
Pertaining to its logistics solutions, Del 100 operates its own distribution centre and a fleet of vehicles is readily available to ensure its deliveries.
With regards to community service, the wholesaler offers charitable donations to various organisations.
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Benu is a pharmaceutical retailer with 279 pharmacies across Czech Republic. The firm is a subsidiary of the Phoenix Group, which is the leading pharmaceutical trader in Europe. Benu Czech Republic also operates an online store and a mobile application.
Benu Czech Republic provides various services such as blood sugar, Alzeihmer and cholesterol testing as well as online counseling from pharmacists.
Benu Czech Republic won the Superbrand Award in 2019.
Benu Czech Republic provides a wide range of products in the following categories:
Benu Czech Republic also offers gluten-free, organic, superfood and diet food.
Benu Czech Republic provides famous brands such as Pampers, Nivea, Nestle, Avene, etc.
Benu Czech Republic imports its products from Germany, France, Switzerland and many more.
Free delivery is offered for any purchases exceeding € 38.7.
The company's online pharmacy is accessible on www.benu.cz
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2001
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Czechia
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2001
SITIL BOHEMIA, s.r.o. is a Czech wholesale distributor specializing in beauty products, healthy lifestyle items, wellness products, and toiletries. Founded over 24 years ago, the company has established itself as a reliable partner for manufacturers and brands aiming to expand into Central Europe, particularly within the Czech and Slovak markets.
The company offers a broad portfolio that includes a variety of beauty and wellness products, emphasizing natural and sustainable skincare through partnerships with innovative brands such as those involved with Aqua Bio Technology ASA.
SITIL BOHEMIA primarily operates as a wholesale distributor, supplying products to leading drugstore chains and key retail partners in Czechia and Slovakia. The company manages its distribution through centralized facilities located in Prague, functioning as distribution centers and warehouses, supporting both offline retail and online commerce through dedicated e-commerce platforms with active social media promotion.
While SITIL BOHEMIA does not operate its own chains of physical stores, it plays a crucial logistical role in the supply chain within the beauty and wellness sector, connecting global suppliers with local retailers and consumers. Its strategic location and extensive partnership network facilitate efficient distribution across the region.
Financially, the company’s turnover is estimated in the range of 10 to 50 million euros as of 2024, with an employee base of approximately 20 to 49 staff concentrated in the Czech Republic. SITIL BOHEMIA’s focus on beauty and personal care distribution positions it as a significant intermediary in the FMCG sector for the region.
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1992
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Hungary
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1992
Founded in 1992 by Daniel Poisson and based in Hungary, Duna Pro is not only the first but also the leading distributor company in the country. The company offers premium brands and personalised services, ranging from the manufacturer to the dealer.
Currently, Duna Pro has more than 2000 trade partners and provides around 160 references. Some of its partners include Auchan, Bata, Aldi, Vitexim, Vent West, etc.
Duna Pro serves clients such as retailers and supermarkets, retail chains, etc. The company covers 100% of the modern trade, traditional trade, wholesale market, specialty stores, drug store chains.
Additionally, the business owns around 20000 points of sales across Hungary.
With a workforce of 50 employees, Duna Pro achieves an annual turnover of around € 19 million.
The company provides a wide assortment of products under the following categories:
Furthermore, Duna Pro offers services pertaining to full sales, commercial and logistics needs of the manufacturers, etc.
The company has exclusive distribution rights for the following brands: Bacardí, Martini, Bombay, Grey Goose, Patrón, Kleenex, Huggies, etc.
The products are imported from countries like Puerto Rico, Israel, Netherlands, USA, etc.
Moreover, Duna Pro is looking for brands that are already present in other European countries as well as emerging brands. The firm is interested in beers, ciders, hard seltzers, etc.
Duna Pro is also interested in premium brands and nice packaging.
With regards to the society, the company takes part in several campaigns, such as United Way Hungary's Covid-Emergency-Assisting campaign.
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1997
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Poland
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1997
Sense and Body is an importer which has been established in the year 1997 and is headquartered in Warsaw, Poland. The company is determined to import ecological products from around the world hence distributing them in the retail market.
The main products category is personal care and the firm provides various brands under this section which are known as (non-exhaustive list):
The firm also offers their own brands which are as follows (non-exhaustive list):
The company distributes their products to retail chains and specialized stores such as:
In the financial year 2016, the firm achieved a revenue of 1.96 million euros.
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2013
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Netherlands
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2013
Victoria Trading is an independent purchasing cooperative which has been formed in the year 2013 in the Netherlands. The purchasing cooperative is comprised of seven Dutch foodservice businesses. They have joined forces and bundled volumes with the aim of a better price-quality ratio, increasing efficiency in the chain, innovation and intensification of corporate social responsibility.
Through this collaboration, the company’s purchasing volume amounts to over 300 million euros.
The seven Food service members are as follows:
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1993
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Russia
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1993
Founded in 1993, Luding is an importer and distributor of alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages in the Russian market. Its headquarters is based in Moscow, Russia. The company sources its products from countries such as France, Germany, Italy, United Kingdom, Australia, Portugal, New Zealand and many others.
Concerning its distribution channels, the business distributes its products to retailers and wholesalers nationwide. Moreover, Luding operates more than 20 branches and an online shop as well.
In the financial year 2021, the firm achieved a turnover of € 446 million and employed 745 people.
It is noteworthy that Luding won various awards in the “Leader of the year” competition by the National Alcohol Association from 2003 to 2018.
Furthermore, the importer offers over 5,000 references in the following categories:
Additionally, brands such as Lambay, Kremlin, Baby well, Saint-Joseph, Soberano, etc, are endorsed by the firm.
Pertaining to its logistics solutions, Luding operates its own temperature controlled warehouse and its fleet of vehicles to conduct its deliveries.
The company’s online shop can be accessed on: https://www.luding.ru/
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2000
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Russia
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2000
Utkonos specialises itself in Internet trade in food and similar products.
Deliveries are taken care of by the company in respect of the districts in Moscow region. Their products includes non-food such as household items and animal products as well as food (dairy products, fresh vegetables, fish & meat and beauty products).
In the newest format of the retailer, Utkonos offers over 39 000 SKUs. The process has been simplifies over the years by taking into considerations customers’ preferences and automated quality control system.
With over 200 employees and a warehouse of more than 40,000 square meters, the company is able to cater for customers with quality products. The price is at a competitve rate as the company has direct contact with leading manufacturers.
The online retailer has recently purchased an office and a warehouse of more than 70,000 square meters to ease up its transactions. The warehouse is strategically situated at Logo park sever which is the second largest warehouse ever bought by the company.
This achievement will decrease the delivery time and considerably increase the number of orders per day.
In 2016, Utkonos was the biggest online retailer in Russia, delivering up to 9000 orders per day.
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1994
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Croatia
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1994
Offertissima was founded in 1994, and is specialised in import, export and wholesale trade. The products concerned are household goods, school supplies, paper confectionery, hygiene items, toys, glassware, ceramics etc.
With headquarters and a central warehouse in Novaki, the company is also known to be the largest importer with 1500 square meters offering different articles.
Offertissima imports from countries such as
Pertaining to logistic features, the importer has an average of 200 trucks as well as 150 containers of goods.
Currently the company are establishing cooperation with a network of more than 80 manufacturers and tradesmen like Blista, Čuljak, Cro-plast, Mar-Mar, Graphic-Graphoprint, Commel, Book, Car Care Pens, PC Group, Alca, Brodplast, Plastic Wrap, Logistics Violet , Olival, Tralma, Trstenjak and many others.
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1997
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Mexico
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1997
Supermercados Internacionales HEB, S.A. de C.V. is the Mexican division of H-E-B, a major private supermarket chain headquartered in San Antonio, Texas, USA. Since opening its first store in Monterrey in 1997, H-E-B has grown to operate 87 stores across northeast and Bajío regions of Mexico as of 2025. This includes the primary H-E-B supermarket format as well as the discount banner Mi Tienda del Ahorro, which targets low to middle income consumers with warehouse-style pricing. The company mainly serves Mexican consumers by offering a wide selection of locally produced food, beverage, and beauty products tailored to local tastes.
HEB Mexico competes directly against leading Mexican retailers such as Soriana, Walmart México, Bodega Aurrerá, S-Mart, Chedraui, and Casa Ley. The company has entrenched itself deeply into the Nuevo León market, holding an estimated 41% share in Monterrey alone, which is its most important region. H-E-B attributes much of its initial and sustained success to brand recognition among northern Mexican customers familiar with H-E-B from cross-border shopping in Texas. The company's strategic location choice and cross-border ties have, since its 1997 market entry, driven steady expansion.
As part of the broader H-E-B group, which had more than 380 stores in Texas and 51 in northeast Mexico as of late 2024, HEB Mexico is integrated into an operation with over 165,000 employees globally and total revenues exceeding $43 billion as of 2023, with more than $1 billion generated in Mexico alone. In Mexico, the workforce number reaches over 18,000 employees. The retail formats under the Mexican business include supermarkets, convenience stores (via Mi Tienda), warehouses, and cash and carry outlets, facilitating wide geographic and demographic coverage.
The company emphasizes local product sourcing and community involvement, with a mission to improve the quality of life for customers, employees, suppliers, and local communities. HEB Mexico continues investing in digital presence and eCommerce capabilities to expand its service offerings, partnering with regional developers to enhance user experience and marketing effectiveness.
HEB Mexico’s store portfolio includes the H-E-B supermarkets, Mi Tienda del Ahorro discount stores for value-conscious shoppers, and specialty convenience formats that cater to diverse consumer needs. The company’s strategic vision is to be Mexico’s best retailer, delivering excellent shopping experiences, workplace environments, and business partnerships.
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1995
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Albania
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1995
AlbanCorp Group is an importer which has been established in the year 1995 and is headquartered in Tirane, Albania. The firm distributes consumer goods in the Republic of Albania. The company conducts their business through advanced software solutions.
The company’s products categories include:
The firm distributes imported brands to over 7000 clients across Albania. Some of the recognised brands are listed below (non-exhaustive list) :
The firm matches the quality standards as they possess certifications such as ISO 9001:2008 and HACCP.
The group operates a warehouse which measures 8,000 meter squares so that they may fulfill the needs of their distribution and retail operations. The company also provides chilled and freeze warehousing conditions.
In the financial year 2016, the firm achieved a revenue of 9.92 million euros.
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1998
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Spain
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1998
Tradeco is an importer which has 20 years of experience in introducing the Chinese market to its clients. Indeed the company’s main business activity is to help the clients export their products to China.
To do this, Tradeco puts forward the services it provides:
Tradeco deals mainly with importers and distributors encompassing large supermarket chains in China or self owned stores as well as exclusivity in some supermarkets in China.
Before starting the work, the company conducts a market analysis by visiting hypermarkets and supermarkets, convenience stores, etc. By doing this, the firm is able to assemble relevant informations from the market and figure out the competition. The firm conducts their research based on the following examples: pricing, packaging, labeling, promotions, etc.
Some examples of its clients are:
The business activities are strategically segmented such that the headquarters is found in Shanghai and 2 offices in Spain i.e one is for customer care and support and one for administrative work.
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Organic & Natural is the result of the growing demand for quality products at competitive prices.
Working with recognised brands in Europe and other places, the online retailer ensures that it get the exclusive distribution of a particular product, quick delivery from stock to elsewhere, constant diversification, personalised recommendations and regular contact improvement with customers
The brands that the company puts forward are as follows:
Organic & Natural offers 100% bio and organic products to the BtoB (such as pharmacies like Catena and organic shops) and the BtoC (thanks to its e-commerce) market in Romania, Hungary and Bulgaria.
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2011
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United States
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2011
IPSY is a prominent beauty subscription service and ecommerce platform based in the United States, founded in 2011 by YouTube beauty influencer Michelle Phan along with co-founders Marcelo Camberos and Jennifer Jaconetti Goldfarb. The company specializes in personalized monthly delivery of curated beauty products including makeup, skincare, perfumes, nail products, and personal care items tailored to customer preferences through a proprietary beauty quiz and predictive algorithms.
IPSY operates primarily via membership subscription tiers, including the original Glam Bag subscription delivering deluxe-size samples, Glam Bag Plus (now BoxyCharm), and Glam Bag Ultimate (later renamed Icon Box), offering various assortments of full-size and deluxe samples. The platform also features an ecommerce shop providing members with discounted full-sized beauty products, including IPSY’s own brands such as Complex Culture and Refreshments, which focus on vegan, cruelty-free, and allergen-free formulations.
The company has a significant presence in the U.S. market with a relatively small number of physical distribution centers or warehouses to support its primarily online subscription and ecommerce business. IPSY merged with BoxyCharm in 2023 under the IPSY umbrella, creating a broader portfolio in the beauty subscription segment. Their operations emphasize data-driven personalization and innovative beauty discovery experiences, leveraging influencer collaborations and celebrity-curated boxes.
Financially, IPSY is estimated to have annual revenues in the range of €110 million to €120 million (converted from reported $105.6 million in recent data) as of 2024, maintaining a workforce of approximately 200 to 499 employees in the United States. Its business model centers on delivering value through personalized product selection and fostering community engagement among beauty consumers.
By combining subscription services with ecommerce sales and continuing product innovation, IPSY remains a major player in the U.S. beauty and cosmetics market, appealing both to consumers keen on discovering new beauty products and to manufacturers seeking robust distribution channels within the fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG) beauty sector.
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1992
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Czechia
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1992
Vrtal s.r.o. is a Czech-based FMCG wholesale company specializing in the distribution of alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages, food products, and tobacco. Established in 1992, Vrtal has built a reputation for reliability and a broad product portfolio, serving both retail and wholesale clients across the Czech Republic.
The company operates 15 large beverage warehouses and 5 specialized retail stores focused on alcohol, wine, and tobacco, with a growing presence in food and beverage distribution. Vrtal’s business model emphasizes competitive pricing, fast delivery, and a continuously expanding product range, ensuring it remains a strong partner for suppliers and retailers alike.
Vrtal s.r.o. is a family-owned business with a tradition spanning over three decades. The company currently employs more than 100 people, with staff numbers increasing annually. Its headquarters are located in Jihlava, and it maintains a network of distribution centers and retail points throughout the country.
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Vrtal’s strategy focuses on maintaining high service quality and adapting to market trends, including the expansion of its online and e-commerce offerings. The company’s financial performance has shown steady growth, with annual turnover in the range of 10 to 50 million EUR (latest available data: 2022).
For manufacturers and suppliers, Vrtal offers a well-established distribution channel with a strong regional footprint and a commitment to innovation and customer satisfaction. The company is recognized for its efficient logistics, broad product selection, and competitive pricing, making it a valuable partner in the Czech FMCG market.
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Idyl is an independent store based in the Netherlands. A subsidiary of Dio, Idly is known for developing its own line of products which are sold in the Idyl shop but also in Dio drugstores across the Netherlands.
The private label is composed of 450 references in different product segments:
The products available in the personal care category include gauze compresses, sghower gels, body lotions, sun sprays. Another distinctive trait is that the products are sold at a fair price.
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1993
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Romania
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1993
Founded in 1993, Serpico Trading is a Romanian importer and distributor of food items. The company also features an online store.
Serpico trading’s clients include retailers such as popular retail chains and cash & carry stores. Some of them are Auchan, Carrefour, Metro, etc.
In 2020, it achieved a turnover of €8.9 million and currently, 38 people are working for the firm.
Serpico Trading provides products in the following categories:
Organic products are also offered.
Some of the brands one can find at Serpico Trading include Bonduelle, Kerrygold, Olutalia, Ava, etc.
Serpico Trading has been importing from various European countries including Italy, France, Belgium, etc. The company has also been putting forward a range of Romanian brands including Hame, Euromel, Prutul, etc.
The company is HACCP, UKAS and ISO 9001:2015 certified.
Serpico Trading has its own storage facilities while the deliveries are handled by a third party logistic company.
Its’s online store can be accessed on www.serpico.com.ro