Clodis France is a business involved in trading in household and personal care products. The firm has been based in France for 45 years. At present, Clodis offers over 3500 references. Clodis operates 2 offices in the country.

Clodis reached a turnover of € 26.9 million in 2018 thanks to the distribution of the following products and categories:

• Personal Care: baby care, skin care, fragrances, oral care, etc. 

• Household: air fresheners, laundry care, bleach, cleaning supplies, etc. 

The company offers products from brands such as Gilac, Tork, Vileda Professional, Bic, 3M, etc.

Furthermore, Clodis developed its private labels, including (but not limited to):

• Lagor: cleaning products

• Clodis: general maintenance products

• Ojade: a brand of hygiene products

• Essil: a range of laundry care products

• Mifleur: a brand of air fresheners

At present, Clodis works with over 200 suppliers.

Clodis offers eco-friendly products which are certified by recognised bodies such as Ecocert, Ecolabel, FSC, PEFC, ARCAA, etc. The company prefers to work with those suppliers which are ISO 14001 certified.

The firm operates 2 warehouses in France that have a storage area of over 17500 m2. 

Clodis aims at reducing its carbon footprint. 

Founded in 1984, Francois Prely launched the company France Restauration Rapide, a business specialising in food service in France. The company started operating the franchise Eat Parade. In 1986, a new franchise, Patapain was launched in France.

Patapain diversified by introducing new menus and in 2011 the Patapain Traiteur, a catering service, was launched. 

In 2016, Patapain launched Kube, a new food service concept in Noyers sur Cher. 

At present, Patapain consists of 51 restaurants across France. People can also order online.

There are 900 people employed by Patapain.

Patapain offers a wide variety of products on their menu in their restaurants including breakfast, lunch and tea time options.

The menu includes salads, breads, pastries, ready-meals, appetizers, hot & cold beverages, etc. 

Patapain chooses to work with artisans, suppliers and professionals within the region.

The company has decided that by 2026, it will source poultry only from businesses that abide by the European Chicken Commitment. By 2025, Patapain will only source free-range eggs. 

Patapain is also an enterprise that participates in community life and also works with charities like the Red Cross, Entreprise Solidaire Des Banques Alimentaires, Les Restaurants Du Coeur, etc.

Restel is a food service company based in Finland. The company operates several international franchises in Finland. Currently, Restel operates around 200 food service establishments. Furthermore, Restel used to operate around 40 hotels and the hotel business was acquired by Scandic.

Restel’s food service activities are divided in 3 sectors:

• Restaurants & Bars: various international franchises 

• Food & Events: food service located in arenas and centres.

• Individual Restaurants

Restel operates different international food service franchises in Finland including Taco Bell, Burger King, O’Leary, Hemingway’s, etc. 

Restel also operates several individual restaurants such as Sampo, Isey Skyr Bar, Mestaritalli, etc. 

Restel reached a turnover of € 215.1 million in 2018 and employed 1800 people. 

Restel uses local products and opts for free-range eggs. 

Restel aims to be sustainable and has taken several measures pertaining to food wastage, In order to reduce food waste. Restel purchases ingredients according to the season. Furthermore, the company also offers left-over food at a lower price through the application ResQ. 

Restel reduced plastic by offering alternative materials for its packaging. The business also uses recycled materials. 

In 1978, Pat Mc Donagh, a former teacher, set up Supermac’s, a fast food chain in Ireland. The first Supermac’s was launched in Galway. The franchise has grown rapidly relying on its strengths; a menu that stands out, high quality food and service and strong work ethics.

Nowadays, Supermac counts 118 restaurants in Ireland and several franchises across Europe and Australia. People can also order online from the restaurants. 

Supermac’s earned its name from the locals. Pat Mc Donagh was nicknamed Supermac by his entourage during the time he used to play football for Carmelite College. 

Supermac’s has also launched Claddagh Irish Pubs & Restaurants which operate in the US. There are 11 restaurants under this banner. 

Supermac’s also ventured into the hospitality industry and owns several hotels in Ireland including Castle Oaks House Hotel and Charleville Park Hotel. The hotels feature Supermac’s restaurants as well. 

Supermac’s also owns The Plaza Group,  a chain of service stations which also house several Supermac’s restaurants. 

Furthermore, Supermac’s is also the franchisor for the US fast food chain Papa John’s Pizza in Ireland. Supermac’s also manages a new banner Supersubs which is known for its healthy menu options. Both Papa John's Pizza and Supersubs operate within specific Supermac’s restaurants.

Supermac’s achieves an annual turnover of € 82 million and there are over 2700 employees working for the company. 

Supermac’s was awarded the Gilbey’s Award for Food Excellence and the Excellence Ireland Hygiene 

The company works with suppliers, opting for local ingredients mainly. 

Customers can order online on www.supermacs.ie

Mueller Commerce is an importer specialized on organic & vegan products made by certified and capable suppliers from CEE countries. Our focus are confectionary products, in particular chocolate products, biscuits & wafers,  and bars as impulse products. We assembled a strong network of suppliers with proof of concept to cater your needs. 

Van Oers is a wholesaler that distributes a range of frozen snacks to various businesses in the HoReCa sector. Van Oers Groep started operating in 1958 in the Netherlands. The family business started by offering canned vegetables, cheese and fish. 

Van Oers distributes to petrol stations, cafes, canteers, leisure parks, etc. The company also supplies to event catering businesses. 

In 1963, Van Oers began to offer frozen snacks and as the market evolved, the company focussed on high quality snacks and with time introduced chilled salads and frozen salads to its portfolio. 

In 2015, Van Oers took over De Vries, a Belgian business also operating in the frozen snacks market. The 2 companies formed United Food Family but each business focussed on its own market; Van Oers served the Dutch market while De Vries distributed to Belgium. 

In 2016 Van Oers decided to focus solely on frozen snacks, selling its salad and wholesale businesses.

At present, Van Oers offers products in the frozen food category that includes an extensive range of snacks such as meatballs, croquettes, minced meat bars, mini snacks, etc.

Van Oers offers halal and vegetarian products as well.

Furthermore , the company offers products under its own brands which include:

• De Vries: frozen snacks for the Belgian market

• Va Oers: frozen snacks for the Dutch market

• Mexicano: a range of spicy snacks. 

Since 2017, Van Oers has started to collaborate with Unilever Food Solutions in order to develop the brand Ballen which consists of meatballs served with gravy, a typical Dutch snack. 

Founded in Italy in 2009, Tigota is a retailer specialised in the distribution of personal care and household products. The business also provides a range of infusions and pet foods. Tigota is owned by the Gottardo group.

The company now operates 644 stores in the country as well as an online store that offers over 20 000 references in the food and non-food categories..

Furthermore, Tigota opened 3 additional stores in Switzerland.

At present, Tigota employs 4900 people and achieved a turnover of €25.4 million in 2020. 

Tigota won the Insignia of the year in 2018 and 2019, as well as the Imprese Per Bene 2019 Award.

Several products in the following categories are offered by Tigota:

• Sweet Grocery: tea, infusions, tisanes, etc.
• Savory Grocery: a range of pet food
• Personal Care: baby care, makeup, face care, fragrances, etc.
• Household: laundry care, degreasers, cleaners, softeners, etc. 

The firm provides items from brands such as Hugo Boss, Got Beauty, CIF, Duck, Parisienne, etc. Tigota imports its products from France, UK, USA and many more.

Orders can be delivered within 4 days and are free for purchases exceeding €59. The minimum order is €25.

Tigota has launched Tigota Educational which trains adults and children on the proper use of products and ways of reducing wastage. 

As a partner of Padua European Capital of Volunteering, Tigota has been supporting projects for homeless people. 

Tigota’s online shop can be accessed on www.tigota.it

Glob Marketing is an importer of dairy products based in the UK. The business started operating in 1995 and imports products from Asia, Africa and the Middle East. Glob Marketing also manages offices in the Middle East and Africa.

Glob Marketing helps companies develop and market their own brands as well. In fact, many popular brands from the Middle East and Africa were created by the business itself.

Glob Marketing also exports to Australia, European countries, New Zealand, etc. The firm’s clients include bakeries, importers, biscuit factories, ice-cream factories, cheese factories, governmental institutions, etc.

Glob Marketing offers products in the dairy category such as milk, powdered milk, condensed milk, butter, cheese, etc.

Brands such as Queen, Saman, Momo and many others are available.

Glob Marketing also provides products under its own brands including (but not limited to):

• Barla Milk: dairy products such as milk in cartons and cheese spreads

• Bita: a range of dairy products

• Milka: dairy products such as condensed milk and processed cheese 

Glob Marketing ensures that all products are tested and conform to quality norms. It is only then that they will be shipped to customers. 

Glob Marketing works with shipping and freight companies in order to deliver products to their clients. 

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Leroy Merlin was founded in 1923 by Adolphe Leroy and his wife Rose Merlin in France. The business is involved in the sale of DOY, construction materials, household products, etc and offers more than 6000 references. Leroy Merlin is owned by Groupe Adeo. in 2017, Leroy Merlin controlled 34% of the market in France. 

Initially trading under the name Au Stock Americain, the company used to sell surplus from the US before diversifying. The business started operating under the banner Leroy Merlin in 1960.

By 1989, Leroy Merlin ventured on the international market by opening its first store in Spain. This was followed by further expansions in different countries, mainly by acquiring or partnering with other stores in several countries. 

Leroy Merlin now operates over 400 stores in 12 countries, including France, Spain, Poland, Italy, China, South Africa, etc. The firm also operates an online store. 

Leroy Merlin achieved a turnover of around € 15 billion in 2015 and currently employs over 100000 people. 

Leroy Merlin offers products in the following categories:

• Household: cleaners, degreasers, disinfectants, etc.

• Personal Care: hand disinfectants and related products

Leroy Merlin distributes products from brands such as Impact Gloss, Sanytol, Starwax, Helvet, etc. 

Leroy Merlin also founded Leroy Merlin Source which is a research network focussing on habitation. Leroy Merlin Source has partnered with various universities and schools of architecture. 

Leroy Merlin’s online shop can be accessed on www.leroymerlin.fr

Founded in 2002, Carob Mill Restaurants is a company managing different restaurants across Cyprus. In addition to this, the company also offers catering services for various events. 

Carob Mill Restaurants operates the following food service establishments in the country. Many of them have become award-winning establishments:

• Artima Bistro: a restaurant situated near the Medieval Castle in Limassol. Artima Bistro is known for serving Italian and Mediterranean cuisine.

• Karatello Tavern: an establishment offering traditional Meze cuisine, Karatello Tavern is located next to the Carob Mill Museum.

• Stretto Café Lounge-bar: a restaurant-cafe which is known for its light meals and pastries.

• Draught Microbrewery: a restaurant reputed for its international menu and extensive range of beers.

• MEATing Grill & Co: this restaurant is known for its grilled menu and rustic decor.

• Yabashi Asian Fusion: a restaurant serving Asian cuisine in the heart of  Lemesos.

• Cafe Calma: a relaxing cafe overlooking the Limassol Marina

• Vecchia Napoli: a partnership with Kitchen Concept, Vecchia Napoli offers Neapolitan cuisine in Cyrus. 

Carob Mill Restaurants also offers catering services at any of the above restaurants. Furthermore, the firm also manages 2 venues specifically designed for grand events. Carob Mill Restaurants can handle catering for weddings, carnivals, christenings, conferences and corporate events. 

The company has offered catering services for major events like the UEFA Annual Conference and several Gala Dinners for the Cyprus Presidency of European Union. 

Carob Mill Restaurants employs over 100 people.

The business works with both local and foreign suppliers but is highly selective. Suppliers must provide products of excellent quality and must adhere to health & safety as well as hygiene norms. 

Founded under the name J.L Turner and Son in 1939, the business traded as a wholesaler in the US. In 1955, Dollar General was launched, becoming the first store in the US to sell products under $1. 

Dollar General is now a general retail chain with over 17 426 stores in 46 states in the US. The firm also operates an online shop. Dollar General offers food and non-food products. 

Furthermore, Dollar General also manages an office in Hong Kong. 

Dollar General employs 150 000 people and achieved a turnover of €28.7 billion in 2021, up by 19.49% compared to 2020.

Products in the following categories are offered by Dollar General: 

• Savory Grocery: pasta, soup, rice, condiments, sauces, spices, etc.
• Sweet Grocery: breakfast cereals, coffee, tea, biscuits, candy, etc.
• Drinks: soft drinks, juices, energy drinks, etc.
• Dairy: yoghurt, milk, butter, cheese, cream, sour cream, etc. 
• Frozen Food: ready-meals, snacks, ice cream, desserts, etc. 
• Chilled & Fresh Food: charcuterie, vegetable, fruits, pie crusts, etc.
• Personal Care: baby care, hygiene, skin care, hair care, etc.
• Household: air fresheners, laundry care, all-purpose cleaners, cleaning supplies, etc. 

The company also offers dairy-free alternatives such as nut milk. 

Brands such as Kleenex, Nestle, Clorox, General Mills, Tide, Lays, etc. can be found in any Dollar General store. 

The firm is also the exclusive retailer for brands like Jolt Cola and Rexall. 

Private labels including the following are owned by Dollar General(not limited to):

• Clover Valley: offers groceries
• Good & Smart: offers high quality food products
• True Living: offers kitchenware
• DG Home: offers homecare products
• Gentle Steps: offers baby products

Dollar General operates its own warehouses and delivery fleet which includes 18 distribution centers and 9 Dollar General Fresh facilities. Third-party delivery companies such as FedEx, DoorDash, AutoDeliver, etc, also partner with Dollar General to carry out delivery of orders.

Dollar General Literacy Foundation was launched and it has been supporting local schools to create literacy and educational programs for illiterate people and  also sponsors sports auto racing events including NASCAR.

The online Dollar General shop can be accessed on www.dollargeneral.com

Founded under the name Cortefiel in 1880 in Spain by the Quiros family, Tendam is a retailer of clothing, accessories and fragrances. In 2018, the company began to operate under the name Tendam. 

Tendam operates a total of 1988 stores across the world under different banners. 1296 stores are owned by the company while 692 stores are franchises. Tendam operates 1425 shops in Europe, 75 in Asia, 252 in Africa and the Middle East and 236 in America. Since 2012, all banners operate an online shop. 

The banners are as follows:

• Cortefiel: consisting of over 300 across the world

• Springfield: a chain of stores providing haute couture and fragrances

• Women’s Secret: a departmental chain stores with over 652 shops

• Fifty: a chain operating in Spain, Portugal, Serbia and Bosnia.

• Pedro Del Hierro: a chain of haute couture which was acquired by the group in 1992

Tendam started to export to the US in 1960 and in 1991, launched its first stores in France and Portugal. 

Tendam achieved a turnover of € 1154.7 million in 2017, indicating a growth of 2.4% in its revenue. At present, Tendam employs 10291 people. 

Tendam won the National Award for the Great Fashion Company in 2014.

All banners operate independently and manage their own label under the same name as their shops, offering clothing, accessories as well as fragrances. 

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Provalliance, a buying alliance, was founded in 2007 in France following a merger between Franck Provost Group and Regis Corporation Group.

Provalliance manages several hairdressing salons across the world. Many of these salons are operated either by the group or by franchisees across the world. Since 2016, the buying alliance is managed fully by Franck Provost Group. 

Provalliance has grown massively through the acquisitions of several hairdressing franchises in different countries. At present, the company operates the following banners:

• Franck Provost: a total of 678 hair salons across the world

• Coiff & Co: 375 hair salons in Europe

• Fabio Salsa: 131 hair salons in Europe and Philippines

• Intermede: a total of 111 salons in France 

• Jean Louis David: 782 hair salons in the world

• Interview: 47 hair salons located in France

• Niwel: 4 hair salons in France and Martinique

• Saint Algue: 257 hair salons in the world

• Brainwash: 195 hair salons in the Netherlands

• Maniatis Paris: 4 hair salons in France

• Cosmo: 62 salons in the Netherlands

• Llongueras Manacor: 120 salons in Spain and Latin America

• Yes: 30 salons in the Netherlands

• Team Kappers: 80 Salons in the Netherlands

• The Barber Company: salons targeted at a male clientele

• Hairskin: 5 hair salons and 1 institute

In addition to this, Provalliance also distributes products from well-known brands to clients including supermarkets, specialized stores and medium-size shops. 

In 2016, Provalliance attained a turnover of € 1.2 billion and employed over 25000 people. 

The firm also set up many training centres in Spain and the Netherlands to provide professional training to apprentices in the hairdressing sector. Many of the training academies enjoy a good reputation. Training programs are based on specific banners’ requirements. 

Provalliance distributes products in the personal care category such as hair care, nail care and related products for men and women.  

Provalliance offers products from brands like Mizani, L’Oreal Professionnel, Wella Professionals, Babyliss Pro, Kerastase Paris, etc. 

Provalliance also distributes the products from Franck Provost’s private labels:

• Franck Provost Paris: a range of hair products

• J’aime My: a brand offering hair products targeted at the international market

• Niwel Beauty: a range of products for textured hair

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Barnes Williams is an independent company that specialises in supplying food ingredients such as culinary herbs and spices, dehydrated vegetables (specialists in garlic & onion), chilli, tomato and coconut sourced from all over the world.

We are committed to being the first choice for food ingredients in the UK and Europe delivered with passion, unparalleled expertise and outstanding service. 

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Founded in Germany in 2014, Sales Plus is an importer and distributor of food and non-food items. Sales Plus distributes to the DACH region comprising Germany, Austria and Switzerland. 

Sales Plus distributes to drugstores, departmental stores, pharmacies, supermarkets, hypermarkets, online shops, etc. Sales Plus clients’ include DocMorris, Globus, Edeka, Amazon Germany, etc. 

Sales Plus turnover is around €2 million and the company employs 5 persons. 

Sales Plus sources products in various categories including:

• Savory Grocery: herbs, spices, ruce, pasta, crisps, etc.
• Sweet Grocery: biscuits, sugar, chocolates, sweets, etc.
• Personal Care: hair care, supplements, oral care, etc.
• Household: cleaner, cleaning supplies, laundry care, etc. 

Brands such as Dr. Lipp, Toothpop, Absolute New York, L’Usine, etc. are distributed by the company.

Sales Plus looks for niche brands that are innovative, eco-friendly and offered at competitive prices.

In addition, Sales Plus also exports exclusive brands to countries including Thailand, China, Egypt, India, Poland, Slovenia, Brazil, Chile, Iran, Turkey, Morocco, etc. 

Sales Plus has a buying team consisting of 2 persons. 

The business works with suppliers which are EU-registered. 

While certifications are not compulsory, they can be advantageous for suppliers who hold them.

Sales Plus operates an external logistics warehouse which is located in Düsseldorf. 

Sogenave is a prominent Portuguese food service provider specializing in the supply and distribution of both food and non-food products. Established in 1973 and headquartered in Carnaxide, Lisbon, Sogenave has built over 50 years of expertise covering the entire national territory including mainland Portugal and key regions such as the Azores, Madeira, and Algarve.

The company operates as one of the largest national operators in the food distribution segment, offering extensive solutions tailored to various market segments including social catering, the HoReCa sector (hotels, restaurants, and catering), retail, wholesalers, and export markets. Sogenave carries a portfolio of over 24,000 references across multiple categories:

• Savory grocery products such as rice, pasta, oil, and sauces
• Sweet grocery items including tea, coffee, cookies, breakfast cereals, and chocolate
• Drinks ranging from water and soft drinks to wine and juices
• Chilled and fresh foods such as vegetables, fruits, meat, and poultry
• Frozen foods including seafood, bakery products, pastries, and ready meals
• Dairy products like cheese, butter, and yogurt
• Household items including degreasers, disinfectants, and dishwashing liquids

The company supports its clients with a range of consultancy services including training, menu management, food cost management, and provision of software and hardware solutions, aimed at facilitating business operations and improving client efficiency.

Logistically, Sogenave manages eight strategic platforms located in Lisbon, Porto, Algarve, Covilhã, Viseu, and the islands of São Miguel, Terceira, and Madeira. These enable broad nationwide coverage, supporting various types of selling points such as supermarkets, hypermarkets, warehouses, and distribution centers.

Sogenave recorded a turnover of approximately €134 million in 2020, with a workforce of about 382 employees in Portugal. As a certified entity in food safety, quality, and environmental management, Sogenave demonstrates a strong commitment to operational excellence and sustainability.

The company also maintains an international presence through exports to multiple continents, further positioning itself as a key player in the European food service and wholesale distribution industry.

A catering business founded in 1973, Gertal is known in Portugal for delivering meals as well as managing canteens and cafeterias. The company operates 2 branches in the country.

Gertal’s clients include schools, universities, hospitals, nursing homes, companies, etc. In fact, Gertal works with 200 corporate companies. Concerning schools, Gertal serves around 200000 meals each day. 

Gertal is known for maintaining high quality all stages from the sourcing of its ingredients, the stock management, preparation, delivery and serving of meals. Furthermore, all meals are planned by nutritionists and respect the client’s requirements. 

The company adheres by a strict code of good practices regarding food safety and hygiene. Furthermore, the company has acquired the following certificates: ISO 9001: 2008, ISO 14001:2004, OHSAS 18001: 2005, ISO 22000:2005, HACCP. 

Gertal ensures that its ingredients are of top quality and the suppliers are regularly audited to ensure that they conform to food safety and hygiene regulations. 

Fauchon is a chain of stores specialised in gourmet cuisine and delicatessen. The business was founded in 1886 in France by Auguste Fauchon who used to be a wine and spirits merchant. Fauchon has quickly become recognised across the world as a reference for French gourmet products. 

Nowadays, Fauchon consists of 81 stores across the world, including 19 in France. The company has launched stores in Qatar, different Asian countries as well as in the US. 

Fauchon also operates an online shop.

In 2018, Fauchon launched Fauchon Paris Hotel in France. The establishment is known as a gourmet hotel. 

Fauchon achieved a turnover of € 180 million in 2016 and 80% of the turnover was made outside France. 

Fauchon offers a variety of products in the following categories:

• Sweet Grocery: jam, tea, cookies, coffee, cocoa, etc.

• Savory Grocery: spices, oil, foie gras, vinegar, truffle products, etc.

• Dairy: a wide assortment of cheese

• Drinks: spirits, wine, soft drinks, beer, etc.

• Chilled & Fresh Food: starters, ready-meals, pastries, salads, etc. 

Fauchon also offers gift boxes and corporate gifts as well as special boxes with products for festivals such as Easter.

Some of the brands offered by the company include Tenuta Margherita, Moet & Chandon, Ruinart, etc.

Fauchon provides products under its own brand, Fauchon that includes biscuits, truffle products, foie gras, jam, champagne, etc.

Fauchon’s online shop can be accessed on www.fauchon.com

Activini is an importer of Italian wines and spirits based in Spain. The company was established by Josep Ramon Garcia. Along with beverages, Activini also imports a range of Italian foods to the Spanish market.

Activini also organises wine tasting events for companies, groups and individuals. Since the company is highly knowledgeable on Italian wines, it also assists clients on the selection of appropriate wines based on their needs.

Activini offers products in the following categories:

• Savory Grocery: a range of dry pasta

• Dairy: several types of cheeses

• Drinks: wines, cocktails, spirits, etc.

• Chilled & Fresh Food: charcuterie, ready-meals, pasta, etc.

• Frozen Foods: ice-cream, desserts, pastries, etc.

Activini also has an assortment of organic wines from Italy which are ICEA certified. 

The brands offered include Ariola, Nardini, Caldora, Saint Anthony, etc.

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Founded by Poppe Braam in 1991, Do-It is an importer of organic products and ingredients, including a wide range of Italian products. The company is based in the Netherlands and sources a number of products. Furthermore, Do-It is also a co-packer for private labels. 

In addition to distributing on the local market, Do-It exports products to Benelux countries, Germany, Austria, Switzerland, Spain, Portugal, UK, France as well as a large number of countries outside Europe. 

Do-It’s customers include canteens, retailers, food service establishments as well as packers of consumer products. One of its major clients is the organic artisan bakery, De Knollentain. 

Do-It achieves an annual turnover of € 70 million and since 2012, the company has been experiencing a constant growth of 10%. Do-It employs over 70 people. 

The business provides products and ingredients in the following categories:

• Sweet Grocery: sugar, sweeteners, dried fruits, etc. 

• Savory Grocery: flour, rice, grains, nuts, pasta, pulses, etc.

Do-It also provides gluten-free ingredients. 

Concerning the private label business, Do-It provides eco-friendly compostable packaging. The packing facility is BRC certified. Do-It offers 4 different dimensions for packaging. The firm packs products in packages starting from 100 g to 1000 g. Do-It can also pack in paper bags that can carry 5kg. 

Do-It has obtained organic certifications such as U, Skal Bio Controle, Fair Trade IBD, USDA Organic, etc. 

The company has a department for quality control where certified good technologists ensure that all products meet the required standards. 

Do-It imports products from countries like Thailand, Bolivia, India, Brazil, Canada, etc. In case a client cannot find a specific product provided by Do-It, the latter can contact the company. Do-It, with its large list of suppliers and contacts, can try to source the product required. 

Concerning the logistics, Do-It operates a 21000 m2 warehouse that can handle over 15000 pallets.

Caldic is an importer of food and non-food products which was founded in the Netherlands in 1970. The company’s headquarters is located in the Netherlands and the firm operates over 20 subsidiary companies in 17 countries including the UK, USA, New Zealand, Thailand, etc.. 

Caldic provides products in the following sectors:

• Food

• Health & Personal Care

• Industrial

Caldic is constantly undergoing market research and is thus aware of the latest trends in different markets. The company can thus assist both its clients and its suppliers regarding the products which are in demand. 

Caldic achieved a turnover of € 793.7 million in 2017, indicating a growth of 5.5% in revenue compared to 2016. The company employs 1100 people at present. 

In the Food sector, Caldic offers products in the following categories:

• Savory Grocery: pet food, canned foods, oil, etc.

• Sweet Grocery: biscuits, breakfast cereals, sweets, etc. 

• Drinks: juices, wine, soft drinks, etc.

• Dairy: cheese, yogurt, shakes, desserts, etc.

• Frozen Food: ice-cream, ready-meals, meat, fish, etc.

Caldic also provides ingredients which are used by manufacturers in the production of their products. 

In the Health & Personal Care sector, Caldic provides products in the following categories:

• Personal Care: hair care, makeup, skincare, etc.

• Household: detergents and cleaners

Caldic also looks for suppliers that produce items for those companies wishing to launch their own brands. 

Caldic also manages its own warehouses, production sites, laboratories, test kitchens and innovation centres in 17 countries. 

Caldic has developed a supplier code of conduct which all suppliers must adhere to. 

Caldic also collaborates with suppliers by supporting them with research in order to develop new products in different sectors.

Wanis is an importer which was founded in the UK by Tulsidas Wadhwani in 1964. Wanis specialises in ethnic products, importing from Africa, Carribean, South America, Asia and the Far East. Wanis offers over 8000 references in its cash & carry store. 

Wanis distributes products across the UK and Europe and its clients include ethnic retailers, supermarkets, wholesalers, ethnic restaurants, caterers, etc. 

Wanis also exports to over 20 countries. 

Wanis’s turnover is around € 79 million. 

Wanis won several recognitions including Outstanding Company 2014 by Plimsoll Publishing Ltd and Top Performing Businesses, UK Futures 1000 2012 by Deloitte. 

Wanis offers products in the following categories:

• Savory Grocery: rice, flour, sauces, seasonings, etc.

• Sweet Grocery: products such as confectionery

• Drinks: an assortment of beverages

• Frozen Food: a range of seafood

• Personal Care: skincare, face care, baby care, etc. 

Wanis offers brands such as Africa’s Finest, Baron, Carib, Chief, Baldwin, Miracle, etc. 

Furthermore, Wanis is also the exclusive distributor for Tropical Sun in the UK. 

The company manages its own warehouse which uses over 15% renewable energy using energy sources like solar panels. Furthermore, the company operates its own fleet of delivery vehicles, distributing across the UK and Europe. The company also arranges delivery for clients outside Europe.

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SOP International began operating in 1971 as a packer of oils in the UK before focusing on importing ethnic food items. It is headquartered in Harlow, Essex. The company operates an online store as well.

SOP International's client base consists of mainly Asian retail outlets and wholesalers.

SOP International employs 17 people and achieved a turnover of € 12.8 million

SOP International offers products in the following categories:

• Savory Grocery: rice, vinegar, kimchi, snacks, etc.
• Sweet Grocery: a wide variety of ethnic industrial pastries
• Dairy: products such as ghee
• Dairy Alternatives: products including soy milk and coconut milk
• Drinks: ice tea, juices, carbonated drinks, etc.

The firm offers vegan, sugar-free and gluten-free goods. SOP International also provides several Japanese, Indian, Chinese, Korean, Indonesian products.

Brands such as Aroy-D, Go-tan, Lobo, Haldiram, etc. are available. SOP International imports products from Greece, China, India, Cambodia, Korea, France, Taiwan, etc. 

SOP International operates its own warehouse in Harlow. It recently built its distribution centre in 2020. The minimum order quantity for online shopping is € 400. SOP International facilitates delivery of large orders by offering home deliveries all across the UK.

An easy access to SOP International's online shop is  www.soponlinestore.com

A & J World Trading & Service is an importer and exporter of agrifood products based in Algeria and was established in 2015.

A & J World Trading & Service serves clients such as hotels and around 900 retailers such as Accor Hotels, AZ Hotels, Marriott Hotels, etc. 

A & J World Trading & Services also works with Transgourmet France.

A & J World Trading & Service is looking for products for private labels in the following categories: 

• Drinks: soft drinks, water, alcohol-free drinks, etc.
• Sweet Grocery: biscuits, sugar, chocolate, etc.

Rhumveld Winter & Konijn was founded following a merger between Rhumveld, De Winter and Konijn in 1990. The company is an importer of nuts, dried fruits, superfoods and edible sweets. 

Rhumveld Winter & Konjn’s headquarters is based in the Netherlands and over time, the company has expanded by opening branches in China, UK, Brazil, Germany, Austria/Switzerland and Estonia (for the Baltic market). 

Rhumveld Winter & Konijn has its own plant that processes the products. The facility is responsible for the following: 

• Recleaning

• Packing/Repacking

• Coating

• Vacuumizing

• Laser Sorting

Rhumveld Winter & Konijn aims to increase its turnover from organic products by 40%. 

Rhumveld Winter & Konijn offers a variety of products in the following categories:

• Savory Grocery: edible seeds, nuts, quinoa, etc. 

• Sweet Grocery: dried fruits, cacao and other superfoods

A wide range of products are organic. 

Rhumveld Winter & Konijn imports from Colombia, Turkey, Peru, Indonesia, Chile, China, India, etc. 

Rhumveld Winter & Konijn is the exclusive distributor in Benelux countries for Capuzzo, Diamond Foods, Roux Pecans, Serendip Organics and Wonderful Pistachios & Almonds. 

Rhumveld Winter & Konijn manages its own warehouses and local depots in the Netherlands, UK and Estonia. The warehouses are temperature-controlled. The company distributes across Europe.

The company also handles quality control to ensure that all products meet the necessary requirements. Furthermore, Rhumveld Winter & Konijn is BRCS, HACCP and SKAL- certified. 

Omega Trading is an importer of food and non-food products based in France. The company was founded in France in 1985 and exports to African countries including Senegal, Gabon, Madagascar, Cameroon, Mauritius, Gambia, etc. 

Omega Trading registered a turnover of € 22.9 million in 2018.

Omega Trading offers products in the following categories:

• Savory Grocery: oil, baby food, canned food, pasta, snacks, etc.

• Sweet Grocery: tea, sweets, dried fruits, etc.

• Dairy: milk, cheese, egg, powdered milk, etc.

• Frozen Food: fish, meat, sausages, etc.

• Personal Care: hygiene and cleansing products

Omega Trading imports products from different parts of the world.

Some of the brands provided are Sibon, Olga, Mona, etc.

Concerning the logistics, Omega Trading works with reliable shipping companies.

SEZADIS - LECLERC is a registered Hypermarket in Sezanne in the Municipality of (Marne) - France Specialized in Purchase and Retail trade since 1976.

Lyko was founded by Frans Lyko in 1952 in Sweden. The firm offers an extensive range of  cosmetics and hair care products. Lyko started as a hair care salon and now operates 40 stores in Sweden as well as an online shop. Lyko provides more than 46000 references. 

Lyko has acquired various companies over time such as Hair Care Bar, Klippotetek, Affection Cosmetics and You. 

The business also launched a store concept, K15 in 2014 and Lyko Concept in 2016. A year later, Lyko introduced Lyko Social, a digital platform for hairdressers and customers.

The firm expanded its operations in 2018 by entering the Finnish market and a year later, the Dannish market.

Lyko achieved a turnover of € 107 million in 2019, indicating a rise of 26% in its revenue compared to 2018. 

Lyko won the E-Commerce 2018 of the Year from the Retail Awards in 2018. 

The business offers products in the personal care category that includes makeup, skincare, hair care, face care, etc. A large portion of these products are organic and vegan.

Lyko offers an array of products from Swedish brands as well as international brands such as K-Beauty,  The Ordinary, Indya Beauty, Kevin Murphy, Nuxe, Max Factor, etc. 

Furthermore, Lyko also created its private label, Lyko, featuring products such as makeup, hair care, nail care, etc. 

Lyko adheres to EU legislations for cosmetics and is also against animal testing. The company has also introduced a Supplier Code of Conduct which its suppliers must conform to. Suppliers' products must be fairtrade certified. 

Concerning its logistics, Lyko manages its own warehouses.

Lyko has been striving to be a sustainable company. Employees have a code of ethics to abide to. Furthermore, the company has taken measures to use LED lighting in all its facilities. 

Lyko also sponsors the Dala Jarna IK football team. 

Lyko’s online shop can be accessed on www.lyko.se

We are URBAN NATURE. We exist to demystify people's taste regarding healthier options by selling easily likable snacks, made with natural, unadulterated, tasty, nutritious and authetic ingredients. We had born in Portugal, a country where people are still very skeptical regarding healthy options - a great arena to prove our concept. What we succeeded in doing successfully! We are now heading to new horizons and looking for new products to optimize our portfolio.  

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Nutrina is one of the leading importers and distributor's of healthy food and consumer products. We started in 1992 and we have our own offices in both Kuwait and Bahrain. We are currently the sole distributors for many different brands such as: Tropicana Slim - (Indonesia), Don Fergi - (Peru) Kapal Api - (Indonesia), Mitra tani - (Indonesia) Royal Fascini - (Holland), Suhana Spices - (India), Delibreads - (Spain), Panamar- (Spain), Cantina Mexicana - (Holland), Pingo diapers( Switzerland), Dare foods- (Canada), Podravka, (Croatia), IF Brand(Thailand), Cantina Maria( private label of Tortilla) RB foods( private label of healthy foods). We sell our products in all segments of the Kuwait markets – Co operatives Hyper Markets & Super Markets, Wholesale, Lower Trade and HORECA.

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Riu Hotels is a hotel chain which was founded in Spain by the Riu family in 1953. The business started as a small holiday hotel and expanded over time. RIU Hotels is partly owned by TUI. RIU Hotels now operate over 100 hotels in 19 countries.

RIU Hotels launched its first hotel outside the Balearic Islands in 1985 in the Canary Islands. In 1991, the company started to venture on the international scene by opening its first hotel in the Dominican Republic. 

Riu Hotels now operate under 3 distinct banners:

• Riu Classic Hotels: targeted at groups, families and couples, these hotels are mainly for leisure and relaxation.

• Riu Palace Hotels: luxury hotels by the beach which are known for their spa and wellness facilities.

• RIU Plaza Hotels: urban hotels which are located in the city and mostly appropriate for people travelling for business. 

All Riu Hotels feature excellent restaurants:

• Krystal Restaurants: Krystal Restaurants are present in all the hotels and offer gourmet cuisine 

• Theme Restaurants: Riu Hotels has also launched exclusive theme restaurants that cater for a variety of international cuisines and concepts such as Mexican, Italian, SteakHouse, Asian, etc.

Many of the hotels also host themed parties with DJs and performances

Riu Hotels achieved a turnover of € 2.24 billion in 2019; an indication that its revenue has grown by 6.2% compared to 2018. Riu Hotels now employs 31270 people.

Riu Hotels is recognised as the 3rd largest chain of hotels in Spain and has been ranked as the 30th largest hotel group in the world.

Riu Hotels has been playing an active part in the communities its hotels are located. The chain has supported various projects. For instance, in Mexico, the firm has sponsored the creation of temporary classrooms as well as the education of 4000 children. 

Concerning the environment, the business has been carrying out projects for the protection of endangered species. Within its establishments, Riu Hotels has taken measures to save water and has also been reducing waste by using recycled materials for its packaging. Furthermore, waste is sorted and harmful substances are disposed appropriately without harming nature. 

Sodexo Iberia is a catering company launched in Spain in 1976. The firm is a subsidiary of the french company Sodexo. Sodexo Iberia’s clients include companies, institutions, hospitals, schools, universities, etc. At present, the firm works with over 450 clients. 

Sodexo Iberia has a versatile range of menu, enabling it to cater for various needs. The company offers cafeteria and retail services, takeaways, vending services that include nutritious and healthy snacks as well as catering for cocktails, gala dinners, breakfasts, etc.

Sodexo Iberia employs over 7000 people. 

The company was ranked in the Top 50 Best Companies for Diversity by DiversityInc. 

Sodexo Iberia sources its ingredients from local farmers and producers, opting for those which are located close to its clients' establishments. The business opts for fresh and seasonal products which have been sustainably produced.

Furthermore, Sodexo Iberia follows food safety regulations and practices to ensure that food and hygiene practices are maintained.  

A measure that is taken by the company to preserv the environment, is to use biodegradable packaging for takeaways.

We are a sister concern of SNGPL which is based out of Rajkot, India which is into Instant Noodles Manufacturing. 

Live Happy Foods ( LHF ) is floated by 2 experienced individuals who has more than 20+ Years experience in Edible Oil / Agri Commodities Trading / Distribution acorss India / Africa having handled various assignments at the senior most level.

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The Beverage Group is a Swedish importer that launched in 2005. The firm distributes a wide range of alcoholic beverages in Sweden but also in other nordic countries.

 In Sweden, The Beverage Group serves around 440 stores under the banner Sytembolaget. The firm also has more than 500 agents that distribute to smaller communities. 

Currently, The Beverage Group operates several subsidiaries:

• Winepartners: the company serves the markets in Norway, Sweden and Finland

• Janake: Janake is present in Norway and Sweden

• Beer & Spiritpartners: the business is present in Sweden

• Brandpartners: the company handles operations in Sweden

• Horecapartners: a supplier to around 300 businesses in the HoReCa sector in Sweden

• The Beverage Group: the company handles the exports sector

• The wine room: The Wine Room is responsible for building strong brands on the market

• International Wine Group: an importer and distributor of wine.

The Beverage Group achieves an annual turnover of around € 93 million. 

In the drinks category, The Beverage Group offers a wide range of alcoholic drinks including wine, champagne, spirits, etc. 

Some of the brands available include Domaine Bousquet, Zonnebloem, Durbanville Hills, Charles Mignon, etc. 

Concerning the logistics, The Beverage Group works with different logistics partners such as PostNord. 

The Beverage Group adheres to the BSCI Code of Conduct to ensure that it operates in a sustainable manner. 

The company supports the Swedish Childhood Cancer Fund. 

Established in 2007 in Georgia, Premium Foods Group is an importer, exporter and distributor of food items, The company has over 700 references and has a market share of 48% in Georgia.

Premium Foods Group serves clients in the HoReCa sector such as hotels, cafes, fast foods, etc. Some of the clients include Marriott Hotels, Moxy Hotels, Wendy’s, Hard Rock Cafe, etc. 

Premium Foods Group also exports to Armenia and Azerbaijan. 

Premium Foods Group makes an annual turnover of € 26 million and employs 40 people. Furthermore, the importer was named Golden Importer in Georgia. 

Premium Foods Group offers products in the following categories:

• Sweet Grocery: coffee, pastries
• Chilled & Fresh Food: vegetable, fruits, seafood, etc.
• Frozen Food: pastries, fruits, vegetables, etc.
• Drinks: wines
• Dairy: milk, cheese

Premium Foods Group offers brands such as Heinz, Godiva, Mizkan, Coati, etc. 

The business imports its products from the US, Belgium, France, etc.

Premium Foods Group operates several warehouses with a total area of 3500 m2 which include 2500 m2 for refrigerated products and 1000 m2 for dry products. The company’s fleet of vehicles includes cars, dry vans and refrigerated vans.

Honey wholesale and retailer in Indonesia

Founded in 1934 in the US, V Marchese is a wholesaler  and distributor of food items. The family-owned company was created by Vito Marchese. 

V Marchese’s clients include restaurants and universities. 

V Marchese employs 275 people.

V Marchese offers products in the following categories:

• Savory Grocery: oils, nuts and other products

• Dairy: an extensive range of dairy products

• Chilled & Fresh: a variety of fruits and vegetables

Concerning the logistics, the company has a 80000 sq.ft building and owns a fleet of over 50 refrigerated trucks to handle deliveries. 

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Merchants Market Group is an importer located in the US. The company was founded in 1967 by Isabel Amengual. Since 2013, it has been owned by Clare Holding. Merchants Market Group has set up branches in 4 locations including the Caribbean Islands.

Merchants Market Group has launched a subsidiary, Merchants Export which handles the export business in the Caribbean Islands.

Merchants Market Group offers over 10000 references. While its main business is food items, the company also offers a range of cleaning and packaging supplies. 

Merchants Market Group’s clients include restaurants, hotels and resorts.  

Merchants Market Group employs 140 people. 

The company offers products in the following categories:

• Savory Grocery: canned food, spices, grains, sauces, nuts, etc.

• Sweet Grocery: sweet canned food, chocolate, dried fruits, etc.

• Dairy: milk and a wide variety of cheeses, including specialty cheeses

• Chilled & Fresh Food: fruits, vegetables, meat, poultry, etc.

• Frozen Food: vegetables, fruits, meat, seafood, desserts, ready-meals, etc.

• Personal Care: soap, sanitiser, wipes, etc.

Merchants Market Group distributes brands such as Mission Food Service, Hormel Foods, Vie de France, President, Chef-Mate, Open Pit, Stratas Foods, etc. Merchants market Group works with 500 suppliers. 

Merchants Market Group has its own procurement team that looks for the best products suitable for its clientele.

Merchants Market Group operates its own facilities that all feature warehousing space. The 4 storage facilities of the company have different temperature zones allowing the company to store different types of products in the appropriate conditions. 

Furthermore, Merchants Market Group has its own temperature-controlled trucks that take care of the delivery. The business also relies on third party logistics providers for the exports. Products are stored in cold storage containers in that case. 

MG Infomedia is an importer, wholesaler and distributor based in Bulgaria and Romania. The business offers an extensive range of organic products. MG Infomedia has been registered as a partnership company since 2011. It is headquartered in Sofia.

MG Infomedia also helps in developing private labels based on its clients’ requirements. Unlike most companies, it can develop private labels even for small orders to enable clients to start their own brands on a small scale. The firm provides high quality packing and designing services.

MG Infomedia promotes products in local markets. Furthermore, MG Infomedia exports across Europe and North America.

MG Infomedia distributes products in the following categories:

• Savory Grocery: brown rice, spices, coffee, etc.
• Sweet Grocery: cocoa powder and maca powder
• Personal Care: skincare, supplements and other cosmetics

Some of the brands it works with include Spirulina and PAI Skincare. 

MG Infomedia is also developing its own brand of smoothie mixes using superfoods. It is expected that this new brand will be launched in September 2020. 

MG Infomedia brings in goods from various countries like Peru, Greece, India and many more.

MG Infomedia handles the logistics and its shipping costs are usually 40% cheaper from Bulgaria to any part of Europe. Shipping to most European countries can take around 7-10 days. 

MG Infomedia is constantly looking for suppliers of good quality products offered at fair prices. Suppliers should be able to provide organic certified goods constantly in order to work with MG Infomedia.

UPDATES ON MG INFOMEDIA ON 04/09/2020

MG Infomedia is sourcing products in the following categories for 2020:

• Savory Grocery: herbs, spices, rice, oils, condiments, snacks, etc.
• Sweet Grocery: biscuits, chocolate, sweets, breakfast, etc. 
• Drinks: juices, ciders, wines, champagnes, etc. 
• Personal Care: skincare, health, hair care, etc.

MG Infomedia is looking to work with suppliers that provide branded products as well as those that cater for products for private labels. 

Furthermore, MG Infomedia is also interested in ways of reducing packaging and is keen on offering reusable packaging.

Founded in 2002 in the UK, GFT Retail UK is an importer of snacks and drinks and is known for offering an extensive range of original snacks. The firm also has a good knowledge in product development distribution. 

GFT Retail UK is also a member of ESMA and is a subsidiary of the HBI Group. 

About its clientele, GFT Retail UK distributes to supermarkets, wholesalers, online retailers, independent shops, food service establishments, etc. Some of its clients are Asda, Booths, Ocado, St Austell Brewery, etc. 

In 2020, Gft Retail UK achieved a turnover of around €5 million.

GFT Retail UK offers products in the following categories:

• Savory Grocery: crisps, snacks, crackers, chips, etc.
• Sweet Grocery: biscuits, fruit bites, sweet canned food, cookies, etc.
• Drinks: spring water and many others

Gluten-free, organic and vegan items are also available.

Various award-winning brands including Awfully Posh, Big D, Snact, British Crisp Company, Corners, America’s Finest Pumpkin, etc, collaborate with GFT Retail UK. 

GFT Retail UK has a team that is always sourcing innovative products and expanding the company’s product portfolio with the latest brands of snacks on the market.

In order to help local businesses, GFT Retail UK offers products produced in the UK itself but also imports from different parts of the world. 

The company benefits from HBI Group’s 2 warehouses in order to store its products and proposes supply chain solutions as well.

Ace Endico is an importer of food and non-food products based in the US. The company was founded in 1982 by William A. Endico and Murray Hetzburg. Ace Endico offers over 10000 references. 

Ace Endico operates 2 Cash & Carry stores in the US.

The business’s clients include restaurants, hotels, cruise lines, healthcare facilities, schools, country clubs, stadiums, etc. 

Ace Endico’s estimated turnover is € 59 million.

Ace Endico offers products in the following categories:

• Sweet Grocery: cookies, candies, nougat, etc.

• Savory Grocery: oil, vinegar, condiments, flour, etc.

• Drinks: juices, iced tea, soft drinks, etc.

• Dairy: eggs, cream, milk, cheese, etc.

• Chilled & Fresh Food: ready-meals, appetizers, charcuterie, chicken, meat, etc.

• Frozen Food: ready-meals, chicken, meat, seafood, desserts, etc. 

The brands distributed include Clorox, Sally Sherman, Kraft, Ken’s, Butterball, Grassland, etc.

Ace Endico offers local and fresh products from the US and also imports a number of products from various countries. 

Ace Endico operates a warehouse of over 100000 sq.ft with different temperature areas in order to stock all products in the proper conditions. Furthermore, it also operates a shipping and receiving dock of 20000 sq.ft that features 15 bay doors. 

Ace Endico has its own fleet of over 100 delivery trucks. 

The company also runs a test kitchen.

Ace Endico’s facilities are HACCP certified. 

Ace Endico sponsors different charities. The company supports CIty Harvest which is involved in reducing food waste and fighting hunger in the local community.

Import and distribution of cosmetics products in Ukraine and Eastern Europe

P&B Foods, an importer and distributor of ethnic food items, was established in 1967 by Thakorbha Patel and Mohinder Bhatoa. Located in the UK, P&B Foods sells its products across the UK and exports to Europe and the US. 

P&B Foods achieved a turnover of € 51 million and employed 103 people in 2014. 

P&B Foods offers products in the following categories:

• Savory Grocery: spices, sauces, flour, rice, nuts, oil, etc.

• Personal Care: a range of cosmetics

The brands available from P&B Foods include Heera, Balah, Rishta, etc.

P&B Foods imports products from Asia, Africa, Americas and Australia. 

P&B Foods operates a distribution centre of 178000 sq.ft. 

Founded in 1985 by 2 brothers, Michael and Gus Tyras, Victory Food Service is an importer and distributor of food and non-food products. Based in the US, the company specialises in serving the Food Service market. Victory Food Service offers around 6000 references. 

Victory Food Service distributes to businesses in New York City, Northern New Jersey and Boston.

Victory Food Service distributes products in the following categories:

• Savory Grocery: oil, canned food, dried groceries, etc.

• Dairy: egg, milk, butter, cheese, etc.

• Chilled & Fresh Food: salad, meat, poultry, etc.

• Frozen Food: meat, fruit, vegetables, etc.

• Household: a range of cleaning products

Victory Food Service offers products from brands like Manhattan Gourmet, Kassian Farms, Diamond Chef, etc.

The company also launched its private label Glitter which is a range of cleaning products. 

Concerning the logistics, Victory Food Service  has equipped its delivery vehicles with the latest equipment. 

The firm has also taken measures to reduce its carbon footprint. Through a partnership with OnForce Solar, Victory Food Service now uses solar energy systems.

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Coffee Holding Company was launched in 1971 in the US. The business is an importer of coffee for wholesalers, retailers, small and large coffee bean roasters.

Coffee Holding Company  helps companies in developing their private labels. Coffee Holding Company also operates an online shop. 

Coffee Holding Company operates 3 subsidiaries:

• Organic Products Trading Company: a company that sources green specialty coffee from small producers

• Harmony Bay: a firm that supplies Arabica coffee  in various packs

• Sonofresco: a business that offers coffee roasting machines and related equipments as well as specialty coffee. 

Coffee Holding Company achieves an annual revenue of €75 million and employs 79 people.

Coffee Holding Company offers several varieties of coffee including Arabica beans, specialty green coffee, spanish-style coffee, etc. The company distributes brands like Cafe Supremo, S&W Premium, Cafe Caribe, etc. 

Coffee Holding Company also distributes products under its own label, Harmony Bay which includes different types of coffees in different formats. 

Coffee Holding Company sources directly from local farmers in different parts of the world.

Furthermore, Coffee Holding Company also develops private labels for its customers based on their specifications. The company offers different types of packaging in different sizes. 

Coffee Holding Company provides different blends of coffee such as: caffeinated, half-caffeinated, whole bean, caffeine-free, etc. Furthermore, the firm is Rainforest Alliance, Fair Trade and Organic certified. Its facilities are SQF and OK Kosher certified. 

Coffee Holding Company's online shop can be accessed on www.coffeeholding.myshopify.com

Bestkosmetik was founded in 2010 in Germany by Britta Bork, a beautician. Bestkosmetik is an online store that specialises in the sale of beauty products, including natural cosmetics. Bestkosmetik has around 4000 references. 

Bestkosmetik offers a wide range of personal care products that include hair care, skincare, oral care, fragrances, etc. 

The business offers brands such as Comfort Zone, Payot, Edward Bess, Foamie, Wellmaxx, Marc Inbane, etc.

Furthermore, Bestkosmetik also has a wide assortment of natural cosmetics and also offers several products in travel size format. 

Bestkosmetik is very selective when it comes to introducing new products to its portfolio. Indeed, the product will be tested by the firm’s team of experts in order to analyse the quality. 

At present, Bestkosmetik offers a wide range of French and Italian brands but also offers high quality cosmetics from German brands as well.

Furthermore, Bestkosmetik also packs samples of products in each order the company receives, allowing customers to try new products which they may wish to purchase later. 

Bestkosmetik’s online shop can be accessed on www.best-kosmetik.de

Exclusive distributor for World wide companies in Palestinian country 

Productos Del Cafe is an importer and distributor of coffee based in Spain. The company also roasts its own coffee. The firm assists businesses in promoting and marketing their products, cost management, recipes, etc. The business is part of Nestle Group. 

Productos Del Cafe distributes to hotels, offices, companies etc. 

Productos Del Cafe also provides training involving experts in the coffee industry. Courses include recipes modules, barista modules, tasting courses, etc. There are classes for basic and advanced levels. 

Productos Del Cafe offers maintenance services for different coffee machines and mills. 

Productos Del Cafe offers several blends and formats of coffee that include (but not limited to): Premium coffee, Decaffeinated coffee, Sustainable coffee, Capsules, etc.

Some of the brands available include Brasilia, Cafe 154, La Estrella, Castel, Santa Cristina, etc. 

Productos Del Cafe is Rainforest Alliance, SAN and 4C certified. 

Medicare Market Group is a pharmaceutical group that was launched in Belgium by Yvan Verougstraete.

Medicare Market operates in 3 segments:

• Medi-Market Parapharmacies which offers around 8000 references, including gluten-free products.

• Pharmacie by Medi-Market which has over 2300 references

• Institute, a chain of beauty institutes

Medicare Market Group operates 19 pharmacies, 43 drugstores and 4 institutes in Belgium. Medi-Market also operates 2 online shops for Medi Market-Parapharmacie and Pharmacy by Medi-Market. 

Medicare Market Group’s team consists of pharmacists, dietitians, naturopaths, estheticians, etc which offer expert advice to customers. 

Medicare Market Group offers products in the following categories:

• Personal Care: skincare, hair care, makeup, fragrances, supplements,etc. 

• Sweet Grocery: sugarless candies, chocolate cookies, sugar-free pastilles, etc. 

• Savory Grocery: rice, quinoa, nuts, etc.  

There is also a number of organic and natural products available within the personal care category. 

Medicare Market Group features products from brands such as Laino, Rene Furterer, Mustela, Arkopharma, etc.

The online shop for Pharmacy by Medi-Market is available on www.pharmacy-medi-market.be while the online store for Medi-Market Parapharmacie can be found on www.medi-market.be

Founded by Alain Coumont and based in the United Kingdom, Le Pain Quotidien UK is part of the franchise, Le Pain Quotidien, a Belgian bakery chain with headquarters in the US. The business was originally founded in 1990 in Brussels. In 2020, Le Pain Quotidien Uk was sold to BrunchCo UK. 

Furthermore, the firm partners with Deliveroo to offer delivery services. 

Le Pain Quotidien offers a wide range of dishes including breakfast, lunch, desserts, drinks, etc. Some of the products offered are breads, salads, ready-meals, viennoiserie, drinks, and many more. 

The bakery not only uses quality and organic ingredients but has also included a range of vegan products. Moreover, Le Pain Quotidien uses no corn syrup, no protein with antibiotics and only organic dairy.

Additionally, Le Pain Quotidien Uk also provides catering services. 

In 2018, the business achieved a turnover of € 45.29 million and employed 500 people.

In 2017, the company was certified carbon neutral by the climate advisory organisation CO2logic. Le Pain Quotidien UK indulges in several measures such as using  LED lights, using more efficient refrigeration, cooking and cooling operations, etc, in order to reduce their carbon footprint. Furthermore, the coffee cups and bags are made of compostable material and they also maintain a strict wastage recycling procedure in each restaurant.

Da Drogist is a chain of drugstores offering cosmetics and a range of food and non-food items. The company is based in the Netherlands and has 50 stores in the country. Furthermore, Da Drogist operates an online shop.

Da Drogist offers products in the following categories:

• Sweet Grocery: tea, candy, sweeteners, etc.

• Savory Grocery: oil, herbs, spices, etc.

• Drinks: juice, syrup, water, etc.

• Personal Care: fragrances, face care, skincare, supplements, etc.

• Household: detergents, fabric softeners, air fresheners, etc.

Da Drogist offers products from brands like Erika, Lima, Jacob Hooy, Therme, etc. 

Da Drogist’s online shop can be accessed on www.da.nl

Sigma Healthcare is a pharmacy network which was founded in 1912 in Australia. Sigma Healthcare is also a wholesaler distributing to over 4000 pharmacies. The business operates over 1200 stores. Furthermore, offers over 15000 references.

Sigma Healthcare runs the following pharmacies and drugstores:

• Amcal

• Guardian

• Discount Drug Stores

• PharmaSave

• Chemist King

Sigma Healthcare offers products under the personal care category that include makeup, skincare, hair care, etc.

Sigma Healthcare launched its private labels that include:

• Pharmacy Care: a range of 300 references

• Amcal +: a range of personal care and health care products

• Colour Theory: a range of cosmetics

• Beauty Theory: a range of beauty products and hair accessories

Big C Supercenter Public Company Limited is a leading retail hypermarket and supermarket chain headquartered in Bangkok, Thailand. It operates under the umbrella of Big C Retail Corporation Public Company Limited, which is jointly managed by BJC Group and TCC Group. The company has expanded its footprint throughout Thailand and the ASEAN region, and also has operations in Laos, Cambodia, Vietnam, and Hong Kong.

Founded in 1993 by Central Group and opening its first store in Bangkok in 1994, Big C quickly established itself as one of Thailand’s premier hypermarket operators, ranking second in the country after Lotus's as of 2016. As of 2019, Big C operated approximately 153 hypermarkets, 63 Big C Markets (supermarkets), and over 1,000 Mini Big C convenience stores nationwide, reflecting its multi-format retail presence.

Big C offers customers an omni-channel shopping experience, integrating physical stores—including hypermarkets, supermarkets, convenience stores, and distribution centers—with a strong and growing online platform (Big C Online), which features over 31,000 products and offers fast delivery and in-store pickup service. The company is also involved in related retail formats and services such as Pure Pharmacy (health & beauty and drugstore chain within Big C stores), Wawee Coffee shops, Asia Books, and Siripharma.

Founded in 2001, Kaufland is a chain of retail stores owned by the German company Schwarz Group. Its headquarters is based in Bratislava, Slovakia. 

Currently, the company operates 72 stores across the country and an online shop as well. 

In the financial year 2020, the retailer achieved a turnover of € 1.2 billion, indicating a rise of 8% in its sales. Moreover, Kaufland Slovakia employs more than 5000 people. 

In addition, Kaufland Slovakia received the Top Employer Europe 2021 award by the Top Employers Institute. 

Kaufland Slovakia offers products in the following categories:

• Personal Care: oral care, hair care, skincare, fragrances, etc. 
• Household: detergents, toilet papers, dishwashing liquids, etc.
• Drinks: a range of alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages
• Sweet Grocery: chocolates, breakfast cereals, coffee, etc.
• Savoury Grocery: pasta, canned food, sauces, etc.
• Dairy: cream, butter, cheese, etc. 
• Chilled & Fresh Food: fruits, vegetables, meat, charcuterie, etc.
• Frozen Food: vegetables, ready-meals, meat, etc. 

Furthermore, brands such as Opavia, Beyond, Rajo, etc. can be found in the stores. Moreover, in order to cater for consumers with specific food needs, the retailer provides a range of products such as bio, organic, vegan, vegetarian, lactose-free etc.  

The company also offers private label products that include (non-exhaustive list): 

• K-Bio: a range of organic food items.
• K-free: a range of gluten-free and dairy-free products.
• K-take it veggie: a brand of vegan and vegetarian products.
• SWITCH ON: a range of kitchen appliances and hair styling aids.

Kaufland Slovakia sources its fresh products from Slovak producers. 

Moreover, the business maintains the highest quality standards as it possesses certifications such as Bio, FSC, ASC, Fairtrade, UTZ, etc. 

Pertaining to its logistics solutions, the company operates its own distribution centre. 

In 2021, Kaufland Slovakia started distributing fresh fruits and vegetables in primary schools in order to help students develop a healthy eating habit. 

Concerning sustainability, Kaufland Slovakia introduced an ecological and reusable shopping bag made of 100% cotton which helps in reducing greenhouse gas emissions. 

Kaufland Slovakia’s online shop can be accessed on: https://www.kaufland.sk/ 

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Douglas Spain is part of the German cosmetics and personal care chain Douglas. The company was first launched in Spain in 1995. Douglas Spain currently operates 280 stores in Spain. Douglas Spain also operates an online store. It is headquartered in Madrid.

Douglas Spain grew by taking over companies like Bodybell and Perfumerias If in 2017.

Douglas Spain achieved a turnover of €20 million.

 Douglas Spain offers products in the personal care category including perfumery, face care, skincare, nail care, hair care as well as make up.

Products in retail travel formats are also available.

The company offers products from brands such as Neogene, Bobbi Brown, Bvlgari, Clinique, By Terry and Chloe.

Furthermore, Douglas developed products under its own private label, Douglas Collection, that consists of face and skin care products such as cleansers, lip balms and lotions.

Delivery is free for purchases exceeding €19. Orders will be delivered within 72 hours. Douglas Spain delivers to Canary, Peninsula, and Balearic Islands as well.

Douglas Spain’s online shop can be accessed on www.douglas.es

Alliance Healthcare Portugal is a cosmetics and pharmaceutical distributor based in Portugal. The company was founded through a partnership between National Pharmacy Association and Walgreens Boots Alliance. Alliance Healthcare Portugal also distributes across Europe.

Alliance Healthcare Portugal supplies over 2000 pharmacies in Portugal. 

Alliance Healthcare Portugal employs 430 people.

The business offers products in the personal care category that includes baby care, face care, skin care, etc. 

Alliance Healthcare Portugal developed its private labels that include:

• Alvita: a range of products such as skin care, nail care, baby care, etc.

• Almus: a brand of medicines 

• YourGoodSkin: a brand of skincare products created by scientists and dermatologists 

Alliance Healthcare Portugal is SA 8000 and Investors In People certified. 

Alliance Healthcare operates 6 warehouses in Portugal. 

Gottardo is a retail group which was established in Italy in 1969. The business operates 1350 stores in the country. Gottardo offers household and personal care products. Gottardo welcomes over 1 million customers to its shops each week. The company also operates 3 shops in Switzerland. 

Gottardo aims to launch 50 shops each year. 

At present, Gottardo operates under the following banners:

• Tigota: a chain of retail stores which include 600 in Italy and 3 in Switzerland.

• Prodet: a chain of 50 convenience stores

• Acqua & Sapone: a chain of 700 shops

Gottardo employs over 4000 people. In 2018, the company reached a turnover of € 960 million. In fact, Gottardo experienced a rise in its turnover by 9.5% compared to 2017. 

The business offers products in the following categories:

• Sweet Grocery: tea, infusions, tisanes, etc.

• Savory Grocery: a range of pet food

• Personal Care: baby care, makeup, face care, fragrances, etc.

• Household: bleach, detergent, fabric softener, etc.

Some of the brands supplied by Gottardo, through its 3 banners, include Nivea, Hugo Boss, Got Beauty, etc.

Concerning the logistics, Gottardo operates a number of warehouses with a total floor area of 60000 m2. 

Founded in 2006 in the Netherlands, Pallas Wines is an importer and distributor of wines and specialises in supplying wine specialists and wine importers exclusively. The firm is a subsidiary of Delta Wines and operates independently. It is headquartered in Waddinxveen.

Pallas Wines acquired Great Grapes, a South African importer, in 2011, hence adding more brands to its portfolio. 

Furthermore, Pallas Wines handles the administration, finance and logistics matters. Hence its clients do not have to incur high logistics costs. 

The enterprise also organises frequent wine tastings.

Organic and biodynamic items are proposed as well.

Brands like De Venoge, Castelnau, Arduini, Clerico, Quinta do Pego, Jordan Winery, etc, collaborate with the importer. 

In addition, the business has its own commercial team and Pallas Wines is a registered KVNW Wine Trader.

Its logistics operations are managed by Global Wine Operations which handles the delivery for Delta Wines and its subsidiaries. 

Founded in Germany in 1879, Galeria Kaufhof is a chain of department stores offering clothing and beauty products. The company merged with Karstadt and started to trade as Galeria Karstadt Kaufhof. The business is owned by Signa Holding.

Galeria Karstadt Kaufhof operates 174 stores as well as an online shop in Germany. 

At present, Galeria Karstadt Kaufhof runs the following banners:

• Galeria Karstadt Kaufhof: 174 stores in Germany

• Galeria Inno: 16 shops in Belgium

• LeBuffet Restaurant & Café: around 70 restaurants operating in Galeria Karstadt Kaufhof stores

Galeria Karstadt Kaufhof also operates 20 snack stores and also developed Galeria Markhalle, a retailer offering food items. 

Galeria Karstadt Kaufhof offers products in the personal care category that includes fragrances, makeup, face care, skin care, etc. The firm also offers a large variety of natural cosmetics. 

Brands such as Shiseido, Biotherm, Lancome, Clavin Klein, etc are available in its stores. 

Galeria Karstadt Kaufhof ‘s online shop can be accessed on www.galeria.de

Ansted is a wholesaler that is based in the Netherlands. The company began its activities in 1997. Asted works with different manufacturers and offers food items such as biscuits and chocolates. The company also develops products and packages for different markets.

Ansted’s clients include distributors, retailers, foodservice businesses, etc. Furthermore, Asted also exports its products to different parts of the world. 

Ansted offers products in the sweet grocery category such as biscuits, cookies, confectionery, chocolate, etc. The product range also includes organic and gluten-free options. 

Ansted is BRC, SKAL and HACCP certified. 

The company also operates its own warehouse where all products are stored within -25 °C to +25 °C. Concerning the distribution, the company works with a transporter and different shipping companies. 

Ansted has been working to become a sustainable business and has been using eco-friendly sources of energy. 

The company has been donating to different charities. 

Pack Partners International is a buying alliance that was founded in the Netherlands in 2004. 

Pack Partners International sources packaging for all its members. The company has 6 members: Nette, Zeus, Gildepak, Pacovis, Publi Embal and Tingstad. 

Pack Partners International acts as a facilitator and negotiates on behalf of its members. The buying alliance imports various from the Far East, enabling members to access a wider range of products. Currently, Pack Partners International imports 6500 containers each year.

Pack Partners International is present not only in the Netherlands but in various countries across Europe including Sweden, Norway, Denmark, Iceland, Austria, Ireland, etc.

In 2015, the business reached a turnover of over € 600 million.

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The Perfume Shop is a chain of perfume stores which was founded in 1992 in the UK. Owned by A.S Watson since 2005, The Perfume Shop operates around 15 000 stores in 25 markets worldwide, including 255 shops in the UK. It also manages an online platform as well as a mobile app.

Furthermore, The Perfume Shop also runs a training program named “The Perfume School” for its employees. The business also offers personalised finishing touch as per client’s requests.

In 2019, The Perfume Shop reached a turnover of €237 million and employed a total of 2113 employees.

The Perfume Shop won several awards such as the National Retailer of the Year, The Fragrance Foundation Award, Online Retailer of the year 2020 and was also ranked as one of the Top 50 retailers in the UK. 

Products in the personal care category including face care, makeup, skin care and fragrances are offered by The Perfume Shop. 

The firm deals with about 130 brands such as Armani, Tom Ford, Dior, Brut, Bomb Cosmetics, etc. These are imported from France, USA, Italy and many others.

Concerning sustainability, The Perfume Shop converted its energy provider to a zero carbon 100% renewable source. Moreover, the company partnered with Eden Reforestation Projects to plant a tree for every bottle recycled and is also offering a 10% discount to every customer that recycles their plastic bottle.

The Perfume Shop’s online shop can be accessed on www.theperfumeshop.com  

Euromadi Portugal was established in 2006. Euromadi Portugal is a buying alliance which sources products for its members in the Portuguese market. Euromadi Portugal is part of Euromadi, a Spanish buying alliance. 

Euromadi Portugal’s members include Algartalhos Supermercados, Henisa, Saner, Poupanca Cash & Carry, E Aqui Fresco, etc. 

Euromadi Portugal also runs 43 Cash & Carry stores. 

Euromadi Portugal offers over 8400 references including both food and non-food products. 

Euromadi Portugal distributes its products to over 2000 stores in the country. The buying alliance controls 10% of the market in Portugal.

In 2017, Euromadi Portugal’s turnover reached € 1 billion and there were 3066 people working for the business. 

Euromadi Portugal distributes products in the following categories:

• Frozen Food

• Chilled and Fresh Food

• Dairy

• Savoury Grocery

• Sweet Grocery

• Household

• Personal Care

Euromadi Portugal offers products under Euromadi’s own brands which include (but not limited to):

• Core food brands: Alteza and Vivó Chef

• Core personal care brands: Central Line and Crowe 

• Vivó is a transversal core brand covering food and nonfood segments

• Tandy is Euromadi’s brand for pet food and pet care

• Selex stands for household

Euromadi Portugal operates 39 logistic platforms.

Founded in 1962, Rite Aid is a chain of drugstores that opened its first store in Pennsylvania in the US. Launched by Alex Grass, Rite Aid used to operate under the name Thrift D Discount Center. Nowadays Rite Aid operates 2464 stores countrywide, making it the largest drugstore chain on the East Coast and the third largest countrywide. Rite Aid also operates an online store.

Rite Aid expanded by taking over several businesses including Gray Drug, Peoples Drug’s, Thrifty PayLess, etc. 

1858 Eckerd Pharmacy and Brooks Pharmacy stores were acquired by Rite Aid in 2007. 1932 Rite Aid locations and 3 distribution centers were sold to Walgreens in 2018.

A loyalty card named Wellness+ BonusCash was launched by Rite Aid in 2018, where customers can benefit from various discounts and advantages while shopping at Rite Aid.

In 2021, Rite Aid reached a turnover of €13.9 billion, up by 4.8% compared to 2020, and employed 53 100 people in 2019.

Furthermore, Rite Aid achieved the 150th position in the 2020 Fortune 500 list of the largest United States corporations by total revenue.

Rite Aid offers products in the following categories:

• Personal Care: babycare, supplements, skin care, etc
• Household: washing liquids, detergents, degreaser, etc
• Drinks: soft drinks, water and many more
• Savory Grocery: chips, snacks, nuts, etc
• Frozen Food: ice cream and many more
• Sweet Grocery: coffee, tea, chocolate bars, etc

Brands such as Pepsi, Dove, Tide, etc, collaborate with Rite Aid.

A private label, which goes by the name of the firm itself, was established by Rite Aid. It offers products such as supplements, bandages, sanitary pads and many others.

Rite Aid’s online shop can be accessed on www.riteaid.com

La Rinascente is a chain of luxury department stores based in Italy. The Bortelli family acquired a chain of stores from the Bocconi brothers in 1917 and hired poet Gabriele D’Annunzio to come up with a name. Hence, the luxury store chain started to trade under the name La Rinascente. 

La Rinascente has been owned by the Thai company Central Retail Group since 2011. The company now operates 9 shops in Italy. Furthermore, La Rinascente also runs an on-demand service on Whatsapp. La Rinascente will launch its online shop in June 2020.

La Rinascente has invested in the renovation of its stores and has observed that all its renovated shops’ sales have increased by up to  70%. 

La Rinascente achieved a turnover of € 700 million in 2018, indicating a rise of 21% compared to the previous year. It must be noted that the on-demand service on Whatsapp generates a revenue of € 5 million. 

La Rinascente offers products in the following categories:

• Personal Care: skincare, makeup, face care, fragrances, etc.

• Savory Grocery: rice, pasta, spices, sauces, canned food, etc.

• Sweet Grocery: chocolate, tea, coffee, sugar, jam, etc.

• Drinks: wine, spirits, water, etc.

La Rinascente offers products from brands such as Elie Saab, Dr Oracle, The Ordinary, She K, etc.

Founded in 1959 in Finland, Viking Line is a cruise company operating a number of cruise ferries and ferries between Finland, Aland Islands, Sweden and Estonia. Viking Line is also quoted on Helsinki Stock Exchange. 

Viking Line is also present in the travel retail sector, operating several pop-up shops in its different ferries that offer luxury products from various designers. 

Furthermore, Viking Line also runs several restaurants, pubs and cafes on each vessel. 

Some of the restaurants on board include:

• Mariella’s restaurants

• Gabriella’s restaurants

• Amorella’s restaurants

• Viking Grace’s restaurants

• Cinderella’s restaurants

Some of the pubs are:

• Melody

• Bar Voyage

• Panorama Bar

• Bottega Prosecco Bar

• Honblowers Pub

There are also a number of cafes that consist of:

• Seamore Champagne Lounge

• Sweet & Salty Cafe

• Coffee & Joy

Viking Line reached a turnover of € 496.4 million in 2019 and employed 2632 people. 

In the travel retail sector, Viking Line offers products in various categories:

• Drinks: beer, cider, wine, etc. 

• Sweet Grocery: sweets, chocolates,confectionery, biscuits, etc.

• Personal Care: fragrances, skincare, face care, makeup, etc.

The brands available include L’Oreal, Giorgio Armani, Baileys, Mamba, Fazer, etc.

Scandinavian Cosmetics Group was founded in 2016, managing the subsidiary Scandinavian Cosmetics which was established in 1984. Scandinavian Cosmetics Group is based in Sweden.

Scandinavian Cosmetics Group is a distributor of cosmetics and a brand management company, offering services such as  digital marketing, social media planning, Point of Sales training, staff training, logistic services, etc. 

Scandinavian Cosmetics Group also works towards the development of e-commerce solutions and selects the most suitable e-commerce platforms for each brand. 

Scandinavian Cosmetics Group operates Sacandinavian Cosmetics in Sweden, Denmark and Finland. In addition to this, the group also runs Engelschion Morwell Hauge, a cosmetics distributor in Norway.

Scandinavian Cosmetics Group reached a turnover of € 5.4 billion in 2018, registering a rise of 3.7% in revenue compared to 2017. 

The business offers a wide range of products in the personal care category such as skincare, fragrances, face care, etc. 

Some of the brands distributed by the company include Wella, Versace, Hugo Boss, Adidas, Mont Blanc, etc.

Established in Blenheim, New Zealand in 1914, AFM Group started as a bakery and is now an importer and wholesaler specialised in the supply of premium FMCG goods. The firm was founded by Bob Fisher and has distribution points in Australia as well as New Zealand. It is headquartered in Auckland.

Concerning AFM Group’s clientele, the business works mainly with retailers and retail groups, including ALDI, New World, Foodstuff, Countdown, The Warehouse, IGA, Woolworths, Coles and many others.

A turnover of approximately €5 million was reported to be achieved by AFM Group.

AFM Group owns some of the fastest growing brands across Australasia which are as follows:

• Macy & Tailor: offers snacks
• Fisher’s Bakery: provides baked goods
• Moor Products: supplies cookies
• Mr. Brownie: specialised in brownies

Regarding social responsibility, AFM Group partners with RSA, Alzheimers New Zealand and All Blacks.

Bunting is a retailer and wholesaler in Germany. The business was founded in 1806 by Johann Bunting. Initially a wholesaler of tea, Bunting operates in 3 areas:

• Holding Company
• Tea Shop
• Wholesaler

Bunting also operates an online shop offering a wide range of food and non-food items since 2012. 

In 2013 Bunting acquired the chain Minipreis supermarkets and in 2015, took over Jibi Handel and Coma Konsumermärkte.

Bunting also operates its own production facility.

There are over 9500 people employed by the firm.

Bunting offers products in the following categories through its online shop:

• Savory Grocery: canned food, sauces, oil, vinegar, etc.
• Sweet Grocery: tea, cookies, biscuits, chocolates, etc.
• Drinks: juice, water, beer, wine, etc.
• Chilled & Fresh Food: fruit, vegetable, charcuterie, etc.
• Frozen Food: ready-meals, meat, vegetables, etc.
• Personal Care: hair care, skincare, face care, etc.
• Household: detergent, stain remover, fabric softener, etc

Bunting also provides a range of nut-free, lactose-free, vegan, vegetarian and halal products. 

Some of the brands available include Cadbury, Thomy, Bonduelle, Barilla, Coca-Cola, Schweppes, etc.

The company also developed its own label Gunting which includes a range of quality tea. 

Bunting’s online platform can be accessed on www.mytime.de

Easyparapharmacie is an e-commerce platform focusing on cosmetics and healthy food items. The online shop was founded in France in 2007 by Cedric Prosper. Easyparapharmacie offers over 18000 references from more than 700 brands.

Easyparapharmacie ventured on the international market by launching an online shop in the UK in 2015. After a year, the business launched in Spain and in 2018, it started to operate in Italy.

Easyparapharmacie is one of the first e-commerce platforms in France to work with Amazon. The company has also started an e-shop specialising in hair care products from professional hair care brands.

Easyparapharmacie achieved a turnover of € 22 million in 2018. The turnover has increased by 18% compared to 2017. Furthermore, there are over 50 people employed by Easyparapharmacie.

Easyparapharmacie provides a number of products in the following categories:

• Personal Care: skincare, face care, hygiene, supplements, etc.
• Sweet Grocery: honey, tea, confectionery, etc.
• Savory Grocery: coconut oil, pet food, vegetable oil, etc.
• Drinks: flavored water, coconut water, juice

A wide range of these products are organic.

Some of the brands offered include La Roche-Posay, A-Derma, Avene, Braun, Deruba, Bioligo, etc. 

Easyparapharmacie’s online shop can be accessed on www.easyparapharmacie.com

Parapharma-Discount is an online store focusing on cosmetics and pharmaceutical products. The company is also launching a new online shop, ma pharmacie du coin, which will replace the current shop. Parapharma-Discount is owned by Selurl Pharmacie Cuisset.

Parapharma-Discount offers products in the personal care category that includes fragrances, face care, skincare, pet care, supplements, etc. The company also has a wide selection of organic products. 

Parapharma-Discount provides products from brands like Avene, Manix, Dodie, EA Pharma, Bebe concept, La Roche Posay, etc. 

Parapharma-Discount’s online shops can be accessed on www.parapharma-discount.fr and www.mapharmacieducoin.fr

Founded in the 1970s, Laphal Industries is an importer and distributor of medical products and food supplements. The company is based in France and handles around 250000 orders per year. Laphal Industries provides products in France but also exports to other countries.

Laphal Industries also operates 3 production facilities where it manufactures its own products in 3 forms: dry, soft capsules and liquid forms. 

Laphal Industries achieved a turnover of € 25 million in 2018 and in 2015, the company employed 200 people. 

Laphal Industries has a purchasing department which sources products based on its customers’ needs. 

Laphal Industries also has a quality assurance team to ensure that all products comply with quality standards. 

Laphal Industries operates its own warehouse with a 7500 m2 floor area. There’s a 100 m2 area for cold storage.

CERP Bretagne Atlantique is a cooperative specialised in pharmaceutical products and dermacosmetics. It was founded in 1938 in France. CERP Bretagne Atlantique has 2588 members at present and delivers over 8 million references each month. 

CERP Bretagne Atlantique ventured to the international market in 1992. Nowadays, through a series of acquisitions, CERP Bretagne Atlantique is present in French territories like Reunion Island and French Polynesia.

The cooperative also acquired a stake in the Egyptian firm Pharmaoverseas and PPM, a laboratory in Cambodia. CERP Bretagne Atlantique delivers to 60 countries. 

CERp Bretagne Atlantique also launched Distrimex, a distributor for French-speaking countries in Africa. 

CERP Bretagne Atlantique operates 12 agencies across France.

CERP Bretagne Atlantique provides training, marketing, management consultancy services, delivery, etc. 

CERP Bretagne Atlantique also launched Aelia Pharmacists that reunites 745 members, allowing them to develop their own pharmacy. Aelia Pharmacists works with 70 partner laboratories. 

CERP Bretagne Atlantique reached a turnover of € 1074 million and employs 5302 people.

CERP Bretagne Atlantique has 2 purchasing offices, Santrali and POP sourcing drugstores products from a total of 70 laboratories. 

Concerning the logistics, CERP Bretagne Atlantique’s agencies each have a cold room where products are stored at a temperature of -2 C to 8 C. The cooperative delivers 2 times a day to different pharmacies. 

Established in 1948 by the Vestey Family, Angliss Singapore is an importer of food items which began to run under the name Malayan Refrigerating Company. Based in Singapore, Angliss Singapore operates offices in Hong Kong, Macau, Malaysia, etc. Angliss Singapore is now owned by Bidcorp International. 

Angliss Singapore had a market share of 40% for premium products and gourmet foods.

Angliss Singapore distributes to over 4000 clients featuring supermarkets, hypermarkets, hotels, airlines, distributors, marine services, cruise ships, etc. Some of its clients include Isetan, Mustafa, Medi-Ya, etc. 

Angliss Singapore has several subsidiaries:

• Angliss Gourmet Partner: a business supplying 5-star hotels and restaurants 
• Gourmet Partner (M) Sdn Bhd: a distributor of gourmet products 
• Foodpride: a supplier of ready-to-serve items
• Miumi Japan Food: an importer of Japanese foods

Angliss Singapore employs 300 people and in 2018, the company recorded a turnover of € 101 million.

Angliss Singapore offers products in the following categories:

• Savory Grocery: condiments, sauces, snacks, etc.
• Sweet Grocery: industrial pastries, jam, waffles, etc. 
• Chilled & Fresh Food: poultry, meat, seafood, etc.
• Frozen Food: ice-cream, frozen eggs, snacks, etc.
• Dairy: butter, cheese, whipped cream, milk, eggs, etc. 

The brands available include Le Vida, Danpo, Candia, Nature Valley, Doux, Casa Fiesta, etc. 

Angliss Singapore is OSHAS 18001: 2007, ISO 22000:2005, HACCP and Halal certified. 

Angliss Singapore operates a warehouse that can stock for up to 5000 tonnes of products. There is a fleet of 28 refrigerated delivery trucks for the distribution.

We are an online retail store that sells hair tools, hair products and grooming products.

Rasti Lari General Trading is an importer, wholesaler and retailer which is based in the United Arab Emirates. The business is known as an exclusive distributor of various international brands. 

Concerning its distribution channels, the business supplies its products in the retail sector. 

Rasti Lari General Trading achieves an annual turnover of €10 million and employs 220 people.

Rasti Lari General Trading offers products in the following categories:

Savory Grocery: chips,snacks, canned food, etc.

Sweet Grocery: confectionery, coffee, chocolate, sweet canned food, etc. 

Drinks: juices, flavored water, sweet beer, etc. 

Rasti Lari General Trading offers products from brands such as Gee Gee, Tayob, White Castle, Hiro, Munchy’s etc.

In addition to this, Rasti Lari General Trading also offers products under its own brand, Rasti Lari which features a number of canned foods. 

Hoo Hing is an importer of ethnic foods based in the UK. The firm distributes to restaurants, cafes, oriental shops, cash & carry, superstores, grocery stores, etc. In addition to this, Hoo Hing operates 5 supermarkets and an online shop.

Hoo Hing employs 343 people and achieves a turnover of € 71 million. 

Hoo Hing offers products in the following categories:

• Savory Grocery: oil, snacks, spices, rice, etc.
• Sweet Grocery: tea, biscuits, sweets, dried fruits, etc.
• Drinks: beer, soft drinks, water, wine, etc.
• Dairy: products like condensed milk and carnation milk
• Chilled & Fresh Food: meat, fish, fruits, vegetables, etc.
• Frozen Food: desserts, fish, poultry, meat, snacks, etc.
• Household: detergent, bleach, cleaning supplies, etc.

Hoo Hing also provides dairy-free products. 

Some of the brands distributed include Aroy-D, Maggi, IndoMie, Drum Double Happiness, etc. 

Hoo Hing imports its products from the Far East. Some of the countries are Japan, China, Thailand, the Philippines, etc.

Hoo Hing has its own fleet of delivery vehicles that handle the distribution to its clients in the UK. 

Hoo Hing’s online shop can be found on www.hoohing.co.uk

Karls group is a distribution company in Qatar and Africa, we deal with so many brands and looking to find a supplier to produce our private label of baby and adult wet wipes 

La Cooperative Welcoop is a buying alliance regrouping around 3800 pharmacists and was founded in 1935. The pharmacy network operates in France as well as the international market. La Cooperative Welcoop operates over 25 subsidiaries in the pharmaceutical sector. 

La Cooperative Welcoop operates under 4 banners and members can opt under which banner they wish to run their establishment. 

• The Cooperator Community
• Objectif Pharma
• Wellpharma
• Anton & Willem

La Cooperative Welcoop offers a number of services that include home care services, technological services for pharmacists, eHealth solutions, etc.

Moreover, La Cooperative Welcoop has its own generics and OTC laboratory. 

La Cooperative Welcoop employs 1600 people and in 2018, the buying alliance reached a turnover of € 306 million. 

In the personal care category, the business offers products such as supplements, skin care, hygiene products, face care, etc. 

La Cooperative Welcoop developed its own brand, Marque Verte which features food supplements, hygiene, hand care, etc.

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