The Grill Courtepaille is a restaurant chain which was founded in 1961 in Bourgogne belonging to the Accor group SA. The company is specialized in meat barbecues. Today it counts 285 restaurants around France as well as in Reunion island, Poland and is positioned as a well-established Barbecue restaurant.

Gate Gourmet Germany is a German airline catering company belonging to Gate Gourmet which started operating in 1992. Gate Gourmet Germany, a subsidiary of the Swiss company, Gate Group, can be found in over 20 airports in the country. 

The firm took over SCK Sky Catering Kitchen which operates independently. 

Alongside a workforce of 1500 people, Gate Gourmet Germany achieves an annual turnover of €66.3 million.

Founded by Arthur Rawdon Spinney in 1948, Spinneys is a retailer operating in the hypermarket concept. Its headquarters is based in Jdeideh, Lebanon. Previously owned by Spinneys Group, Spinneys Lebanon is now managed by Gray Mackenzie Retail Lebanon (GMRL). 

In addition, the firm operates 16 stores across the country and an online shop as well. Its online shop allows its consumers to shop by their dietary and lifestyle preferences. 

Furthermore, the company achieved the award “Product of the year” for its loyalty program in 2019. 

Spinneys offers a wide assortment of products in the following categories: 

• Frozen Food: ice cream, vegetables, ready-meals, etc.
• Chilled & Fresh Food: charcuterie, cold cuts, fruits, vegetables, etc. 
• Savoury Grocery: spices, canned food, rice, pulses, oil, pasta, etc.
• Sweet Grocery: cereals, jams, sugar, ambient desserts, etc.
• Drinks: fruit juices, soft drinks, water, etc.
• Wine & spirits: wine, beer, liquor, etc. 
• Dairy: eggs, milk, cheese, etc.
• Household: dishwashing liquid, fabric softeners, detergents, etc.
• Personal Care: body care, oral care, hair care, etc.

Additionally, the company endorses various brands such as Aquafresh, Arcoroc, Axe, Barbie, Baygon, etc. Spinneys also provides gluten-free and organic items for consumers with specific food needs. 

Moreover, Spinneys developed its own brand “Spinneys Food” which comprises almost all product categories. It is positioned as a premium brand, carefully sourced from global and leading local specialised manufacturers. 

Spinneys maintains a high quality standard as it possesses the HACCP Accreditation. 

With regards to the community, the business conducted a campaign in 2019 to raise its sales as 10% of the sales were going to Children’s care centres in Lebanon. Moreover, Spinneys contributes towards the planet as well as it has installed energy saving light bulbs in all its branches and automated power saving mode for computers and printers.

Spinneys Lebanon’s online shop can be accessed on: www.spinneyslebanon.com

SV Group Germany is a catering and hotel management company belonging to SV Group, a Swiss company. SV Group entered Germany in 1992 after taking over KGS.  In 1996, the company expanded its business to include Care Catering and Event Catering.

Currenlty, SV Group Germany operates in the following business areas:

• Hotels
• Company Restaurants
• Care Catering
• Trade Fair & Event Catering

In the hotel sector, the SV Group Germany operates SV Hotels. Under SV Hotels, the firm owns and manages the following hotel banners in the country:

• Courtyard Hotels
• Residence Inn
• Moxy
• Stay KooooK Live

Additionally, the company sources products that are fresh, organic and of high quality. In fact, 70% of the products are regional products. Furthermore, when it comes to the preparation of its meals, SV Group Germany only uses a selected variety of oils. All meals are healthy and balanced. 

SV Group Germany is ISO 9001:2015, ISO 140001:2015, Organic and DGE certified. To ensure that high quality standards are maintained, the business offers training courses to its employees and the facilities are regularly audited. 

With regards to the environment, the group indulges in several measures such as reduction of wet waste, recycling of used grease, optimised purchasing, etc. Furthermore, the firm also owns SV Foundation, which ensures that balanced food is accessible to the general public. 

Frikom, founded in 1975 operated as a subsidiary of Agrokor following its acquisition by the latter in 2003. Frikom was sold to Fortenova Group in 2019. As of 2021, Frikom is now owned by Nomad Foods. Its headquarters is based in Belgrade, Serbia. The business is involved in the manufacturing and distributing of ice creams and frozen items. 

Frikom’s clients include shops, retail outlets, wholesalers, caterers and public institutions.The company also exports its products abroad.

Furthermore, the firm can be recognised as the leader as it has an important market share in the frozen food category. 

In 2021, the enterprise won an award for the best campaign in the category of individual works - Digital Influencer marketing at the seventh festival of integrated communications cactus 2021. 

In addition, the company provides a wide assortment of frozen goods such as:

• Ice cream
• Fruits and vegetables
• Fish 
• Chicken nuggets

Through its products, Frikom has been able to adapt to changing trends as well as fulfilling market demands. 

Its private label covers ice cream and frozen food include (but is not limited to): 

• King
• Kapri
• Macho 
• Rumenko
• Quattro
• Snesko
• Frikom

Moreover, the firm also offers a range of organic products in its portfolio. 

Indeed, the business adapts its products to the catering sector’s needs. In fact, thanks to the products’ quality and an organised distribution network, Frikom can be found in various catering points. 

Among the company’s product assortment, Frikom’s briquette vegetables are the most popular in the domestic market. The products stand out with modern packaging that caters for quality and for consumers to instantly recognise the brand.

The business also puts forward its frozen pastry line made up of quality ingredients, without forgetting seafood products as well.

Furthermore, Frikom keeps up with integrated management systems and its products have attained the following certifications: ISO 9001: 2015, ISO 45001: 2018, ISO 14001: 2015, HACCP - Food Safety, IFS Food Version 6.1 - International Food Standard.

Concerning its logistics, the firm manages 50,000 refrigeration units. It also owns several distribution centres and its own fleet of over 150 refrigerated trucks. The trucks feature the latest IT equipment. 

With regards to sustainability, the company uses the best energy sources and raw materials and also promotes effective waste management. 

Pizza hut france is a subsidiary of Yum! brands.

The first franchised Pizza hut opened in France in 1993.

Nowadays, the famous food service offers a wide range of pizza, sandwiches, salads, drinks (even wine) and deserts.

Created in 2002, Food Options can be defined as a foodservice specialised in the distribution of chilled and frozen food

The range of products supplied are composed of chilled and frozen as well as grocery and non-food products. The business operates in brands and even owns private labels while also being a member of Fairway foodservice - a group of independant wholesalers. Adhering to the group enables Food Options to bring forward competitive prices.

Having more than, 2500 SKUs, Food Options also providdes butchery service since 2013. To promote the products' quality, the wholesaler puts forward its accreditation from NSF-CMI.

Moreover since the company is located in Central Scotland, their daily deliveries are done in the following cities by their own fleet of dual temperature vehicles:

• Glasgow
• Edinburgh
• Aberdeen
• Dundee
• Newcastle

In addition, Food Options provides NPD services as well as products sourcing and also worked with 400 suppliers.

Furthermore the supplier has as clients the HoReCa industry covering 75% of Food Options' business operations.

Established in 1993, Autogrill France is a foodservice company operating restaurants for travellers across airports and highways. Its headquarters is based in Marseille, France. The company is a subsidiary of the Italian-based, multinational catering company, Autogrill. 

Presently, the business operates various restaurants under banners such as Le Grill, Ciao Restaurant, La Croissanterie, Starbucks, Territoires De France, etc. 

In the financial year 2021, Autogrill France achieved a turnover of €94 million and currently employs more than 2,000 people. 

Moreover, the enterprise offers a variety of products in the following categories:

• Chilled & fresh: ready meals, breads, desserts, etc. 
• Drinks: water, juices, soft drinks, etc. 
• Frozen: desserts and ice creams, etc. 

In order to improve working conditions and to avoid accidents on sites, Autogrill France launched occupational hazard prevention. 

With regards to sustainability, the business partnered with “Too Good To Go” in order to combat food waste. 

Established in 2012, Supeco Spain is a discount retail chain which offers 7,500 references on its shelves. Its headquarters is based in Andalusia, Spain. The company is a subsidiary of the French multinational retail and wholesaling corporation, Carrefour Group. 

Presently, the business operates 50 stores across the country and an e-commerce platform as well. 

Supeco Spain achieves an annual turnover of €683 million and currently employs 1,900 people. 

Moreover, Supeco offers a variety of goods in the following categories: 

• Chilled & fresh food: meat, seafood, ready meals, etc. 
• Frozen: sausages, waffles, bacon, etc. 
• Sweet grocery: chocolates, sugar, cereal bars, etc. 
• Savoury grocery: rice, pasta, pulses, etc. 
• Dairy: milk, cheese, yoghurts, etc. 
• Drinks: fizzy drinks, juices, energy drinks, etc. 
• Wine & spirits: wines, beers, whiskeys, etc.  
• Personal care: soaps, lip balms, deodorants, etc. 
• Household: toilet papers, detergents, plastic bin bags, etc. 

Brands such as Fairy, El Aguila, Eneryeti, Choleck, Pascual, Trapa, Kavis, Nestle, Hellmann’s, Avecrem and many others are endorsed by the firm. 

Supeco Spain maintains the highest quality standards as it is certified by ISO 9001 and 14001. 

Pertaining to its logistics solutions, the retailer operates its own distribution centre and a fleet of vehicles is readily available to ensure deliveries. 

In 2021, the company announced that it will be expanding its store network in Spain by adding 16 stores more in 2022. 

Concerning sustainability, Supeco Spain reduces its carbon footprint by collaborating with local suppliers mainly in order to shorten the supply chain. 

The company’s online shop can be accessed on: http://www.supeco.es/ 

Founded in 1993, Billa Slovakia is a supermarket chain owned by REWE International AG Group. Its headquarters is based in Bratislava, Slovakia. The company offers an impressive range of regional and local products.   

Billa Slovakia operates more than 158 stores across the country and an online shop as well. 

In the financial year 2020, Billa Slovakia achieved a turnover of € 751 million and employed more than 4,500 people. 

Moreover, the company gained recognition through the Best Buy Award in 2020. 

Billa Slovakia offers a wide assortment of products in the following categories: 

• Frozen Food: ready-meals, meat, pastries, vegetables, ice-cream, etc.
• Chilled & Fresh Food: fruits, vegetables, meat, poultry, etc.
• Savoury Grocery: rice, pasta, seasoning, canned food, etc.
• Sweet Grocery: jam, dried fruits, chocolate, cookies, etc.
• Drinks: water, wine, juice, soda, etc.
• Wine & spirits: wines, beers, champagnes, etc.  
• Dairy: milk, cheese, eggs, cream, yoghurt, etc.
• Personal Care: face care, skincare, oral care, baby care, etc.
• Household: detergent, dishwashing powder, laundry care, etc.

Furthermore, in order to cater for consumers with specific food needs, the retailer provides a range of bio and organic products. Besides, Billa Slovakia offers various brands such as Nestle, Loreal Paris, Henkel, Red Bull, Schweppes, etc. 

Additionally, the enterprise developed its own label which are as follows (but not limited to): 

• Clever: a wide range of products in different categories such as pasta, rice, flour, etc.  
• Billa: it consists of more than references encompassing almost all product categories.  
• Billa Bio: a range of bio products. 

Moreover, the company maintains the highest quality standards as it possesses certifications such as RSPO, Fairtrade, Organic farming, UTZ, etc. 

Pertaining to its logistics solutions, Billa Slovakia operates its own warehouse and a fleet of electric trucks. 

Concerning sustainability, the business uses green products, ecological packaging and bags to reduce its carbon footprints. 

Billa Slovakia’s online shop can be accessed on: https://www.billa.sk/  

Flame-grilled Latin American dishes and shared plates served in a contemporary chain dining room.

Eurest has been present in Spain for over 50 years. Mostly known as duty free and catering company, Eurest offers meals including breakfast, lunch, dinner, coffee as well as cleaning and maintenance services. Eurest is a subsidiary of Compass Group.

Eurest Spain achieves an annual turnover of € 365 million and employs 13000 people in the country. The company has been recognised as the 2nd largest duty free and catering business in Spain. 

Eurest Spain sources seasonal products and opts for proximity to its suppliers. 

Eurest Spain aims at decreasing its logistics routes in order to protect the environment. 

Eurest Spain abides by a code of conduct as well as a code of ethics in all its areas of operation. The company, through the Eurest Foundation, supports various charities and associations. 

Leader in the health and wellness sector in the UK, Holland & Barrett is the largest supplier of a selection of vitamins, supplements, minerals, specialist foods and organic beauty items. Founded in 1870, Holland & Barrett has grown rapidly in the UK as well as other European countries and also internationally.

Nowadays, Holland & Barrett operates over 1600 stores in 18 countries which are either owned by the group or franchisees. These include 66 stores which were launched in 2018. Holland & Barrett operates over 750 stores in the UK.

Holland & Barrett  also operates an online shop and offers over 6000 references. 

In the financial year 2021, Holland & Barrett achieved a turnover of €825 million and it has a dedicated team of over 5,320 employees. Moreover, the company registered a rise of 103% in its online sales. 

Holland & Barrett offers products in the following categories: 

• Sweet Grocery: honey, jam, cereals, coffee, etc.
• Savory Grocery: noodles, herbs, rice, vinegar, sauces, etc.
• Drinks: soft drinks, juices, energy drinks, water, etc.
• Personal Care:hair care, skincare, supplements, etc. 

Brands available include Bragg, Wellman, Slimbiome, Twinings, ManulaPharm, Navitas, etc. 

Holland & Barrett also offers products under its own label, Holland & Barrett, which includes supplements, nuts, etc.

Holland & Barrett aims to become the reference among the “free from” retailers, catering for customers with allergies. In 2016, the company launched a Free From range of  600 products including: 

• Free from dairy
• Free from nuts
• Free from gluten
• Free from egg

95% of the products provided by Holland & Barrett are sourced from suppliers based in the UK and Ireland. 

It must be noted that in the case of beauty care, Holland & Barrett no longer offers products containing SLS and parabens. Furthermore, the business has quit selling products with microplastics and plastic. 

Concerning the logistics, Holland & Barrett operates a warehouse in the UK and 2 in Ireland and the Netherlands.

Holland & Barrett manages its own Natural Health Academy  where its employees are trained in product safety and contraindications for products. Furthermore, there are also programs for employees specialising in sports nutrition, natural beauty, supplements or foods.

Holland & Barrett’s online shop can be accessed on www.hollandandbarrett.com

Poundland Far East is the retail buying office of all Poundland stores.

Located in Tai Kok, Poundland Hong Kong services over 900 stores. The company is known to be the sourcing firm of the group, engaged in supplying products from China. The firm has 20 employees and accounts for 1 million euros.

Gate Group, an airline catering company from Switzerland runs a division in Spain since 1985. Gate Group Spain has been in operation for 35 years, producing around 18 000 meals per day and counts around 12 international airline companies as its clients. 

Gate Group Spain employs 1225 people and its turnover is around €98.2 million. 

In 2019, Gate Group Spain moved its facility to Coslada which is 8 minutes away from Adolfo Suarez Madrid Barajas Airport. The new facility is also easily accessible as it is close to the motorway network. 

Gate Group Spain’s new facility has a floor area of 9600 m2 and has all the latest amenities. There is also a modern meal assembly area as well as a culinary experience centre where the company’s chefs can devise new dishes. 

Concerning its warehousing facilities, Gate Group Spain now has 2500 pallets for the storage of dry products and 260 pallets dedicated to frozen goods. The new facility also has 16 door docks for trucks, hence facilitating access. 

The new facility was designed based upon the LEED principle and bears several eco-friendly features. For instance, the new facility is equipped with solar panels to provide hot water and the dishwashers have a heat recovery feature and sensors to control the use of water. 

Bidfood Lithuania is an importer, wholesaler and distributor founded in 1994 when its firm was first established in Kaunas. The company acquired Orgevita in 1999 which turned into Nowaco Lietuva. Bidfood Lithuania then expanded to Latvia and Estonia to then become the leader in distributing frozen and chilled food products countrywide. Bidfood Lithuania is owned by the Bidcorp Group. 

The firm operates an online store as well as a mobile application called MyBidfood.

Bidfood Lithuania offers 2400 references in the food categories.

In addition, Bidfood Lithuania provides logistic services including warehousing facilities for other companies in the food distribution field. 

Bidfood Lithuania’s clients consist of retail chains, over 1000 businesses in the horeca sector, public institutions and shops. These include restaurants, hotels, catering businesses as well as hospitals, kindergartens, schools and other state agencies. Some examples are Maxima, IKI, Rimi, Norfa, Talutti, Grill London, Pizza Jazz, Best Baltic Hotels, Hotel Lithuania, Royal SPA Residence.

Bidfood Lithuania was reported to achieve a turnover of € 27.9 million in 2020 and employed a total of 109 people. 

Bidfood Lithuania offers a variety of products in the following categories:

• Frozen Food: ice-cream, seafood, desserts, etc.
• Chilled & Fresh Food: seafood, chicken, salads, etc.
• Savory Grocery: oils, pasta, canned foods, sauces, etc
• Sweet Grocery: sugar, tea, coffee, etc. 
• Dairy: milk, eggs, cream, yoghurt, etc.

Moreover, the company provides various organic and vegan options.

Bidfood Lithuania works with more than 2400 brands including Barilla, McCain, Prima, Unilever, Nestle and many others.

Bidfood Lithuania has several private labels under the following names:

• Nowaco: offers a range of frozen fish
• NowaMeat
• Nowaco Exclusive
• Nowaco Horeca Exclusive

Bidfood Lithuania imports its goods from countries such as Holland, France, Belgium, Denmark, Italy, Great Britain, Germany, Spain and several more.

Bidfood Lithuania owns automated and temperature-controlled warehouses situated in Kaunas, Lithuania and Riga, Latvia. The company also runs a distribution centre of 6700 m2 located in Kaunas. The distribution center is equipped with 4 temperature-regulated warehouses. Moreover, the area of ​​warehouses in Latvia is over 1400 m2, consisting of 480 m2 warehouses and 300 m2 occupying a fish processing workshop.

In addition, Bidfood Lithuania operates its distribution fleet which comprises 25 trucks that deliver across the Baltics. 

Founded in 1986, is an american restaurant chain  focused on hamburgers, hot dogs, and French fries, and headquartered in Lorton, Virginia. 

In 2002, the chain began franchising, following this expansion, today the chain counts 1,500 stores throughout U.S and is considered the fastest growing restaurant chain.

A Five Guys restaurant typically consists of red and white checkered decorations, open kitchens, a single counter for purchasing and picking up food, and tables and chairs for customers.

Aldi Nord started operating in Denmark in 1977 and became the first discount chain in the country. The firm’s headquarters are based in Copenhagen and the stores are managed by 2 regional offices, one for the east of Denmark and the other for the west. 

Moreover, Aldi Denmark has a total of 187 stores across the country and several new stores are opening soon in Odins Brygge, Brande, Mejrup, etc. Denmark’s largest Aldi store, expanding across 1455 sqm, opened in Næstved in 2021. 

An online shop is also available on the website. The business also provides access to the Aldi app. 

Additionally, in 2021, on the occasion of the company’s 44th birthday, Aldi Denmark partnered with Skanderborg Bryghus in order to launch a special beer under the company’s private label, Humleby. 

Aldi Denmark employs 2689 people and its turnover for 2020 is at € 23.9 million, indicating a rise of 33% compared to the previous year. 

Moreover, the company has won several awards such as Politiken's price check of organic goods 2020, Dairy Award in 2019, Politiken's discount price check 2018, etc. 

The retail chain provides products in the following categories:

• Sweet Grocery: coffee, tea, chocolates, sweets, etc
• Savory Grocery: canned food, pasta, oil, etc.
• Drinks: juice, water, ice tea, etc
• Chilled & Fresh Food: fruits, vegetables, bread, etc
• Frozen Food: meat, fish, chicken, etc.
• Wine & Spirits: wine, beer, and many more
• Dairy: eggs, yoghurt, milk, etc
• Personal Care: oral care, skincare, fragrances, etc
• Household: washing powder, cleaning items, detergents, etc

Some of the brands available include Kellogg’s, Nivea, Mars, etc.

An assortment of vegan, vegetarian and organic products can also be found.

Aldi Denmark offers an extensive range of products from Aldi Nord’s own brands which include (but not limited to):

• Milsani: a range of dairy products
• Joe’s: crisps, snacks and more
• River: a brand of soft drinks
• Asia Green Garden: sauces and marinades with Asian flavours

Many of its products are sourced locally in Denmark such as fresh meat and vegetables.

In line with its social responsibilities, Aldi Denmark only works with suppliers who cater to animal welfare, environmental protection, social responsibility and production, etc. Moreover, it also collaborates with NGOs in order to minimise food waste, help in educating small farmers, etc. Concerning the environment, the company aims to use packaging that is suitable for recycling. Aldi Denmark has also reduced food waste by 38% in 2020 and aims to extend that number to 50% by 2050. 

The online shop can be accessed at: www.aldi.dk

Natureo is a leading organic retailer proposing more than 10,000  products to its customers in France. A wide selection of organic and natural products in different SKU’s are easily accessible.

In 2018, Natureo achieved a turnover of €132 million.

While shopping in their stores you will also discover a whole range of vegan products and products “SANS” thus meeting all the diets and specific needs :

• Gluten-free
• Lactose free
• Egg-free
• Low sodium etc…

Since the opening of its first store in 2007, Natureo has expanded to 59 stores and 500 employees throughout the country with the goal of being closer to its customers.

Natureo has the pleasure to facilitate your shopping through its trained team of consultants. They are the experts in the world of bio and has the answers for all your questions concerning the products in-store.

Founded in 1961, Spinneys Dubai is a supermarket chain owned by UAE national Mr Ali Albwardy. Its headquarters is based in Meydan, Dubai, United Arab Emirates. The company’s brand is defined as “The fresher experience”. 

The business operates 30 supermarkets and 21 convenience stores across the country. Moreover, an e-commerce platform as well is at the disposal of its clients. 

Spinneys Dubai achieves an annual turnover of over €173 million and employs more than 1,000 people. 

Moreover, the enterprise offers a large assortment of products in the following categories: 

• Savoury grocery: pasta, noodles, rice, etc. 
• Sweet grocery: sugar, chocolates, tea, etc. 
• Drinks: soft drinks, juice, water, etc. 
• Frozen: seafood, desserts, meat, etc. 
• Chilled & fresh: fruits, vegetables, ready meals, etc.
• Dairy: cheese, butter, yoghurt, etc. 
• Personal care: moisturisers, makeup, masks, etc. 
• Household: air freshners, detergents, bin bags, etc.

Brands such as Heinz, Galaxy, Nestle, Best, Earth Goods, Waitrose, Kinder, Lays, Kelloggs, Barilla and many others are endorsed by the firm. It is noteworthy that the retailer offers a range of vegan, vegetarian and organic products as well. 

The company developed its own brand known as “SpinneysFood” which consists of products such as ketchup, flour, peanut butter and many others. 

Pertaining to its logistics solutions, the business operates its warehouse and a fleet of vehicles is readily available to ensure deliveries.

In June 2020, the firm launched online home delivery services. Moreover, in 2022, Spinneys Dubai partnered with Al Hokair Holding to open the first Spinneys store in the first quarter of 2023. 

Concerning sustainability, Spinneys Dubai collaborates with local suppliers in order to shorten its supply chain. 

The company’s online shop can be accessed on: https://www.spinneys.com/ 

Established in 1996, Penny Market Hungary is a discount supermarket chain. Its headquarters is based in Alsonemedi, Hungary. The company is a subsidiary of the German food retailer, Rewe Group.

Today, the business operates 227 stores across the country.

In the financial year 2021, Penny Market Hungary achieved a turnover of €1.05 billion and currently employs more than 4,700 people.

Moreover, the retailer provides various products under different categories:

• Savoury grocery: biscuits, canned goods, pasta, etc. 
• Sweet grocery: chocolates, jams, coffee, etc. 
• Chilled & fresh: meat, fruits, vegetables, etc. 
• Frozen: meat, seafood, ice creams, etc. 
• Dairy: milk, cheese, yoghurt, etc. 
• Drinks: juice, syrups, water, etc. 
• Wine & spirits: beers, wines, champagnes, etc. 
• Personal care: shampoo, body lotions, toothpaste, etc. 
• Household: detergents, toilet papers, disinfectants, etc. 

Brands such as Milka, Jar, Surf, Pampers, Alpro, President, Jack Daniel, Nescafe, Kinder and many others are endorsed by the firm. It is noteworthy that Penny Market Hungary offers a range of bio, vegan, vegetarian and many other special products in its portfolio. 

Penny Market Hungary developed its private labels known as (non-exhaustive list):

• Sissy: A line dedicated to dairy products. 
• Penny: This brand includes products such as mayonnaise, soups, flour, etc. 
• Wippy: A brand consisting of household products.
• Arany Korso: A line dedicated to alcoholic drinks.

The company implements strict quality requirements on its products. Its products should comply with domestic and international legislation. 

Pertaining to its logistics solutions, the retailer operates 3 distribution centres and a fleet of vehicles is available to ensure deliveries. 

Hofer Austria is a grocery chain which was established in 1968. Its headquarters is based in Sattledt, Austria. The company is a subsidiary of the German multinational family-owned discount supermarket chain, Aldi Sud. Hofer Austria has been named as the cheapest supermarket in the country by Austria’s consumer association Verein Fur Konsumenteninformation. 

As of 2021, the retailer operates 520 stores across the country and an e-commerce platform as well. 

In the financial year 2019, Hofer Austria achieved a turnover of € 4.2 billions and currently employs more than 12,000 people. 

It is noteworthy that the company has been ranked in 3rd place in the Austrian retail top 100. Moreover, in 2020, Hofer Austria won the “Best Recruiters” award in the retail industry and in 2021, it received the “International Packaging” award for sustainable fruit baskets. 

Furthermore, the enterprise offers a large variety of products in the following categories: 

• Savoury grocery: biscuits, canned goods, pasta, etc. 
• Sweet grocery: chocolates, jams, coffee, etc. 
• Chilled & fresh: meat, fruits, vegetables, etc. 
• Frozen: meat, seafood, ice creams, etc. 
• Dairy: milk, cheese, yoghurt, etc. 
• Drinks: juice, syrups, water, etc. 
• Wine & spirits: beers, wines, champagnes, etc. 
• Personal care: shampoo, body lotions, toothpaste, etc. 
• Household: detergents, toilet papers, disinfectants, etc. 

Brands such as Red Bull, Coca Cola, Lays, Nestle, Philadelphia, Mars, Persil, Fa and many others are endorsed by the firm. Besides, Hofer Austria also offers gluten-free, sugar-free, organic and many other products as well. 

Moreover, the company also developed its own brand range under the following names (non-exhaustive list): 

• Bio Natura: This brand includes products such as almond drinks, honey, biscuits, etc. 
• Back to the origin: This brand includes products such as  free range eggs, oats, bread, etc. 
• Milfina: A brand dedicated to ice creams. 
• FairHof: A brand dedicated to meat products. 

In addition, the business maintains the highest quality standards as it is certified by RSPO, Oeko-Tex Standard 100, EC organic regulation and many others. 

Pertaining to its logistics solutions, the firm operates its own distribution centre and has a fleet of vehicles readily available to conduct its deliveries. 

Furthermore, in 2018, Hofer Austria partnered with Walther Faltsysteme to introduce an innovative and long-lasting pallet solution which can be 100% recycled. 

It is noteworthy that in 2022, the retailer installed “one2zero” PV systems on 230 store roofs hence making a major contribution to Austria’s energy transition. Moreover, Hofer is recognized as the first Austrian retailer to be entirely CO2-neutral since 2016. 

Additionally, as of 2022, the enterprise started using 100% rPET for beverage bottles in its own brand range which is made of recycled material. 

Concerning sustainability, Hofer Austria is expanding its organic range and reducing the use of materials for private label packaging in order to protect the environment. 

With regards to the community, the retailer donates surplus groceries to social organisations to help people in need. 

The company’s online shop can be accessed on: https://www.hofer.at/ 

Bleu Libellule, a subsidiary of the CSP group, was established in France in 1997. The company is a specialist in the distribution of renowned brands, especially haircare and beauty products. Bleu Libellule operates an e-shop as well.

Bleu Libellule offers more than 15 000 references in the non-food category.

Bleu Libellule operates 211 shops countrywide. The hair and beauty retailer operates stores found in malls, street malls and retail parks.

Bleu Libellule's clientele includes both professionals and at-home users.

Moreover, Bleu Libellule makes use of advertising to promote its products.

Bleu Libellule was reported to achieve a turnover of €5.64 million in 2019.

Bleu Libellule provides several products from the following categories:

• Personal Care: hair care, face care, body care, etc.

In addition, Bleu Libellule offers a range of vegan and organic products.

Bleu Libellule offers various products from brands like Friendly, Olaplex, L'Oréal, Wella, Mulatto, Rica, TGR and many more.

The company is also the exclusive distributor of Amika, GHD, Jessica, Mydentity, Barberstation, Maria Nila, etc.

Bleu Libellule owns private labels as well, which are as follows:

• Headdress: offers hairdressing products.
• 7e Element: offers hairdressing electrical equipment and hair care products.
• B.APP: offers hair care products.
• Pure Men Tolerance: offers a range of cosmetic, face care and hair care products.

Bleu Libellule owns a warehouse of 18 000m2 where all of its products are stored and distributed. Delivery is free for orders exceeding €10. Additionally, goods are delivered within 3 days. Additionally, the firm partners with third party delivery companies such as FedEx, Chronopost, Relay and DPD.

An easy access to Bleu Libellule's online store is www.bleulibellule.com

Metro China is the subsidiary of Metro Group from Germany. 

The latter set up its business operations in China since the year 1995 and collaborated with the well-known Jinjiang Group in China, to initiate Jinjiang & Metro Cash and Carry as well as when local food's sales begun to sunk.

Both Jinjiang and Metro Cash and Carry are the first joint venture with chain stores in China's big cities with the consent of the Chinese central government.

The products it puts forwards are:

• Meat (beef, pork and chicken)
• Fish (chilled sea fish, frozen aquatic)
• Imported food (cheese, milk, chocolate, biscuits and wine)
• Wine (french red wine, italian red wine, new world wine, wine column)
• Condiments (chicken powder series, soy sauce series, spices series)
• Cleaning products (comprising toiletries, hygiene products)
• Fresh food (salmon and meat)
• Catering products (wide options of  hotel catering products, including cleaning supplies, dining utensils etc )
• Office supplies (copy paper series, archive file series)

The company’s ‘private labels’ can be classified as follows:

• Aka/Fairline Ikea/Jinxin (daily food and non food like bowl, towel, files etc)
• Fine life (snacks like nuts and personal care)
• Fine dreaming (personal care products i.e sanitary paper)
• Metro chef (juices, oils, fusilli, including ambient products like canned tomatoes, sweet corn etc)
• Metro professional (non foods like bowl, pan etc and washing products)
• Sigma (office and stationery products)

Some multinational brands that were launched in their stores are (non-exhaustive list): Brauns, Vicks, sensodyne, bounty, nutrilon, aptamil etc...

Metro partnered with Alibaba in 2015 to promote e-commerce. Indeed, Metro associated itself with Tmall hence products reached China quickly and sales increased as well.

The company was recognised in the TOP-TALK “VVIP” by Alibaba, for developing Tmall.com into a trending lifestyle.

The Sino-Europe express on metro flagship stores can be accessed through the website: metro.tmall.hk.

Crazy Chinese ‘black friday’ which was held in november 2015 where the CEO of Metro AG Olaf, became salesman on that day provided informations to consumers through live chat with the witness of 500+ medias. On that day, Metro attracted 3.8 million visitors with only 99 SKUs.

In 2015, on the B2C sales market share account, Tmall achieved a 63.5% of sales.

Moreover, the company provides more than 2,000 types of condiments as well as 170 types of spices.

Its products are HACCP certified ensuring food safety and sanitation including safety of food in storage, transportation etc.

Also, they had set up the Star Farm Food Traceability System in the year 2007, which improved the China's food safety system.

Presently, Metro Cash and Carry China, a B2B wholesaler spans to 95 stores in 59 cities and has 8 million customers, with online and offline sales channels.

In the fiscal year 2017-2018, it had a turnover of €2.7 billion and employed more than 11 000 employees.

According to Bloomberg, the German food wholesaler Metro AG announced in 1st Feb 2019 that it wants to sell 80% of its Chinese subsidiary through local bids.

The Dollar Tree store founded in 1991 traces its origins in Virginia. From 1954 to 1991 the company changed various name to finally settle to Dollar Tree. The retail buying office is specialized as a DIY retailer and has 13600 stores in the US and in Canada. Most of the stores are found in the various states of the US with over 145,000 employees.

Amazon China is an online retailer based in China which started its operations in 2004 when Amazon acquired the e-commerce business Joyo.com. In 2011, the platform was rebranded as Amazon China.

Moreover, Amazon China only offers products from overseas sellers. About 200 000 Chinese sellers operate on Amazon, selling to people internationally, especially in the US.

75% of Amazon's new sellers in 2021 are Chinese merchants, up by 47% compared to the previous year.

Amazon Prime, is a service that gives access to next day delivery as well as unlimited streaming for a monthly subscription, was also established in China.

In 2019, Amazon China achieved a turnover of €266 million.

The online shop of Amazon China can be accessed on www.amazon.cn

Amazon Japan is an online e-commerce platform which focuses on the Asian market and was launched in 2000 in Japan. The company offered books only at first before diversifying its portfolio. Amazon Japan is a subsidiary of Amazon. 

Recently, Amazon Japan launched Amazon Prime in 2007 in the country which gives access to next day delivery as well as unlimited streaming at a monthly fee.

In 2002, Amazon Marketplace was established in Japan for third-party traders to sell and buy products.

Amazon Japan offers services such as "Print on Demand (POD)" which prints, binds, and ships books for authors.

In 2019, Amazon Japan achieved a turnover of €11 billion 

As of today, 15 distribution centres in Ichikawa, Yachiyo, Sakai, Daito and many other cities,  and 5 Prime Now warehouses (Prime Now FC) were established by Amazon Japan. The firm also stores and manages the products of merchants who operate as well as those who don't sell their products on Amazon, in its warehouse.

Moreover, Amazon Japan partners with third-party delivery companies such as DHL, Yamato Transport, Sagawa Express, Japan Post, etc, to carry out distribution of its products overseas and countrywide.

Amazon Japan’s online shop is accessible on www.amazon.co.jp

7-Eleven is a chain of convenience stores which launched its first shop in 1981 in Hong Kong. Since 2019, it has been owned by Dairy Farm. Nowadays, 7-Eleven Hong Kong operates over 900 stores in the country. 

7-Eleven has quickly emerged as one of the largest convenience chains in Hong Kong.

7-Eleven Hong Kong provides products in the following categories:

• Savory Grocery: chips and other snacks
• Sweet Grocery: chocolate, candy, coffee, etc. 
• Drinks: soft drinks, energy drinks, water, etc.
• Dairy: milk and flavored milk
• Chilled & Fresh Food: ready-meals, salads, snacks, etc.
• Frozen Food: ice-cream
• Personal Care: hygiene, skincare, baby care, etc. 
• Household: disposables, dish wash, detergents, etc.

For those who are more health conscious, 7-Eleven Hong Kong offers nutritious drinks and meals which are well-balanced and healthy.

UPDATES ON 7-ELEVEN HONG KONG ON 11/11/2020

In 2020 7-Eleven Hong Kong has partnered with Coca Cola to develop concept stores in Hong Kong.

7-eleven Indonesia is operated by PT Modern Sevel Indonesia (MSI). Like other 7-eleven around the world, 7-eleven indonesia provide general retail products. 

Their private labelled products are :

1. Gulp - which consists of a refreshing flavored drink
2. Slurpee - which consists of an almost frozen drinks of different flavors
3. 7-fresh - these are products that are freshly cooked like for example the rice bowl
4. 7-select - drinks such as smooth vanilla latte and green tea latte

The first 7-eleven store opened in Malaysia was in the year 1984 in Kuala Lumpur. The store is also keen of sustainability issues hence using degradable cups.

7-eleven stores of philippines are operated by the Philippine seven corperation (PSC). The licence to operate the franchise was obtained in 1982 and the first 7-11 opened its doors in 1984.

The private-labelled products available at 7-eleven philippines are:

1. slurpee :  frozen flavoured drinks
2. City Blends : freshly brewed coffee
3. Gulp : Cold drinks
4. Big bite : Hot dogs
5. Siopao : Stuffed steamed buns
6. Fundae : soft ice cream
7. 7-fresh : fresh and healthy items like fruits, vegetables, sandwiches, pasta, salads, wraps, hamburger (breakfast pandesal), fruits and vegetables juices (no preservatives, no sugar, and no artificial colors). 
8. Big time meals : for example chicken teriyaki
9. Busog meals : Tuna omelette
10. 7-fresh rice meals : different types of soup
11. Chef creations : Pork dishes
12. Hotta rice : which can be accompanied with chicken curry or beef.
13. Hot pot : an option that let the clients add the toppings they would prefer on their soups.
14. Soft bites : assortment of sweet pastries, buns, cakes, muffins.

The fist 7-eleven store was opened in 1983 at Upper changi road in Singapore. 

The private labelled products available at 7-eleven singapore are as follows:

• 7-select - it is an assortment of quality snacks imported from japan.
• The ready-to-eat section is divided into local dishes, japanese & Korean dishes and Western dishes
• Gulp - the refreshing taste of a soft drink
• Slurpee - the famous frozen drink
• 7-cuppa - using pure arabica beans to make excellent hot drinks

7-eleven singapore also serve sandwiches and snacks as well as other groceries.

7-eleven was first introduced in Taiwan in the year 1978. The convenience store introduces new products each 2 weeks and products that are best sellers from other countries are also introduced to the taiwanese people.

In the delicatessen range, 7-eleven provides regularly new products in the form of 

1. Onigiri which is a triangular shaped rice wrapped in edible seaweed (nori) 
2. Bento which is a lunch box packed with meal
3. Sushi
4. Sandwiches

In 1989 the first 7-eleven was opened in Bangkok, Today along with the traditional products that one can find in a convenience store, 7-eleven proposes local dishes such as:

• Pa masha Lava which consists of steamed buns stuffed with green tea
• Sausages which are curry flavoured
• Salung pao kurobuta port which consists of an oval shaped steamed bun stuffed with pork
• Japanese rice steak hamburger egg
• Sour Shrimp egg
• Fried chicken basil
• Steamed buns
• Fried rice with celery
• Fried Rice with Tom Yum Shrimp Herbal aroma 
• Coconut custard with sticky rice
• Strawberry scotch cream
• Korean chicken rice
• Thai papaya salad
• Fried rice burgers

Vapiano is the franchised restaurant offering italian dishes. Its headquarters is based in germany. 

The products that we use for our dishes are of various types namely:

Dairy products : Mozarella cheeses, Cream

Chilled and fresh products : rocket leaves, bread, tomato, cabbages, fruits

Savory Grocery : oil, flour, spices

Frozen : Meat, seafood

At SPAR we believe in quality service, therefore we aim to provide our customer with convenient and appealing shopping experience through continuous customer focus. 
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7-eleven United Arab Emirates provide to its clients traditional groceries that are normally available in a convenience store. But what makes it stand apart is the availability of

1. Fresh samosas which is a flacky pastry stuffes with cheese, potatoes or meat, 
2. Chicken spring rolls
3. Felafel
4. Pasta salad
5. Chicken noodles
6. Potato wedges and fried drumsticks
7. Muffins
8. Steamed buns

7-eleven united arab emirates also provides 

1. Seasonal products such as : Baklawa during Eid festivities, dates, iftar box which includes a biryani, an arabic salad, dates and water

7-Eleven is a chain of convenience stores that operates in various parts of the world through different franchisees. In Sweden, Reitan Gruppen, a Norwegian group, owns and operates 7-Eleven Sweden. &-Eleven started to operate in Sweden in 1978. 

7-Eleven Sweden runs 81 stores in the country which feature a food service known for its coffees and fresh meals. 

In 2013, 7-Eleven Sweden underwent an important rebranding that gave the company a retro look which is also reflected in the packaging and the original logo. The rebranding has turned 7-Eleven Sweden as a chain that is viewed as reliable in the eye of Swedish consumers. 

7-eleven norway is a convenience service that proposes general groceries as well as

1. fresh bakes pastries like : croissant, cookies, cupcakes
2. Freshly made coffees
3. Frozen yogurt
4. Home-made sandwiches
5. Smoothies
6. Hamburger
7. Polser - which is the norway version of the sausage roll and the sausagebread can also be gluten free
8. Freshly pressed juice which can also include veggies.

7-eleven in mexico is a convenience store and has more than 1800 stores in the same country. Apart from the groceries the convenience store also proposes its own brand called 7-select which comprises of drinks and snacks. Another private labelled products at 7-eleven is that of its hot drinks namely cafe select - mainly for the capucino, chocolate and late.

The juice can have 2 flavours lemon,grapefruit and cola. 7-eleven Mexico also proposes freshly made donuts and sandwiches. Snacks under the brand 7-select are cookies, sweets and chips.

7-Eleven was launched in Denmark in 1993. The retail chain is managed by the franchise licensee Reitan Convenience Denmark, a subsidiary of Reitan Group, a Norwegian retail group.

7-Eleven operates around 190 convenience stores in Denmark. 

7-Eleven Denmark provides products in the following categories:

• Savory Grocery: chips and other snacks
• Sweet Grocery: chocolate, candy, coffee, etc. 
• Drinks: soft drinks, energy drinks, water, etc.
• Dairy: milk and flavored milk
• Chilled & Fresh Food: ready-meals, salads, snacks, etc.
• Frozen Food: ice-cream
• Personal Care: hygiene, skincare, baby care, etc. 
• Household: disposables, dish wash, detergents, etc.

7-Eleven Denmark also provides 60 references for vegan and vegetarian foods. There is also a wide choice of healthy options. The company is constantly launching new products in the country, becoming an innovator. 

7-Eleven works with suppliers such as Arla Foods, Dan Cake, DK Confectionery, Amka, etc. 

The 7-eleven in canada is a convenience store that provides general groceries.

The products are divided into categories namely:

• Crispy classic chicken - available in bucket (small and large portions)
• Hot foods - meatballs, large pizza, wings
• Pizza - the canadian pizza which has bacon, mushroom and pepperoni or provolone and mozarella cheese
• Grill - grilled sausage, smoked pork sausage
• Bakery - fresh baked croissants, fresh baked cookies, muffins, fritters
• Drinks - Teas (organic alpine berry), chocolates, pistacchio capuccino, iced coffee, espresso
• Juices, energy drinks, soft drinks - 7-select
• Slurpee - the famous sour apple slurpee and other fruity slurpee

7-eleven australia is a convenience store owned by the Withers and Barlow family. The convenience store provides various kinds of groceries from slurpee to personal care products. 7-eleven also provides :

• coffee at 1 dollar
• stationery and gifts
• snacks
• auto and car care
• pies and rolls, muffins, sandwiches, popcorn, nuts, doughnuts

7-eleven in south korea was founded in 1989 in Seoul. The convenience store provides groceries and also distinct products that can only be found in a Korean 7-eleven. For example:

    Giant sausages

    Chicken fondue which is a fried chicken and melted cheese meant for dipping

    Kimbap which is the Korean version of sushi

    Mango bingsu – mango flavored ice-cream

    Noodles – the most popular among all is Ramen

Action Netherlands is a supermarket chain which first opened in 1993 in Enkhuizen, Netherlands. They also have a distribution centre in the north of Netherlands and one in the south.

In Netherlands only, there are 395 Action supermarkets, hence minimising the distance for customers to shop at Action.

Action usually buys in bulk hence having the ability to lower prices. Action believes in word-of-mouth as a publicity and don't take part in aggressive publicity. Action sells more than 6000 SKUs with 150 new ranges weekly, including lots of home brands and A brands. 

Being a fast-growing international non-food discounter, Action welcomes almost millions of customers having different purposes and opinions to visit their stores. Besides their 400 suppliers in Europe and Asia, Action keeps on tracking for high quality products at affordable prices. The company has 13 ranges:

• Decoration 
• DIY
• Toys & party 
• Office & hobby 
• Multimedia 
• Household 
• Garden & outdoor
• Laundry & cleaning 
• Food
• Beverages
• Personal care 
• Animal
• Clothing
• Linens

Action is a chain of retail stores founded in the Netherlands. The company opened its first store in 2012. Nowadays, Action France has over 400 shops in France. Action France has an online shop. 

Action France reached a turnover of € 1456 million in 2018, indicating a growth of 39.7% in its revenue compared to 2017. The firm has around 9000 employees at present. 

Action France offers products in the following categories:

• Sweet Grocery: candy, chocolate, dried fruits, cookies, etc. 

• Savory Grocery: crisps, chips, pet food, noodles cup, etc.

• Drinks: soft drinks, energy drinks and a variety of other drinks

• Personal Care: oral care, hair care, pet care, fragrances, etc.

• Household: a range of cleaning supplies

Action France offers products from brands like Skin Essentials, Adidas, Becky’s, Max & More, Daily Defense, etc.

Action France operates 3 warehouses in the country. Another warehouse is currently in construction.

Action France’s online store can be accessed on www.action.com

Action is a retail chain which was established in the Netherlands. Action opened its first shop in Germany in 2009. Action Germany features around 6000 references in the food and non-food categories.

Action operates 288 shops in the country.

Action Germany offers products in the following categories:

• Sweet Grocery: candy, chocolate, dried fruits, cookies, etc. 

• Savory Grocery: crisps, chips, pet food, noodles cup, etc.

• Drinks: soft drinks, energy drinks and a variety of other drinks

• Personal Care: oral care, hair care, pet care, fragrances, etc.

• Household: a range of cleaning supplies

• Bazar: a range of  bathroom accessories

Action Germany offers products from over 350 international brands such as Whiskas, Kitekat, NatureFit, Fa, Sento, Culi Deco, Coca Cola, etc. Action works with 1000 suppliers in Europe and Asia. 

Action Germany also supplies products under Action’s 65 private labels.

Action, a chain of retail stores originating from the Netherlands, established its first store in Belgium in 2005. The Group was originally founded by Gerard Deen and Rob Wagemaker. Action Belgium features around 6000 references in 14 categories. Moreover, by the end of 2021, Action Belgium aims to be operating 200 stores across the country. 

Several products are available in the following categories: 

• Sweet Grocery: candy, chocolate, dried fruits, cookies, etc. 
• Savory Grocery: crisps, chips, pet food, noodles cup, etc.
• Drinks: soft drinks, energy drinks and a variety of other drinks
• Personal Care: oral care, hair care, pet care, fragrances, etc.
• Household: detergent, bleach, toilet gel, etc

Action Belgium offers products from over 350 international brands such as Whiskas, Kitekat, NatureFit, Fa, Sento, Culi Deco, Coca Cola, etc. Additionally, the enterprise works with more than 660 suppliers in Europe and Asia. 

Furthermore, the business also supplies products under Action’s private labels, some of which include:

• Innovit: a range of vitamins and supplements
• Redstone: a brand offering kitchen essentials
• Palazzo: offers a wide range of coffee products

Concerning  logistics, Action Group uses double decker trucks, transporting 60% more than with an ordinary truck. 

With regards to the environment, the company indulges in several measures. For example, all of its products contain the PEFC logo as well as the FSC logo which attest for the sustainable management of forests. Action Group also recycles packaging materials across all its stores, whenever possible. Furthermore, the stores have durable LED lighting.

Action owns 8 supermarkets in Austria. The retailer goes way across the supermarket habits by introducing new products on a regular basis. The customers get to choose among more than 6000 SKUs. Action also integrates its private label and branded products in a wide range of products for the customers to choose from. 

There are currently 13 product categories available at Action.

Founded in 2006 in France by Thierry Petit and David Dayan, Showroomprive is an online retailing leader specialising in the distribution of cosmetic products. It is also a subsidiary of SRP Group.

The company has expanded in 9 countries including Italy, Spain, Portugal, Poland, Germany and many others.

Furthermore, Showroomprive offers a portfolio consisting of 2000 references.

In 2016. Showroomprivé expanded by taking over Saldi Privati, an Italian online event sales.

In 2017, Showroomprive acquired Beauteprivee, a French e-commerce business specialised in the field of beauty, well-being and cosmetics.

The online retailer counts over 25 million members benefiting from its services.

Showroomprive was reported to achieve a turnover of €697 million in 2020 and employed a total of 800 people.

Products in the personal care category such as skin care, haircare, fragrances and many more, are available.

In accord with its progress, the online retailer launched its private label named Collection IRL - Fashion for women in real life.

Showroomprivé is determined to digitalise the retail industry hence has started using bitcoins. Today, Showroomprive is one of the largest retailers to use virtual money.

Moreover, a logistics centre in Saint-Witz is run by Showroomprivé. 

Showroomprive is accessible on www.fr.showroomprive.com

 Ahold Belgium is among the most important retailers in Benelux considering the fact that it has more than 800 stores in Belgium and Luxembourg alone. Since its creation in 1867 near Brussels, the company now counts 15,000 associates.

The company is represented under various brands like Delhaize, Proxy Delhaize, AD delhaize, Delhaize shop & go, Albert heijn. The different available formats enables not only the expansion of the company but also increases the satisfation of their clients.

Blackemore food service is a wholly owned subsidiary of AF Blackemore & Son Ltd engaged in the distribution of food requiring specific temperatures. In addition to its 40 years of experience, the distribution company has a wide range of clients such as :

• schools
• public institutions
• independent caterers

Following the expansion of the company, a second warehouse of 80000 square feet was launched.
This particular site was contrived for clients in the nothern region of the United Kingdom. At the same time the other depot of 69000 square feet counts actually serve its main purpose and that was to serve clients in the south.

Over 1000 Spar stores in the United Kingdom and Wales receive their products through Blackemore Logistics.
To ease up the whole logistics process Blackemore logistics makes use of delivery points and distribution centres.
Indeed the company has over 8500 delivery points in the United Kingdom alone and the 10 distribution centres is of 860000 square feet. 

The allocations are as follows :

• Distribution center in Willenhall covers 166000 sq meters
• Distribution center in Darlaston covers 60000 sq meters
• Talbot green distribution center covers 150000 sq meters
• Distribution center in Hastings covers 90000 sq meters

Founded in 2015, Vipsters.de is the german version of the online retailer Showroomprive.com.

Having a showroomprive.com in Germany has not only expanded the business in a short span but also enabled the accessibility of popular brands to german customers.

Vipsters.de is an online retailer with its certifications such as SSL and the website also went through the Trusted shops web of conduct hence being safe for customers to shop on.

The brands that Vipsters.de operates with are:

• Puma
• Levi
• Adidas
• Diesel
• Bosch
• Pampers
• Mango
• Triumph
• Calvin Klein

The online retailer also has a dedicated team of customer advisors. As Showroomprive.com Germany is always innovating, new products are proposed on a daily basis. The retailer approach its customers through flash sales where several famous brands are available at low prices. These flash sales are for a limited time but very effective and successful. 

Beside the flash sales, another innovation adopted by Showroomprive.com Germany is that bitcoins are accepted as payment form.

Showroomprive Spain is an online retailer, which was founded in 2010 and is a subsidiary of the French company Showroomprive.

In 2020, Showroomprive Spain achieved a turnover of €25 million and had 30 employees in 2019.

Products in the personal care category such as skin care, haircare, fragrances and many more, are available.

Showroomprive Spain has partnered with around 1500 brands including Essie, Maybelline. Novange and many more.

Furthermore, Showroomprive Spain imports its products from France, Italy, UK and many more.

The online shop of Showroomprive Spain can be accessed on www.showroomprive.es

Showroomprive, a French company, was launched in Italy in 2011. The firm acquired Saldi Privati in 2016 and is currently the largest online retailer in Italy.

The retailer is mainly known for the flash sales it organises. The flash sales are done for a short period of time for the different brands available on the website. 

Showroomprive Italy offers products in the personal care category such as nail care, fragrances, hair care and many more.

Among the brands that Showroomprive.com Italy deals with are Puma, Levi, Adidas, Diesel and many more.

Moreover, Showroomprive Italy imports its products from France, UK, Spain and many others.

The retailer is keen on doing innovation,therefore to set itself apart, Showroomprive Italy offers bitcoins as a payment method.

Showroomprive Italy’s online shop can be accessed on www.saldiprivati.com

Specialized in online flash sales, Showroomprive.com in United Kingdom offers the facility of online shopping of many popular brands. What sets it apart from other online shopping website is that there are flash sales regularly which enables customers to acquire famous brands when the prices are reduced.

Over 1000 brands are available.

These brands are categorized in:

• Fashion & Beauty
• Home & Leisure
• Kids
• Leisure
• Travel

The online retailer also makes use of bitcoins as online payment method.

Founded in 2013, Showroomprive.com in Poland is the largest online retailer offering brands such as :

• Diesel
• Bosch
• Pampers
• Mango
• Triumph
• Calvin Klein
• Puma
• Levi
• Adidas

To establish a good reputation among its clients, Showroomprive.com Poland has its flash sales. The flash sales is a concept where the prices of the products are lowered for a limited time. In their innovation path, the online retailer also offers to its clients the possiblity to use bitcoins as payment method.

Specialized in online flash sales, Showroomprive Netherlands offers the facility of online shopping of many popular brands. The firm was established in 2012 and is part of Showroomprive which was founded in France in 2006.

What sets the firm apart from other online shopping websites is that there are flash sales regularly which enables customers to acquire famous brands when the prices are reduced.

In 2020, Showroomprive Netherlands achieved a turnover of €2.7 million.

Showroomprive Netherlands offers several products in the personal care category including baby care, hair care, body care and many more.

As in other countries, Showroomprive in the Netherlands offers various famous brands such as Diesel, Bosch, Pampers, Mango and many more.

Furthermore, Showroomprive Netherlands imports its products from France, Italy, UK and many more.

Showroomprive is known for always being on the innovative side, the online retailer was the first to use bitcoins as a payment method.

Showroomprive Netherlands is accessible on www.showroomprive.nl

Showroomprive Portugal is an online retailer which was founded in 2013 and is based in Portugal. The company is a subsidiary of the French company, Showroomprive, which was established in 2006. 

A turnover of €20 million was achieved by the firm in 2020 and Showroomprive Portugal generates 30% of its sales through mobile phones and tablets. 

Products in the personal care category are available on Showroomprive Portugal’s website.

Approximately 1650 brands including Elite, Dolce & Gabbana and Kenzo, partnered with Showroomprive Portugal.

Showroomprive Portugal imports its items from Italy, France, UK and many more.

Concerning its logistics, Showroomprive Portugal partnered with third party transportation companies such as Chronopost, Cttexpresso and many others, to offer its clients fast and secure deliveries.

The online shop of Showroomprive Portugal can be accessed on www.showroomprive.pt

Circle K is a chain of convenience stores which was founded in 1951 in Texas. Since 2003, it has been owned by Alimentation Couche-Tard which expanded the banner, enabling it to venture on the international market. Circle K offers a range of food and non-food items. 

Circle K is present in 25 countries including Egypt, China, Norway, Sweden, Vietnam, etc.

In 2015, it was decided that all other banners of the group Alimentation Couche-Tard, Statoil, Mac’s and Kangaroo Express would be rebranded as Circle K stores. Nowadays, Circle K operates a total of 14876 stores including 2697 in Europe.

UPDATES ON CIRCLE K ON 29/05/2018

Circle K Europe is interested in the drinks category and exclusive B Brands. Circle K prefers to deal with manufacturing companies near its geographical area like Poland for example. The company is very keen to know more about snacking products.

UPDATES ON CIRCLE K ON 29/10/2019

The company is looking to develop their private label and is interested in collaborating with suppliers to develop the following products in the sweet and savory grocery categories:

• Snacks like potato chips
• Protein bars with flavours such as caramel, peanut and coconut
• Nuts and candy
• Chocolate Wafer bars

In the drinks category, the firm also wants to develop its own brands for:

• Vitamin water and caffeine water
• Beer
• Cappuccino and Vanilla latte
• Soft drinks
• Juices

The company wants to use sustainable packaging for all the products. 

UPDATES ON CIRCLE K ON 28/10/2020

For 2020, Circle K is sourcing products for its own brands in the sweet grocery category such as biscuits and breakfast foods.  

Euroapotheca is an international pharmacy retail chain and wholesaler which has been established in the year 1998 and is headquartered in Vilnius, Lithuania. Euroapotheca Group is a subsidiary of the largest diversified international retail group in the Baltics State namely Vilniaus Prekyba.

The company operates in the following countries:

• Lithuania - The firm operates 271 pharmacies in this country and the turnover amounts to 233 million euros with the cooperation of their 1858 employees. Their trading area measures upto 16531 meter squares.

Their goal is to help people to be in good health condition by supplying pharmaceuticals and other services through its professional advice.

Euroapotheca operates the pharmacy networks Eurovaistinė in Lithuana. Its products are classified into:

-  Skin and hair cosmetics (facial skin care, hair care, body skin care, cosmetics for men and home spa)

-  Decorative cosmetics (facials, eye measures, tools for nails, accessories and perfumes)

-  Vitamins and supplements (well-being, vitamins and minerals, for beauty and sport, family and tea and specialised food)

-  Hygiene (women’s hygiene, oral hygiene, adult nursing and family planning)

-  Medical devices and techniques (diagnosis tests, orthopedic goods, optical goods, pharmacy and emergency aids)

- Prescription drugs (pharmacies only)

Eurovaistinė Lithuana has its private labels in the skin and cosmetics range like:

- Eurocare marigold ointment

- Eurocare travel pack set

- Eurocare zinc oxide

Apart from the skin and cosmetic range. Eurovaistinė has most of its brands in the medical and techniques range for e.g:

- Eurocare mustard twigs

- Eurocare patch set sensitive

- Eurocare callipers

- Eurocare antibacterial hand gel

Most information about its product can be found on its wellness magazine Eurovaistinė.

The promotions of Eurovaistinė Lithuania are done online only and can be accessed through the site: https://www.eurovaistine.lt/

In 2016, Euroapotheca had 265 pharmacies in Lithuania.  

In 2017,  Euroapotheca turnover in Lithuania was EUR 239.4 million.

Founded in 2001, Euroaptieka managed by Euroapotheca UAB opened a first pharmacy in Riga. Indeed, Euroapotheca UAB manages the pharmaceuticals sector in countries like Poland, Lithuania, Latvia and Estonia.

The pharmacy retail chain serves more than 10,000 buyers on a daily basis. In the year 2001 a pharmacy was opened in the Maxima Store, which at that time was an innovative approach to customers. The aim was to open a pharmacy in a place always full of people. And by 2011 40 pharmacies were opened across the country. Showing the extent at which Euroaptieka in Latvia progressed.

The advantages that Euroaptieka proposes are :

1. IT operated systems
2. Updated marketing approach
3. Years of experience in the pharmaceutical sector
4. Quick adustment to any change in the market
5. A strong presence and reputation of the company

Euroapteek is a pharmacy chain which has been established in the year 2004. The headquarters is based in Tallinn, Estonia. The firm operates 73 pharmacies across the country.

The retailer provides a wide assortment of goods under the following category:

• Personal care (medicines, face creams, deodorants, baby diapers, etc…)

Furthermore, the company provides its loyal customers with an Euro card with which they receive discount on more than 300 products monthly.

The main aim of Euroapteek Estonia is to serve at its best the customers through carefully selected medicines. The company provides high quality pharmaceutical services through prescribed and non prescribed medicines.

The firm generated a total revenue of 46 million euros. There are 418 dedicated employees  working hard for the business.  

Established in the year 2001 in Poland and managed by the international Euro Holding Apotheca. Euro apteka Poland now owns 84 pharmacies in which 5 are franchised.

The size of the pharmacies ranges from 40 square meters to 900 square meters.

The products that are provided by Euro apteka are categorized as follows :

• Health care products
• Cosmetics
• Personal hygiene products

Whole Foods entered Canada in 2002 in Toronto with 9 stores. Today it possess 467 stores all over canada.

Also considered as America’s healthiest grocery store, Whole Foods is the first certified organic grocer in United States that offers a variety of exclusive foods without:

• artificial preservatives
• Colors
• flavors
• sweeteners
• hydrogenated fats

The company also proposes private labelled products:

• 365 Everyday Value

365 Everyday Value are natural & organic products at very affordable prices. It offers a whole range of whole grain flours and shade-grown coffee to organic milk and frozen veggies.

Engine 2 Plant-Strong contains

• Zero animal fats
• No added oils
• 100% whole grain
• Minimal added sugar

Whole Foods Market Brand

Whole Foods Market develops the most unique and exquisite products from small batch, artisan recipes to exotic flavors.

Whole Trade

Whole Trade offers high quality and 3rd-Party certified seasonal products.

The company also offers the facility to shop online.

Whole Foods Market exposes only quality standards products and USDA-certified organic foods that aim to be environmentally friendly and ecologically responsible.

Recently one the largest group in United States, Amazon, has bought Wholefoods in June 2017, but the stores will still continue to operate under the same name and its founder Mr John Mackey will still stay on the lead as CEO of Whole Foods.

Hakmar was launched in Turkey in 2007. The first branch was opened in Pendik Esenyalı as HAKMAR Mağazacılık in discount store sector unlike HAKMAR Gıda and HAKMAR Mağazacılık they have their warehouses and central offices.

Hakmar sells more than 15.000 products in diffrent sku's and operates as a subsidiary of Hakmar group.

Hakmar also operates in the process of transformation and development. In this context, work has been initiated by the conclusion of the ISO 9001:2000 certification of quality of service objectives are to perform.

Newrest Algeria has been present in Algeria since 2006 and is specialised in sectors like restaurants, airports, schools and remote sites. With a dedicated team of 1011 employees, Newrest Algeria serves more than 15000 meals daily across the country.

The business operations of Newrest Algeria are geographically segmented as follows:

• Cafeterias & restaurants concessions - in Alger
• Restauration - across the country in Alger, Boumerdès & Oran
• Remote sites - In Hassi-Messaoud, Adrar, Timimoun, Saïda, El-bayad, Regan, In-Salah et In-Amenas

In the sector of restaurants concessions, the revenue increased by 3% which is possibly due to a progress in the product offer and the commercial strategy between the customs-free zone and the customs zone.

Founded in 1986, QVC France is a television shopping channel and also the world leader in the distribution beauty & personal care products present in the following countries:

• United States
• Germany
• United Kingdom
• Italy
• China
• Japan
• la France

More than 1000 brands are sold worldwide such as: GHD, Tarte, Canon, Samsung, etc...

QVC France is owned by Liberty Interactive, in July 2017, the latter announced the acquisition (62% owned).  

As a result, Liberty Interactive sold its non-retail business and renamed as Qurate Retail, Inc.

QVC started to broadcast its channel in August 2015, in France. Today the company has approximately 10 million customers worldwide and a big range of 170 millions of products ranging from fashion to jewelry to cosmetics or home. The United States represented the largest market for the year of 2014 with a revenue of $ 5.8 billion.

One of the asset for customers to shop with QVC is :

Today’s Special Value

This concept of QVC offers its customers 1 exclusive product offer in Beauty, Jewelry, Home, Fashion, Kitchen for 24 hours only  at the best prices

QVC allows its customers a 30 days delay to exchange or return their items due to dissatisfaction or any other valid reasons.

QVC France is broadcasted on the following free channel in more than 22 million household:

• Channel 36
• Fransat channel 70
• Orange TV channel 205
• Canal channel 77
• Bouygues Telecom channel 230

They offer premium customer services such as: "call for free on a 7/7 basis as from 8h - 22h".

QVC focuses on a unique commercial approach based on high-quality customer service, total transparency in product demonstrations and brand information. Moreover the company puts forward preferential prices and a strong relationship of trust with its customers.

In the financial year 2016, the firm achieved a turnover of 5 million euros. The company employs 170 people in the business.

QVC France has closed its activities on March 2019; the company is no longer active.

We are ProCare Ltd based in Hameenlinna , Finland. We are member of Tradekey.com since April, 2008. Our business is related to Beauty & Personal Care industry and we specifically deal in Denture care products, pocket flosser, whitening products.Since 1 August, ProCare is an exclusive distributor of the Finnish brand HUR in the Netherlands.

Pharm & You France is a pharmacies network. The pharmacy is all about proximity retail that serves 4 millions customers daily. Pharm & You stresses on 2 major factors:

• A portfolio of services

• A commercial approach

Pharm & You differs from other pharmacies through its :

• Purchasing structure

• Economic strategy

Indeed, to be closer to the consumers, Pharm & You has identified different professions through its territorial zones :

• City - Pharm & You market

• Mall - Pharm & You market

• Semi-urban - Pharm & You express

• Rural - Pharm & You contact

Overall, Pharm & You is a banner that boosts the performance of independant pharmacies. Allying ''selling out'' strategy to promote sales, Pharm & You regroups leading commercial partners hence having competitive products references.

Feelunique France is a beauty care retailer which launched in France in 2016 by acquiring the perfumery chain, Parfumeries Rive Droite. The company is part of Feelunique International, which is owned by Palamon Capital Partners. It is recognised as the largest online retailer across Europe.

Feelunique France manages 4 stores in the country and also runs an online store. The stores consist of a perfume shop, beauty parlour and a hair salon. 

There are around 35 000 references in Feelunique France’s portfolio.

Moreover, Feelunique France promotes its products by collaboration with social media influencers. 

In 2018, Feelunique France was reported to achieve a turnover of €7.9 million and employed 20 people.

A wide range of products in the personal care category are offered by Feelunique France such as fragrances, skincare, make up and many more.

There are currently over 500 niche brands, spa and salon brands as well as digital brands available such as Pureology, Decleor, He-Shi, L’Oreal Paris, Elizabeth Arden and Blinc. 

Feelunique France imports its products from Switzerland, UK, USA and many more.

Feelunique France manages 1 warehouse in the country and delivers orders promptly to Monaco, Corsica and countrywide. Free delivery is offered for all purchases exceeding €50.

The online shop of Feelunique France is accessible on www.feelunique.com

Alliance Healthcare France was launched as Alliance Sante France in 1991 by ERPI Holding company, providing cosmetics and healthcare items. However, the companies behind Alliance Healthcare France have been operating since 1835. 

As from 2007, the business started operating under the name Alliance Healthcare France. Alliance Healthcare France is a member of Walgreens Boots Alliance.

Alliance Healthcare France has over 33500 references.

Alliance Healthcare France offers a range of products in the personal care category that includes face care, skincare, cosmetics, etc. 

Alliance Healthcare France provides a number of products from Walgreens Boots Alliance. They are:

• Almus: a range of medicines

• YourGoodSkin: a brand of skincare products targeted at women

• Alvita: a brand featuring baby care, baby care, orthopaedics products, etc.

Alliance Healthcare France has 9 regional logistic platforms and a fleet of 850 vehicles deal with the delivery. 

Alliance Healthcare France is ISO 9001:2015 certified.

Alliance Healthcare France supports EORTC Charitable Trust which carries out research to find treatments for cancer. 

Alliance Healthcare France has also taken measures like reducing waste, recycling and controlling energy consumption in order to be more sustainable. 

Birchbox United Kingdom is a subsidiary of Birchbox, an American beauty box company which was established in 2010 by Katia Beauchamp and Hayley Barna. The company is known for its surprise beauty boxes which consist of 5 beauty products for a monthly subscription of €16.3 and it also sells full-size products. Birchbox is recognised as the UK's number 1 beauty box.

Furthermore, Birchbox was launched in the UK in 2013 and opened its first pop up store in London. 

200 000 people are subscribed to Birchbox United Kingdom.

In 2020, Birchbox United Kingdom achieved a turnover of €25 million 

Birchbox United Kingdom offers products in the personal care category which consist of skincare products, perfumes, cosmetics, etc. 

In addition, the firm provides organic products as well.

Over 800 brands including NARS, Akane, Balance Me and D’Orleac, partners with Birchbox United Kingdom. The company imports its products from France, USA, Italy and many more.

Birchbox United Kingdom has developed its own brand, Birchbox, which offers loungewear and accessories.

Moreover, Birchbox United Kingdom delivers to its customers in the UK and Ireland.

Birchbox United Kingdom makes use of recycled packaging to help reduce waste.

The online shop of Birchbox United Kingdom is accessible on www.birchbox.com

Blivakker was founded in Norway in 2007. The company specialises in personal care products which are sold through its online and physical stores. Brandsdal Group is the parent company of Blivakker. 

Furthermore, Blivakker has expanded its business by launching branches in Denmark, Sweden, Finland, Germany, Austria and Poland.

Moreover, Blivakker offers over 18 000 references in the non-food category.

Over 1 million customers collaborate with Blivakker.

In 2019, Blivakker achieved a turnover of €44.9 million and there are 23 employees on its team.

Blivakker was voted as the People’s web favourite for 4 consecutive years and also won the Sarlandsbedrift of the year award. 

Products in the personal care category, which include hair care, makeup and fragrances, form part of Blivakker’s portfolio. 

Vegan products are available as well.

There are over 17 000 brands such as Dermalogica, Ralph Lauren, Biotherm, Clinique, The Ordinary and Elizabeth Arden, which can be found in both its online shop and stores. 

Blivakker imports its products from the USA, France, UK and many more.

The online shop of Blivakker can be accessed on www.blivakker.no

Previously known as Joliebox, this French startup caught the attention of Birchbox in 2011.

Birchbox France operates as an online shop and is known for its beauty box. In 2017, Birchbox opened its physical shop in Paris where expert salespersons can assist customers.

In 2020, the original founders purchased Birchbox France back from Birchbox. The founders decided to rename the business Blissim. 

Blissim is now a fully french-owned company that is still working with the same team and brand partners. 

The turnover for 2020 was € 50 million, indicating a growth of 25%. 

Under the personal care category, products such as hair care, skincare, face care, etc. can be found.

Some of the brands available include Kerastase Paris, Cacharel, Clarins, etc.

Blissim launched its own brand which is known as LOC (Love of Color) which includes a wide range of makeup products such as eyeshadows and lipsticks.

Blissim’s online shop is accessible on www.blissim.fr

UPDATES ON BLISSIM ON 10/06/2021

It was announced that the company will be venturing on the international market and plans to expand in European countries, starting with Germany, Italy, Scandinavia and Poland. 

In 2021, a new lab known as Beauty Story was launched in order to develop sustainable cosmetics and hair care products under Blissim’s private labels. So far there are 4 brands consisting of 13 references. These brands consist of 2 skincare lines and 2 hair care lines:

• Imparfaite: a line of face care, makeup, and skincare products
• Glime: a brand featuring face care products
• Morning Street: a brand of shampoo and conditioner
• Speciology: a line of hair care items specifically designed for damaged hair

House of Fraser (HOF) is a well-known chain of departmental stores based in the UK since 1849. Founded by Hugh Fraser and James Arthur, HOF started as a drapery store and expanded significantly by taking over several businesses including Dingles Group, Dickins & Jones, Rackhams & Cavendish House, etc. 

Nowadays HOF owns 44 stores and in 2007, the company launched its online shop.

At present, the firm employs 18068 employees and in 2016, HOF achieved a turnover of € 981 million. 

HOF is looking for products in the personal care category which include Perfumery, Hair Care, Makeup and Skincare. 

Brands such as Aveda, Aramis, Laura Mercier, MAC, NARS, Yves Saint Laurent, Benefit and many more high-end labels are available

HOF’s online store is available on www.houseoffraser.co.uk

A&D Pharma Holdings is a large Romanian pharmaceutical group which was established in 1994, providing private labels as well as brands. It is the only Romanian business which was listed on the London Stock Exchange. A&D Pharma Holdings is owned by Dr. Max Group. 

The group operates through the following companies: 

• Sensiblu: with more than 2,500,000 customers, Sensiblu works with more than 3000 pharmacies and pharmaceutical specialists
• Mediplus: It was initially the distribution line of the pharmaceutical company and is now on the verge to become a complete portfolio vendor.
• Dr. Max: a chain of pharmacies

Moreover, the company and its subsidiaries handle import, sale, marketing, retail and wholesale distribution of pharmaceutical products nationwide.

In 2019, the firm reached a turnover of € 1 billion. A&D Pharma Holdings employs around 5000 people. 

Since 2002, A&D Pharma Holdings has been operating the Sensitive Foundation which works for the welfare of disadvantaged communities. The foundation works on programmes such as the Blue House programme for victims of domestic violence and a mobile medical van offering health services to isolated places in the Apuseni Mountains.

Sensiblu is a subsidiary of A&D Pharma Holdings and possesses a network of pharmacies. The company distributes pharmaceutical products across Romania, accounting for over 400 pharmacies.

Sensiblu's turnover for the year 2017 was € 354 million.

The company has been on the market since 1997, with a first opening of pharmacy, that same year and now has 1 million active members. Moreover, it was ranked 5th among the most valuable Romanian brands in 2006 and 2009 it won the Superbrand award in Romania. Furthermore, Sensiblu was in the Top 10 list of Consumer superbrands in 2010.

The company is looking for products under the personal care category which includes skincare and face care products.

The pharmacy chain was even among the first to introduce branded dermocosmetic products.

Some of the famous brands distributed by Sensiblu pharmacies are: Dr Hart, Anima, L'occitane, Melvita, L'erbolaria, Iwhite, Biosilk, Apivita, Oxyance, Herbosophy, Imacul'eau, Dermalin, Batiste, Splat, Trussa, Dr. Organic, ETC;

In 2011, Sensiblu hit 1 million dollars of profits following the acquisition of 90 City pharma pharmacies. The innovative side has always been part of their habits since, they were the first to introduce customer loyalty system in pharmacies.

In 2016, Sensiblu purchased 78 recipe pharmacies from Polisano a group controlled by Remus Borza.

Massarella United Kingdom provides catering services to: 

1. Cafés & restaurants
2. Shopping malls
3. Garden centres 
4. Department & retail stores

The company has a portfolio of  own brands and they are as follows:

• Caffé Massarella - Italian caffé, comprising of italian food trends as well.
• Angelica’s Tea & Cake - Tearoom concept, providing tea & cake.
• Caffe Botanico - Mediterranean caffé, consisting of prosecco drinks as well as italian sandwiches and salad bar.
• Wild Mint - Partnering with House of Fraser, the caffé provides personalised service and a menu. 
• Café Zest - Self service restaurant in House of Fraser stores.

TJX Europe is an American off-price retailer specialising in apparel, cosmetics and home products. The business is owned by TJX Companies, who entered Europe in 1994 by setting up stores in the UK and Ireland. Currently, TJX Europe operates over 500 TK Maxx stores and more than 40 Homesense stores in Europe.

The company owns several subsidiaries in Europe such as TK Maxx and Homesense. Moreover, TJX Europe also owns international stores such as Marshalls, Winners, Home Goods, etc. 

The business runs online shops as well as a mobile phone application for TK Maxx since 2009. 

With a workforce of 33,000 people, the firm achieved a turnover of € 682.83 million in 2020.

TJX Europe offers products in the following categories:

• Personal Care: skincare, hair care, makeup, fragrances, etc.
• Household: scented candles, dishwash, and other products. 

Concerning logistics, in 2021, TJX Europe opened a new headquarters, equipped with all the modern amenities and technologies, in Watford. Moreover, the stores receive deliveries from more than 20,000 suppliers across the globe. 

Furthermore, the company is seeking producers who have a big range of products in the wine & spirits category. The firm is interested in buying French, Spanish, and Portuguese wines, spirits, and beers, ciders, and seltzers which have nice and trendy packaging. TJX Europe is also looking for products from the personal care category such as vitamin C supplements with collagen, 

TJX Europe also takes its social responsibilities seriously and has adopted several measures to contribute to the society. For instance, through its charity partners, its no-fur rule, its green initiatives, etc. 

Lulu Hypermarket was established in 2000 by Yusuff Ali M.A and is headquartered in Abu Dhabi, UAE. It is owned by the parent company Lulu Group International.

Lulu Hypermarket consists of 194 stores operating in the Middle East and Asia under the following banners

• LuLu Hypermarket
• LuLu Express
• Lulu Center 

Lulu Hypermarket's turnover is around € 24.5 million. 

Furthermore, its products categories include:

• Personal Care: oral care, hair care, skincare, etc.
• Household: cleaners, disposables, laundry care, etc.
• Frozen Food: seafood, ready-meals, ice cream, etc.
• Savory Grocery: pasta, hot sauce, canned food, etc.
• Sweet Grocery: coffee, tea biscuit, cupcake vanilla, etc.
• Chilled & Fresh Food: samosa, beef burger, wheat paratha, etc.
• Dairy: cheese, full cream milk, pure ghee, etc.
• Drinks: basil seed drink, drinking water, mango drink, etc.

Additionally, its own brands are known as:

• Lulu: Under this brand, products such as ice cream, fish filet, coffee, rice, etc,.. are sold.
• Ikon: The products that are sold in this brand are electronic products such as tablets, fan, calculator, etc...

UPDATES ON LULU HYPERMARKET ON 26/10/2020

Lulu Hypermarket announced its intention to operate a total of 300 stores in India by 2020. 

At present, Lulu Hypermarket is looking for products for its private labels in the following categories:

• Personal Care: hair care, makeup, skincare, oral care, etc.
• Household: shoe care, laundry care, air freshener, etc. 

Launched in 2010 in France, Vapiano is a German restaurant chain which started operating in 2002. Vapiano now has several restaurants across the world. In 2020, the Czech company, Love & Food Restaurant, took over the Vapiano business following which Salvatore Perri bought 100% of the shares of Vapiano France and Luxembourg.

Moreover, Vapiano currently owns 32 restaurants in France and plans to double its presence countrywide. In August 2021, the company opened an outlet in Bordeaux Lac. 

With around 756 employees, the firm achieves a turnover of € 133.11 million. 

Additionally, in 2020, Vapiano France won the HR Creativity award. 

The restaurant offers various Italian meals such as salads, pizzas, risotto and soups. Every meal is freshly prepared.

Furthermore, Vapiano France is looking for suppliers that can cater for the firm’s private labels. Vapiano is interested in products in the following categories:

• Frozen Foods: salmon, seafood
• Dairy: Italian cheese, milk, whipped cream
• Chilled Food: fruits, vegetables, bread, charcuterie

The firm has also shown an interest in those suppliers which provide innovative and clean packaging.

Momentum Services operates the catering part mainly on trains (high-speed ones). Indeed, the foodservice is recognised as the caterer for Eurostar trains.

Founded in 2000, Momentum services is a subsidiary of Cremonini group and the company's business operations entail in the retail sale of prepared foods and drinks.

In 2006, 1.5 million meals were served by the caterer for business class and leisure while the standard class have ready meals, drinks and meals available on purchase.

Momentum Services works through a joint venture between Cremonini Spa (51%) and the SSP Financing UK Ltd (49%) to deliver catering services to the high-speed trains (Eurostar) encompassing the following destinations:

• London
• Ebbsfleet (from November 2007)
• Ashford
• Paris
• Brussels
• Lille
• Calais
• Disneyland Paris
• Avignon
• French Alps

Established in 1997, Bagel Factory is a foodservice company operating a restaurant chain mostly at major travel hubs. Its headquarters is based in London, United Kingdom. The company is a subsidiary of Italy’s largest meat products group, Cremonini S.p.A. 

Presently, the business operates 18 outlets across the country and manages an e-commerce platform as well. 

In the financial year 2020, Bagel Factory achieved a turnover of € 1.6 million and currently employs more than 51 people. 

In addition, Bagel Factory offers a variety of products in the following categories:

• Chilled & fresh: cakes, bagels, coffee, etc. 
• Drinks: soft drinks, juices, water. 

Brands such as Innocent, Coca Cola, Lavazza and many more are endorsed by the firm. Besides, the enterprise caters for consumers with specific food needs as it offers a line of vegan, vegetarian, lactose-free, gluten-free and many other products. 

Pertaining to its logistics solutions, the foodservice partnered with Uber Eats in order to manage its food deliveries for the online shop. 

The company became the first UK chain to offer bagels with vegan cream cheese in 2017. 

Additionally, the business joined forces with food app “Too Good To Go” in November 2020 in order to fight food waste. 

Furthermore, in March 2022, Bagel Factory partnered with Sprint Group to improve the flow and design of the counter in the recently-acquired site at Arndale Centre. 

Bagel Factory announced that it will be opening a new outlet in 2022 at Eldon Square which will create at least 8 jobs. Moreover, with this new opening, the firm aims to attract young people, students, office workers as well as families around the centre of Newcastle. 

Concerning sustainability, Bagel factory makes use of biodegradable and recyclable materials in its business operations in order to reduce its carbon footprint. 

The company’s online shop can be accessed on: https://www.bagelfactory.co.uk/order 

Amazon Europe is a subsidiary of Amazon, one of the world’s leading E-commerce platforms. The company is an online retailer and its European headquarter is located in Luxembourg.

Amazon entered Europe in 1998 by launching 2 E-commerce platforms in the UK and Germany. Nowadays, the company is recognised as one of the biggest e-commerce companies countrywide. Moreover, Amazon Europe is now present in many countries which include UK, Germany, Italy, Spain, Luxembourg and the Netherlands, as well as Sweden which was established in 2020. The following year, Amazon Europe launched in, Poland.

Recently, Amazon has launched Amazon Prime in Luxembourg which is a payable service (monthly fee) that gives access to next day delivery as well as unlimited streaming. It was reported that Amazon Prime Video has nearly 5.96 million subscribers in the United Kingdom.

In addition, the firm also launched AmazonFresh, a food delivery service in Europe, starting from the UK in 2016, then Berlin, Potsdam and Hamburg a year later and finally in 2021,  Italy and Spain.

In 2017, Amazon Business, a marketplace, was established in the UK, Germany, France, Italy and Spain.

Half of the items sold on Amazon's website are from SMEs that offer their products on Amazon Marketplace.

Moreover, Amazon Europe shipped over 1 billion items to its clients across the continent.

The company achieved a turnover of €44 billion in 2020. Currently, Amazon Europe employs over 250 000 persons and during the festive season when customers shop more, the company employs temporary staff in order to manage the warehouse effectively.

Amazon Europe has been awarded with the Top Employer 2021 certificate.

Amazon Europe offers various categories of products and wishes to partner with suppliers for the following categories:

• Sweet Grocery: chocolate, jams, cereals, etc
• Savory Grocery: oil, vinegar, pasta
• Drinks: water, juice, health and energy drinks.
• Personal Care:  baby care products, hair care, skin care, fragrances, etc

The company also sources products which are gluten-free, vegan, dairy-free, organic, sugar-free and works with suppliers who abide by fair trade guidelines.

Amazon Europe has partnered with various brands which include L’Oreal, Dove, Nivea, Neom,LaVazza, Belvita, Doritos and Heinz.

The firm is sourcing products for its own labels for products such as herbs, crisps, ready-meals, oils, etc. The focus is on organic items. 

Amazon Europe has a network of 31 logistic centres across Europe.

Moreover, Amazon Europe is determined to promote sustainability as they launched the Frustration-Free packaging program. Through this action, it is easier for customers to remove their products from the packaging. Till date, this particular program has benefited the planet as over 50 million pounds of excess packaging has diminished.

Since the company has started to use double decker trucks rather than conventional trucks, they were able to reduce traffic by 250 runs a year thus reducing 40% of ejected gas emissions.

Nitrazdroj can be defined as a food network within the wholesale and retail food sector in the Slovakian market. Owned by CBA, the general retail chains has over 500 collaborators and has its business activities across 8 towns in Slovakia.

The company is segmented into retail and discount stores wherein several ranges of products and brands can be found.

The products available at Nitrazdroj are comprised of:

• Chilled and fresh
• Grocery
• Frozen
• Dairy
• Drinks
• Personal care
• Organic

The supermarket chain provides brands such as:

• Dr Oatker
• Nutella
• Fa
• Maggi
• Tento
• Bambino
• Nescafé
• Pepsi
• Magnum
• Jack Daniels

The company also supports local companies hence local products also can be found on the shelves.

Established in 1998, Metro markets Egypt is a retail chain headquartered in Cairo, Egypt. It is a subsidiary of Al Mansoor Trading group.  

Currently, it operates 48 stores as well as an online shop. 

The business achieves a turnover of €1.3 billion and employs more than 400 employees. 

Metro markets Egypt provides various products under different categories such as:     

• Savory grocery: pasta, rice, sandwich, etc.  
• Sweet grocery: chocolate, cookies, cakes, etc.
• Frozen: ice cream, fish, meat, etc.
• Fresh and chilled: fruits, vegetables, salmon, etc.
• Dairy: milk, butter, cheese, etc.
• Drinks: energy drinks, juice, water, etc.
• Household: detergents, fabric softeners, cleaning products, etc.
• Personal care: facial care, hair care, body care, etc.

It also offers organic products under different brands like:

• Isis: an extensive range of tea.
• Imtenan: turmeric powder, olive oil, peanut oil, etc.
• Rude health: a range of milk. 

Furthermore, it has developed its private label ‘Metro’ which consists of products like juice. olives, fries, pepper, salt and many more. 

It is important to know that the company aims to open over 96 stores worldwide.     

Regarding its logistics solutions,  Metro markets Egypt manages a central warehouse and its products are delivered by its own fleet of vehicles. 

Its online store can be accessed on: https://www.metro-markets.com/   

Founded in 1992, Eurest Hungary is managed by Compass group. Eurest is known for its catering services which can be found in various institution types such as:

• Hospitals
• Offices
• Educational organisation
• Social institutions
• Factories
• Sports facilities
• Older people institutions

The firm is able to serve 25,000,000 guests yearly and 40,000 portion of hot food a day. To put forward their food and services quality, Eurest owns the following certifications:

• ISO 9001
• ISO 14001
• ISO 22000
• OHSAS 18001

Services they provide are segmented into 2:

1. Meals
2. Facility management

Meals includes the following components:

Restaurants, cafés, in room service and event organisation, breakfast organisation, pantry, moving buffet, machine operation, food delivery, guidance and investment.

While facility management is composed of the following services:

• Horticulture
• Outdoor cleaning
• Internal cleaning
• Technical operation
• Plant care
• Reception service
• Posting
• Waste management

Shanghai Yonghui Yunchuang Zhongcheng Network Technology is a subsidiary of Yonghui superstores a retail group based in China. The company is specialised in supply chain and logistics services, dealing with all fresh produce of Yonghui superstores.

It was recently announced that Tencent an investment company, will have 15% stake in Yonghui supply chain and logistics.

The leading foodservice provider, Eurest Poland is a proud subsidiary of the International Compass Group which has over 70 years of expertise in the restaurant and catering services. The company was founded in 1993 (Poland), and has approximately over 900 employees. Its aim is to become world-class contract food services, which is why it strives towards healthy eating lifestyle and flexibility towards food delivery.

Eurest Poland offers high standard of food quality which meets the Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP), Good Hygiene Practice (GHP), and follows the HACCP system. Consequently, it has attracted many customers from office buildings, industrial plants, educational institutions and hospitals. Currently it serves over 25,000 dinners on a daily basis.

     The company excels in providing a wide range of dining services, notably:

• Sandwich to desk service
• Breakfast and coffee service
• Restaurant and kitchen management
• Catering services for business meetings, conferences, banquets and team bonding event
• Nutrition in schools and hospitals

     In addition, the food service provider assists in:

• Minor maintenance and repair
• Designing kitchen facilities and dining area
• Green areas maintenance
• Potted flowers maintenance
• Service desk and mailroom
• Advising on the form of co-financing meals

Subway is a franchised restaurant specialised in submarine sandwiches and salads. Subway is present through approximately 2000 stores in the United Kingdom.

The firm achieved a turnover of €575 million in 2016.

Their menu offers a wide choice including:

• Breakfast
• Side drinks & extras
• Salads
• Bread
• Toppings

The quick service restaurant plans to have 3000 stores in both the United Kingdom and Ireland by 2020. Moreover the 2500th store was recently opened in the United Kingdom which has strengthen the latter’s position on the market.

Poundland is a discount retailer which founded in April 1990 by Dave Dodd and Steven Smith who came up with a successful concept of  selling its products for  £1 through its 900 stores across Europe. However, the company decided to sell its products costing more than £1 from the mid 2010s onwards.

Its first store was opened in the Octagon centre, Burton with 624 products, and today Poundland sells a range of about 3500 products of which 1000 are branded products with the majority being food and drink. The retail company has expanded into the mainland Europe (Ireland; Isle of Man) under the name of Dealz, and currently is part of the Steinhoff International family operating in Australasia, Africa and the United States, besides Europe.

Its product stock is divided into 3 categories described as: Ongoing core lines (products bought direct from the manufacturer), seasonal ranges or clearance stock, whereby 10,000 new products are featured annually. Its product categories include: food & drink; health & beauty; home & pet; leisure & entertainment; leisure & entertainment; toys; stationery & crafts; party & celebrations.

The food & drink section consists of grocery, sweets & snacks, soft drinks, chocolate, cakes, biscuits and hot drinks. Health & beauty has make-up gallery, haircare, toiletries, healthcare, dental, baby, beauty & skincare. The home & pet section includes: back to uni kitchen( food preparation tableware, etc), around the home (storage, home accessories), household accessories, pets & animals, and cleaning. The leisure & entertainment consists of DIY, entertainment, batteries CDs, DVDs (A-Z & by genre), toys, play & learn, dolls & figures, soft toys, disney frozen, star wars. Some of the brands that the company sells are: Kelloggs, Nestle, Belvita, Uncle Ben’s Express/Special, Felizzano, Malibu products, Colgate, Pedigree, Tommy Walsh, just to mention a few.  Additionally, it has its own private label known as ‘Twin Peaks’ Chocolate bar.

To meet its operational difficulties, Poundland has an office in Hong Kong in view to support product sourcing and operations in UK. It has a distribution centre of a 300,000 square feet (28,000 m2). In 2016, it was observed that approximately 7 million customers (mostly working class females) shopped in Poundland every week. It is also interesting to note that the company was named as ‘Discount Retailer of the Year’ in 2015.

Ledo Montenegro is part of Ledo, the largest producer and distributor of industrial ice cream and frozen foods in South Central Europe. Ledo Montenegro is owned by Fortenova Group (which was previously known as Agrokor). The business started operating in 1965 when the ice-cream plant, Ledo, was established in Croatia.  .

Furthermore, Ledo Montenegro has clients such as Voli, HD Lakovic, Aroma, etc, and occupies more than 2,000 points of sale. 

In 2006, the company took over Montenegrin ice cream brand, Sun.

Currently, Ledo Montenegro employs 91 people.

Several products are available in the frozen food category such as ice cream, seafood, pastries, dough, ready meals, meat, etc.

Ledo Montenegro endorses brands which include Tiger, Macho, King, etc.  

Moreover, the firm has certificates such as HACCP,  BRC, IFS, Kosher, ISO 9001:2008, etc.  

Concerning the logistics, Ledo Montenegro manages 2500 refrigeration units all over Montenegro as well as 30 new refrigerated trucks with the latest IT equipment.

Additionally, Ledo Montenegro is interested in products for the frozen food category. The company is looking for brands as well as suppliers who can cater for Ledo Montenegro’s private labels. 

Paul UK operates as a subsidiary of Paul foodservice. The company is a French company but can be found in other countries as well. In fact, it was initiated in London in 2000. Paul is known as a producer and supplier of bakery products providing different products such as bread, pastries, platters, viennoiserie, cakes, tarts etc. It also extends its activity range by supplying the catering sector including:

• Corporate meetings
• Parties
• Special occasions

Presently, the United Kingdom counts 36 shops located mainly in Central London. In 2016, Paul UK experienced an increase in its turnover and revenue. Indeed with an increase of 12.3%, the turnover attained 32.3 million pounds.

Recently 2 new bakeries emerged in Notting Hill Gate and Earl’s court and plans of 5 more outlets are to be seen, following the refurbishment of 11 stores.

Convergence Achats is an importer for the HoReCa sector. Launched in 2002, the business sources food and beverages for its clients in the HoReCa sector. Convergence Achats is owned by Groupe Flo and Disney Land Paris. 

What was initially supposed to be only a purchasing group gradually became a service provider as well. Indeed, the firm now expands its services to menu modification, client orientation to a particular product type and even packaging and tableware.

Convergence Achats’s clients include Relais & Château, Partouche, HD DInners, Planet Sushi, Berresto, etc. 

Each year Convergence Achats purchases products for a value of € 220 million. The firm organises tastings and product presentations at its clients restaurants. 

In 2018, Concergence Achats reached a turnover of € 3.2 million. 

Convergence Achats offers products in the following categories:

• Sweet Grocery
• Savoury Grocery
• Chilled & Fresh Food
• Dairy
• Frozen Food

Concerning logistic measures, Convergence Achats since 2016, has been working on a better platform with the support of different partners to find the most suitable one. Their partnership with France Frais has helped in economic gain with regards to clients and suppliers proximity hence a better service quality. Nowadays, Convergence Achats handles over 6000 deliveries each week.

Convergence Achats sources products from various parts of the world. There are experienced buyers who are specialised in each category and who have a good knowledge of the market and distribution channels. 

Convergence Achats works with over 600 suppliers.

In order to make sure that quality standards are maintained, Convergence Achats has its own hygiene and quality department which regularly inspect the suppliers’ facilities. Furthermore an independent laboratory audits the suppliers.