Founded in 2015, Kraft Heinz Company is a widely recognised American multinational food producer. Its headquarters is based in Chicago, United States. The company is one of the largest food and beverage companies in the world with products produced and marketed in over 40 countries. 

Furthermore, the business operates 56 office locations across 25 countries. As of 2020, Kraft Heinz has 78 factories, 5,550 ingredient and packaging suppliers and 210 external manufacturers around the world. 

In the financial year 2021, the company generated a turnover of € 23 billion and employed 38,000 people.  

Moreover, the firm gained recognition through ProFood World by winning the “Manufacturing Innovation Award” in 2021. 

Kraft Heinz provides a wide range of goods under the following categories:

• Sweet grocery: puddings, marshmallows, coffee, etc. 
• Savoury grocery: sauces, snacks, condiments, etc. 
• Dairy: cream cheese and cheese. 
• Frozen: meat, potato chips, desserts, etc. 
• Drinks: a range of juices. 

The company is mostly known through its brands which includes Kraft, ABC, Capri sun, Classico, Jell-O, Kool-Aid, Lunchables, Maxwell house, Ore-ida, Oscar Mayer, Philadelphia, Plasmon, Quero, Weight Watchers, Velveeta etc. 

In order to maintain the highest quality standards, the company obtained certifications such as RSPO, GFSI, HACCP, etc. 

Pertaining to its logistics solutions, the co-packer operates more than 80 distribution centres and has a fleet of electric vehicles which is a 100% emission-free transportation service. 

Concerning sustainability, the firm reduced water use intensity by 2.8% for all its sites and by 5.2% in high-risk watershed areas. Besides, in 2020, Kraft Heinz increased its use of recyclable plastic for its packaging.

Unilerver Italy is a co-packer, having 5 manufacturing plants. Based in Rome, Unilever is regarded as one of the most important companies with regards to advertising investments. Indeed 99.5% of purchasing managers buy Unilever products.

The penetration in the Italian market was done gradually through the initiation of international brands in Italy. Pertaining to food market in Italy, the well known brands are:

• Lipton
• Knorr
• Calvé
• Algida
• Magnum
• Carte d’or

And in the personal care sector, the following brands are put forward:

• Dove
• Ax
• Mentadent
• Sunsilk
• Clear
• Cif
• Coccolino
• Lysoform
• Svelto

Now, Unilever provides 1100 product references in the grocery section, totalising 1650 references.

Founded 70 years ago, Unilever Portugal is a co-packer operating in the FMCG sector. Its headquarters is based in Lisbon, Portugal. The company is a subsidiary of the British multinational consumer goods company, Unilever plc. 

In the financial year 2019, Unilever Portugal achieved a turnover of €108 million. 

The enterprise offers a wide range of products in the following categories:

• Personal care: deodorants, shampoos, lotions, etc. 
• Household: cleaning supplies. 
• Savoury grocery: soups and other snacks. 
• Drinks: juices, energy drinks, soft drinks, etc. 

Brands such as Domestos, Dove, Comfort, Rexona, Seventh Generation, Linic, Cif, Tresemme, Vaseline, Lipton, Hellmann’s and many others are endorsed by the firm. 

Unilever Portugal maintains the highest quality standards as it is certified by FSSC 22000, OHSAS 18001, PETA and many more. 

Pertaining to its logistics solutions, the co-packer operates 4 factories and has a fleet of vehicles readily available to ensure deliveries. 

According to MediaMonitor, Unilever Portugal was the biggest advertiser for the month of June 2022. In the same year, the enterprise faced antitrust charges from the Portuguese Competition Authority because it aligned the prices of its main products with 4 supermarket chains in the country. 

Moreover, in 2022, the firm announced its new and ambitious commitments about having a deforestation-free supply chain by 2023 and making all its products produce zero net emissions by 2039. 

Concerning sustainability, the company protects the environment by focusing on plant-based alternatives such as vegan foods and fossil-free cleaning products. Moreover, Unilever Portugal aims to reduce plastics and packaging, food waste and other waste from its factories. 

Founded in 1989, Unilever is a co-packer which is headquartered in Brussels, Belgium.

The firm has gained recognition through the Unilever Young Entrepreneurship Award 2018.

The business is interested in products in the following categories:

• Savory Grocery: herbs, spices, rice, pasta, pulses, soups, crisps, snacks, etc.
• Sweet Grocery: a variety of breakfast foods
• Frozen Food: frozen desserts, starters, snacks, etc.
• Chilled & Fresh Food: products such as snacks and ready meals
• Personal Care: a range of hygiene and personal care products
• Household: cleaning and home care products

The company is also looking for meat alternatives. Concerning bouillons, healthy snacks, soups and dressings, Unilever Belgium is looking for suppliers for its private label. The firm is interested in bouillon in liquid, cube and powder formats. 

Furthermore, the Belgian co-packer offers brands such a Becel, Ax, Dove, Knorr, Lipton, Ola, Signal, Zwan and Zwitsal. 

Bonduelle is a French company specializing in industrial processing and preservation of vegetables. The company was founded in 1853 and for the past 70 years Bonduelle expanded rapidly in the canned and frozen vegetables industry.

Their products are distributed to general retail chains, restaurants, catering businesses, etc. 

Bonduelle is engaged in the following business lines:

• Canned Vegetables
• Frozen Vegetables
• Processed and Fresh Vegetables

In January 2016, the co-packer inaugurated its innovation center in Saint-Priest whose activities were to test and adjust innovations.

As of January 2017, Bonduelle launched an online service which allows shoppers to have their purchases delivered at home.

In 2020, Bonduelle registered a turnover of € 2854.9 million which indicates an increase of 2.8% compared to 2019. 45.5% of this turnover was made in Europe. 

Due to the Covid-19 pandemic in 2020, the demand for Bonduelle’s canned foods rose by 9.1% and the demand for frozen products by 2.2%. 

Bonduelle employs 11000 persons. 

Bonduelle provides products in the following categories:

• Savory Grocery: a wide range of canned foods
• Frozen Food: vegetables
• Chilled & Fresh Food: vegetables, salads, ready meals, etc. 

The company offers several products under its own brands

Bonduelle

Being the name of the company itself enabling consumers to include vegetables in their meals on a daily basis is our way of steadily increasing their health, their pleasure and their respect for the environment.

Cassegrain

Cassegrain came in 1856, they can be easily found in stores thanks to their famous packaging.The mascot, the little white rabbit, was created in 1970: Cassegrain was finally founded! Bonduelle acquired the brand 29 years later.

Arctic Garden

Arctic is the number one frozen vegetables brand in Quebec, Canada. Their products meet the group’s nutritional requirements. The success is thanks to with large scale retailers and then consumers.

Globus

Globus was created in 1924 in Hungary, Globus is canned foods permanently high expectations in terms of quality. Globus is also considered as the most appreciated brand in the canned vegetable category (Bonduelle is No.1). 54% of consumers know of it.

VeggissiMmm

In March 2018, the firm launched a range of fresh and frozen meat substitutes such as vegetarian burgers and dumpling.

The company works with 3100 farmers and 128000 hectares of land are used to grow vegetables for the company.  There are 55 industrial sites in Europe, North America and South America. 95% of Bonduelle’s products are sourced in France itself. 

The vegetables are processed through the most delicate and finest way in a modern facility using all the latest technology equipment. The freshness of the vegetables are quality guaranteed as they are sealed using an innovative folding system. The frozen vegetables are stored in warehouses, in large containers at -18°C and transported also at the same temperature in lorries. 

UPDATES ON BONDUELLE ON 02/12/2020

The brand Bonduelle stood out on the list of opinion leaders published by Ultramedia. The list recognises the most influential brands in the agrifood industry in the world and Bonduelle was ranked first. 

Furthermore, in 2020, Bonduelle has started providing catered salads which contain no preservatives and only natural additives like citric acid are used if required. 

In November 2020 Bonduelle launched a new range of canned foods free from additives and which contains less salt and sugar. The products under this range are free from any pesticide residues. 

For 2021, Bonduelle is planning to release a new range of canned pulses.

The company is also encouraging farmers to use alternative farming methods that will eliminate the use of pesticides. By 2025, all farmers working with Bonduelle will stop using pesticides. 

Regarding the packaging, Bonduelle intends to replace plastic with cardboard packaging. The firm has partnered with Loop in order to develop a recycling project in 2021. 

For 2021, Bonduelle is currently sourcing products for its private labels in the frozen food category such as fruits and vegetables. 

Junomiss Cosmetics is an established cosmetics company in London, England. Independent retailer specialising in the sale of cosmetics. Beginning with just a few lipstick and mascara sale, the unique brand now brings beautifully handcrafted products to almost all countries around the world.

Junomiss professionally create fun and affordable face, eyes, lips and products using the latest bespoke cosmetics technology at some of the internationally recognized cosmetics laboratories in England. The company carefully source the best ingredients, natural butters and pure essential oils, and minimise our packaging as much as possible to ensure our little luxuries don’t hurt the planet, and only nourish and care for your skin .

Danone is a French multinational food-products corporation based in Paris. It has four business lines: Fresh Dairy products, Waters, Early Life Nutrition and Medical Nutrition. In the United States it is marketed as the Dannon Company.

Danone is present in over 130 markets and generated sales of €22.4 billion in 2015, with more than half in emerging countries. In 2015, Fresh dairy products represent 50% of the group's total sales, Early Life Nutrition 22%, Waters 21% and Medical Nutrition 7%.

With 16 brands present,France is for Danone the first country ranking in terms of contribution to 2014 sales (11% of the group's total turnover) withe 7500 employees and 12 plants. 

Updates on Danone

27/06/2018

Danone is currently looking for new suppliers and products. This are also interested in organic products as well.

Founded in 2006 by Leif and Kirsten Schmidt, Brand and Vision operates in the retail sector precisely dealing in the organic sector. The compay is specialist in creating organic products for babies, toddlers and children.

Hence lauching their private label ; Sesame Street. Sesame street is their own brands that are not only organic but also nutritional and well balanced. The products are ranged as follows:

• Fruit Puree
• Cookies & Biscuits 
• Fruit bars
• Pasta
• Baby tea

The products are distributed by the following distribution channels:

• Dm market
• Kaufland
• Rossmann
• Famila
• Budni
• K+k
• Markant
• Konsom
• Muller
• Real
• Rewe
• Windeln.de
• Allyouneed supermarket

With its office established in the UK, Mondelez International Europe is a subsidiary of the American firm Mondelez International, a co-packer. Mondelez International Europe is responsible for the business in Europe and is present in Northern Europe, Central Europe, Western Europe and Eastern Europe. 

Mondelez International Europe operates 53 facilities in 50 countries in the European continent. In fact, Mondelez International Europe controls 38% of the market share in Northern Europe. Furthermore, in Europe, the firm is the leader in the chocolate, biscuits and meals market. 

In 2019, the business reached a turnover of € 9.2 billion. Mondelez International Europe employs 28500 people. 

Mondelez International Europe offers products in the following categories

• Sweet Grocery: chocolates, biscuits, candy, etc

• Savory Grocery: crackers, snacks, crisps, etc.

Furthermore, the company offers products from brands like Oreo, Cadbury’s, LU, belVita, Maynards Bassetts, etc.

The business operates 3 Research and Development centres in Europe.

Reckitt Benckiser United Kingdom is a British multinational consumer goods company which produces health, hygiene and home products. The company was formed in 1999 by the merger of the UK-based Reckitt & Colman plc and the Netherlands-based Benckiser NV.

In 2018, the company achieved a net revenue of €14.2 billion and employs 40000 people. The firm has sold over 20 million products in around 200 countries. 

Reckitt Benckiser United Kingdom offers products in the following categories:

• Household: disinfectants, cleaners, bleach, diffusers,

• Personal Care: body care

The company offers a wide range of brands which include Veet, Dettol, Scholl, Air Wick, Harpic, Vanish,Cillit Bang and Finish.

The company's strategy is to have a highly focused portfolio concentrating on its 19 most profitable brands, which are responsible for 70% of net revenues.

In July 2017, it was announced that McCormick would acquire Reckitt's food brands, including French's Mustard & Frank's RedHot, for $4.2 billion, which still needs regulatory approval.

Reckitt Benckiser United Kingdom is involved in Research and Development in order to bring innovative products on the market. The company has several research centres in the UK, Germany, USA, Italy, China, India and Thailand. 

The business is also involved in various projects concerning water sanitisation and the protection of the environment. The firm has partnered with many organisations such as tft, AISE, AIM Progress and GC3.

Funky Veggie is an importer which was established in 2016 by Camille Azoulal and Adrien Decastille.  Funky Veggie is found in Paris, France. The firm promotes healthy eating  and hence all the products that are provided are vegan.

Funky Veggie distributes to 1000 stores from clients including Franprix, Monoprix, Carrefour, Auchan, etc. 

The firm achieved a turnover of € 104000 in 2017 and employs 7 people. 

Funky Veggie launched its products under the private label, Funky Veggie. These products include:

• L’Apero Boules: organic and natural snacks made out of chickpeas
• Coeur de Boule: sweet snacks made out of dates and nuts
• La Boule: snacks made out of nuts and dates which contain less than 100 calories

Funky Veggie’s products are free from artificial coloring and are gluten-free, sugar-free and vegan. The products have a shelf life of 6 months. Funky Veggie has also expressed in interest introducing breakfast and aperitifs products to its private label.

Funky Veggie operates 1 warehouse. 

Funky Veggie’s snack balls are stored in food-grade polypropylene and packaging cases are made from recycled cardboard. 

Funky Veggie has shown an interest in the welfare of disabled people and works with an ESAT, an organisation allowing disabled persons to work. Around 20 disabled people are employed to package these products. 

Funky Veggie’s online shop can be accessed on www.funkyveggie.fr

UPDATES ON FUNKY VEGGIE ON 02/09/2020

Funky Veggie is aiming to provide organic products for its entire range in the future and has announced in 2019 that it will introduce a savory snack ball under its private label. The business is also planning to expand its team. 

Since the beginning of 2019, Funky Veggie has been selling over 30000 snack balls each month. 

Funky Veggie is looking for products for its private label in the following categories:

• Savory Grocery: crisps, snacks, nuts, flour, etc.
• Sweet Grocery: ambient desserts, biscuits, breakfast cereals, etc. 

Unilever is a co-packer which has been established in the year 1885 and is headquartered in Istanbul, Turkey. The product range consists of over 400 brands and 2.5 billion consumers use the firm’s products daily.

Some of the brands that are available in the company are listed below:

• Axe
• Becel
• Domestos
• Dove
• Hellmann’s
• Lipton
• Lux
• Magnum
• Rexona
• Signal

Moreover, it is noteworthy that in the year 2017, Unilever’s home and personal care products factory achieved the gold and platinum LEED certificate for the green buildings.

In the year 2015, the firm was elected as the most popular company by Bloomberg Businessweek Magazine.

In fact, the objective of the company is to promote sustainable growth and is determined to reduce environmental impact by 2030.

In the financial year 2016, the firm amounted a revenue of 1 billion euros.

Mondelez International is a co-packer which was established in  1923 by Thomas H. McInnerney and Edward E. Rieck in the US. Mondelez International Europe develops brands and also collaborates with emerging brands to create new products.The company is also involved in repositioning existing products in new markets.

The firm’s business activities cover the following regions: Asia, Middle East, Africa, Europe, Latin America and North America.

Mondelez International achieved a turnover of € 23.7 billion in 2019. Compared to 2018, the business has experienced a growth of over 3%.  75% of the turnover is from the international market. 44% of its revenue is from the sale of biscuits. Mondelez International employs over 80000 people.

The products categories include:

• Sweet Grocery: chocolates, biscuits, candy, etc

• Savory grocery: crackers, snacks, crisps, etc.

Furthermore, the company  brands which include Alpen Gold, Oreo, Prince, Ritz, belVita, Honey Maid, etc.

Mondelez International works with suppliers that comply with the Sedex Member Ethical Trade Audit. The suppliers are regularly subject to audits by third parties to ensure that they adhere to sustainable norms.

Besides, the company has been certified by FSSC 22000 and Global Food safety Initiative (GFSI). Mondelez international publishes all information regarding allergens on the packaging. 

Mondelez International has a Research & Development department where 2400 scientists, chemists and engineers collaborate in order to develop new products. 

Established in 1900, Unilever France is a co-packer which has been positioned number one in the categories deodorants, skin cleansers and mayonnaise. Its headquarters is based in Rueil-Malmaison, France. The company is a subsidiary of the British multinational consumer goods company, Unilever plc. 

The business operates 6 factories spread across the country. 

In the financial year 2021, Unilever France achieved a turnover of €2 billion and currently employs 2,200 people. 

Brands such as Dove, Magnum, Omo, Axe, Grom, Domestos, Ciff, Signal, Rexona, Solero, Skip, Sun, Love Beauty & Planet and many others are endorsed by the firm.  

Unilever France maintains the highest quality standards as it is certified by IFRA and the European Union Cosmetics Regulation. 

In October 2020, Unilever France partnered with Mutual Logistics to handle its logistics operations for the south of France for its ice cream brands. 

In March 2021, the firm decided to close the soup factory in France as there was a flagging local demand for ready made products. Moreover, Unilever’s sales of soup in France decreased by 26% from 2012 to 2019. 

Moreover, in April 2022, the enterprise started using AL, a tool focused on data collection in order to optimise its portfolio of brands and products. 

With regards to sustainability, the company inaugurated its new headquarters in 2015 which is the largest positive energy tertiary operation in France. The new building produces more energy than it consumes through the alluvial water table and the photovoltaic panels found on the roof. 

• Established in 1994, acquired by Wentworth in 2016
• HQ – Poniatowa
• ~10,000 m2 production, ~2,500 m2 warehouse
• Capabilities – single-layer, multi-layer, barrier capability
• Products – Dairy Food Cups, Meat Trays, PP Cups/Lids
• Offerings – Custom & Stock Products, Print, Label, Sleeve
• ISO 9001, HACCP, BRC

Founded in 2013, Nature Innovation is a firm which launches food and drinks brands. Based in France, Nature Innovation exports to the US, Canada and many European countries. 

The company is looking for products in the following categories:

• Sweet Grocery: sweet canned foods, breakfast foods, hot drinks,

• Drinks: dozo tea and various beverages

• Chilled & Fresh Foods: chilled drinks

The company offers organic products as well.

Nature Innovation has launched several brands, including:

• Nature Addicts: a brand of snacks and drinks

• Vaivai:

• Not Guilty: a range of organic sweets without animal gelatine and artificial flavours

• Les Mal Casses: a selection of sweet and savory snacks

• Sibberi: a brand of water which is low in sugar

Company based in Lithuanai. Cosmetic. 

We are a Berlin based start-up. We are developping vegan cheese alternatives. 

We are a tea company looking for suppliers.

My company does import mix goods from different countries.

We haven't launched yet. Looking for manufacturers for product supplies before launching. 

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We deliver one stop shop solutions within beauty; from sourcing, product development and warehousing, to brand development and communications. Throughout all relationships, products and processes, we nudge towards more sustainable solutions.

Everything we do is proudly created and designed in-house, in Stockholm, Sweden. Our production partners are carefully selected based on their expertise, quality and innovation drive.

Founded in 1967 by Edmond and Claude Faure, FM Logistic is a diversified company which offers warehousing, co-packing, food co-manufacturing, industrial manufacturing, transportation and distribution services. Its headquarters is based in Phalsbourg, France. The firm is present in 3 continents and 14 countries. 

FM Logistic business areas cover the following:

• FMCG
• Retail 
• Beauty & Luxury 
• Industry 
• Healthcare 

Regarding its clientele, FM Logistic has strong partnerships with major companies such as Carrefour, L’Occitane, Natura, Shiseido, L’Oreal, Decathlon, Lidl, Dior, Clarins, Auchan and many more. 

In the financial year 2021, FM Logistic achieved a turnover of €1.38 billion and currently employs 28,600 people worldwide. Moreover, 60% of its turnover is generated outside France. 

It is noteworthy that the firm received the “Benefactor of the year” award in 2020. 

The company owns several warehouses and has a fleet of 3,500 vehicles to ensure deliveries.

FM Logistic chose Reflex WMS to replace its warehouse management software packages. 

In 2020, despite the pandemic, FM Logistic added 1 million square feet of warehousing space under its operations. 

In 2021, the company was chosen by Yves Rocher to distribute its products to retail stores and individual customers in Poland and Hungary. 

Moreover, in 2022, the business opened its 5th multi-customer facility in India which offers 70,000 square metres of warehouse space. 

Concerning sustainability, FM Logistic promotes eco-friendly co-packing solutions and has set ambitious goals to operate carbon-neutral warehouses by 2030. 

The objective of the company is to double its revenue to 3 billion euros by 2030 by focusing on omnichannel supply chain services, urban logistics, sustainability, distribution and customer experience. 

BioUltime is a co-packer that was established in 2017 and is based in France. The company is known for manufacturing complements, supplements as well as cosmetics. 

BioUltime provides products in the personal care category such as essential oils, supplements, complements, etc. 

The company has launched 10 brands that include (but not limited to):

• Orfito Biologique: a range of complements
• Selva Sana: a brand of complements
• Terraia: a range of essential oils

BioUltime sources ingredients which are natural and organic. All the ingredients are traceable. 

BioUltime’s products are manufactured in France and Europe.

All cosmetics are CPNP certified and all complements and supplements must be approved by the required authorities before they are sold on the market. 

It was in 2003 that the The Keža winery planted its first vines and it is found in the middle of Bosnia and Herzegovina. The vineyard is headquartered in the town of Ljubuški.  

In 2022, the winery won the Decanter World Wine Awards for its Merlot Ž Premium Keža 2019. 

The company sells its products through online channels such as: mShop. 

It is capable of having 103,000 vines which are capable of bearing fruits. 

It offers products such as:

Wine and spirits: Cabernet sauvignon, blatina, merlot, etc.

It has a large variety of local grapes which grow in the dry summer temperate climate such as Blatina and Žilavka which are soaked in oak barrels to produce the wines of the best quality. 

The Žilavka and Blatina grapes draw their water from the Studencica spring as well as the surrounding is rich in minerals and it can be known from the taste of their wines. 

Established in 1837, Hermès Paris specialises in creating and selling high quality products. It is a family business which is headquartered in Paris, France. 

With regards to its distribution channels, it operates 54 production sites.

Moreover, it manages a distribution network of 300 stores in 45 countries. 

In its financial year 2022, it achieved a turnover of €11.6 million and it employs up to 19, 700 employees.

Hermès Paris offers a selection of products in the personal care category like fragrances, nail polish, lipstick, etc. 

It has developed its private labels including:

• Jour D’Hermès: a line of perfumes.
• Twilly d’Hermès: fragrances.
• Hermesistible: a range of lip oils. 

Moreover, it is noteworthy that 76% of its products are made locally, 55% of its products are made in its workshops and 67% of purchases are made in France. In addition, 97% of purchases are made in Europe with its top 50 suppliers and 91% of leather is sourced in France or Europe. 

In 2016, Hermès Paris signed a partnership with the WWF France to strengthen its relationship with its supply chain system. The group also aims to work with various experts to improve its supply chain management. 

Founded in 1983, Provamel is a co-packer which provides a wide range of products. It is owned by Danone and itts headquarters is based in Sint-Denijs-Westrem, Belgium. 

With regards to its distribution channels, Provamel’s product can be found in retail stores and online stores like ‘kazidomi.’

Provamel offers a selection of products in the following categories:

• Drinks: coconut almond, almond, oats, etc.
• Dairy: yogurt.
• Sweet grocery: a range of desserts. 

It represents its own brand “Provamel '' which consists of various products including coconut drinks, cereal drinks, yogurt, etc. 

Moreover, it is noteworthy that all of its products are vegan and organic. Its organic and non-GMO soybeans are grown in Europe, mainly in France, Italy and Austria.

Premium Pro Nutraceuticals' vision is to instill unshakeable confidence in people's health and wellness.

We do this by providing professional-grade nutritional supplements made in USA. 

We are a team of holistic doctors, pharmacists, and herbalists whose mission is to guide those who are looking for sustainable solutions to their health needs without the side effects of modern drugs.

For over 12 years, we have been dedicated to carefully selecting science-based and therapeutic formulas for optimal health.

We are looking to connect with suppliers who share our vision and can provide cost-effective production without compromising quality.

In health,

Dr. Jun