Established in 1962, Winterbotham Darby produces and supplies its own label chilled food products to retailers, supermarket chains, restaurants chains, sandwich outlets, food producers, and foodservice markets in Europe and internationally.

The company has 2 production sites in Europe:

Established in 2004, Deli solutions produces pasta, cubed pancetta, mini cooking chorizo, diced Iberico chorizo, pizza-topping olives, and antipasti olives.

Being established in 1995, Alatoni is the supplier of chilled olives and antipasti lines for pre-pack and foodservice professionals.

• Appetizers
• Bakery
• Delicatessen
• Chilled desserts
• Fresh pasta
• Frozen desserts
• Ingredients
• Olives
• Dough
• Sausages
• Seasonal
• Seafood
• Tapas
• Vegetarian

Jessy Diffusion is an importer and exporter which was established in 1988 by Maurice Namias. The company is headquartered in Morocco. Jessy Diffusion’s main activity is the importation and distribution of food products sourced from around the world on the Moroccan market. 

The company’s clients include general retail chains in Morocco such as Marjane, Aswak, La Belle Ville, Carrefour, Asima, etc.

Furthermore, Jessy Diffusion also exports its products to Libya and Sudan. Currently, the firm offers around 1,500 references. 

In 2021, Transmed Holding acquired 85% of shares in the company and consequently took control over Jessy Diffusion. 

In 2020, Jessy Diffusion employed 170 people and reached a turnover of €28 million. 

Furthermore, since 2009, Jessy Diffusion has been ranked among the 500 most important companies in Morocco and occupied the 406th place on this list. 

Various products are offered under the following categories:

• Savoury Grocery: snacks, sauces, canned food, pet food, etc. 
• Sweet Grocery: desserts, musli, biscuits, etc. 
• Wine & Spirits: a range of wines

The business endorses more than 45 brands, some of which are Tabasco, Royal Canin, Lorenz, etc. 

Jessy Diffusion imports products from several countries like India, Malaysia, Indonesia, Vietnam, etc. 

Furthermore, the enterprise also offers several products under its own brand, Jessy’s. The latter provides goods such as canned products, sauces, noodles, etc. 

In terms of logistics, Jessy Diffusion owns 5 warehouses. The locations are as follows: located in the municipality HAD SOUALEM and spanning over a 7000 m² covered platform with 2 docks, and the last 4 are situated in the same municipality, spanning over an additional surface of 2,600 m2.

The company has a fleet of 15 trucks to conduct deliveries across Morocco. Furthemore, Jessy Diffusion imports 3000 containers per year and has around 110 warehouses around the country.

Founded in 1999, Comperio is an importer and distributor of food products on the Czech market. Its headquarters is based in Praha, Czech Republic. The company sources its products from countries of the European Union such as France, Germany, Austria, Spain, Italy, etc. 

In relation to its distribution channels, the business supplies its products to grocery chains, wholesalers, cafes, restaurants, specialist retail stores and many more. Its clients include Tesco, Globus, Billa, Norma, CBA, etc. 

In the financial year 2019, Comperio achieved a turnover of €10.8 million and currently employs more than 20 people. 

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

• Chilled & fresh: meat, dough, breads, etc. 
• Sweet grocery: biscuits, chocolates, cookies, etc. 
• Savoury grocery: preserves, salt, pepper, etc. 
• Dairy: cheese, butter, yoghurt, etc. 

Brands such as Barney’s, Roberto, Vici, Butter Cookies, Lurpak, Arla, Krambals, Karuzo, Jensen’s, Quickbury and many others are available in its portfolio. It is noteworthy that Comperio also has a range of healthy food in its portfolio. 

Moreover, the importer launched its own brand known as “Brick” which features products such as croissants, fresh dough, spreads, soups, etc. 

Founded in 1995 in Spain, MAP (Marketing Alternative Product) is an importer and distributor of snacks and beverages.

The company's clients include supermarkets, hypermarkets, organic stores and restaurants. Some of them are Auchan, Systeme U, Carrefour, Aldi, etc.

In 2020, MAP was reported to have achieved a turnover of €4.29 million.

Products in the following categories are offered:

• Sweet Grocery: chocolates, biscuits, jams, etc.
• Savory Grocery: pasta, snacks, rice, etc. 
• Frozen Food: desserts and ice-cream

Moreover, MAP is IFS, Organic, Max Havelaar, RSE, FEEF, SSCC, GS1 France and EDI certified. 

MAP has over 30 partners which include both small businesses and large ones from France and abroad. Every year, the company introduces over 20 references in its portfolio.

Branded goods are imported from countries like France, Italy, Canada, Germany, etc. 

The distributor ensures EDI orders and direct delivery or warehouse picking. MAP can handle ambient, chilled and frozen storage. 3 warehouses in Spain allow the company to distribute efficiently nationwide.

MAP’s logistic service caters for the needs of each client. To ensure that the products are delivered in the proper conditions, temperature controlled delivery vehicles are used. 

Established in 1957, Sugat first started as a factory to refine sugar produced from beets grown in the southern fields. The company later closed its refinery and switched to importing white sugar. Its headquarters is based in Kiryat Gat, Israel. Today, Sugat is the only company in Israel that owns sophisticated sugar packaging lines. 

Concerning its distribution channels, the business distributes its products to the professional market such as retailers, hotels, restaurants, catering services and industry. It is noteworthy that Sugat has more than 1,000 clients. 

Sugat achieves an annual turnover of over €50 million and employs more than 350 people. 

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

• Savoury grocery: rice, flour, couscous, etc. 
• Sweet grocery: sugar, cereals, popcorns, etc. 

The firm offers all its products under its own brand “Sugat”. 

Sugat maintains the highest quality standards as it is certified by ISO 9001:2015, ISO 22000:2018, ISO 14001:2015, ISO 45001:2018, Kosher, etc. 

Pertaining to its logistics solutions, the business operates its own warehouse and has a fleet of vehicles to manage its deliveries. Sugat serves its customers 24 hours a day. 

Taste Distribution is an importer which started operating in 2015 and is based in Paris, France. It specialises in the sourcing and expansion of premium products willing to grow in the French market.

The distributor of premium snacks and beverages distributes its products over 2000 points of sales across the country. Moreover, Taste Distribution has a dedicated team of sales representatives who visit each store once a week, consequently, providing an efficient customer service.

Clients include general retail chains, companies, online stores, restaurants, etc. Some of them are Carrefour, Monoprix, Franprix, Auchan, Maison Plisson, etc.

The importer offers premium products under the following categories:

• Sweet Grocery: Chocolates, honey, tea, cookies, etc.
• Savory Grocery: olives, olive oil, crisps, etc.
• Drinks: iced tea, soda, energy drinks, coconut water, etc.

The company also offers organic and gluten-free products.

Taste Distribution offers brands such as Juste Bio, Vita Coco, Snackgold, Vit Hit, Superbon, Waterworks, Little pleasures and more. The firm imports its products from Spain, Belgium, Greece, UK, Switzerland and many other countries.

Furthermore, Taste Distribution has developed several private labels which consist of:

• Carré Suisse: a brand of premium chocolates manufactured according to traditional Swiss methods of production. The range include chocolate tablets, mini tablets and boxes which comprise of 5 tablets.
• Zyos: a brand of sweet and savory grocery products which include olive oil, olives and honey.
• Selman: a brand consisting of a range of teas

In relation to logistics, the firm operates with their own centrally located warehouse hence contributing to a lower inbound distribution costs. Taste Distribution operates its own delivery fleet consisiting of trucks. 

Codigec is a general food importer founded in 2013, with 10 employees and 2 warehouses of 1200 square meters.

Based in Algeria, their distribution channels are segmented as follows:

• Retail chains, like Numidis, Ardis, Galaxy, Kheyar and Famili Shop
• Wholesalers in the following regions: Alger, Oran, Seif, Constantine, Annaba
• Retailers

Codigec handles logistics for their clients thanks to 7 vehicles dedicated to the products' dispatch to the various points of sale across the country.

Today, due to various restrictions in the import industry, Codigec has initiated a packaging segment for certain goods, whereas other products such as confectionary, sweet grocery and canned items will be kept for resale with regards to new regulations.

Codigec is looking for products from different ranges like:

• Corn flakes, oats
• Cake baking items
• Fruit jams
• Powdered chocolate and coffee
• Dry vegetables & rice
• Cooking sauces

Their product ranges include:

• Grocery
• Households
• Condiments
• Confectionary

Kaumy is an importer specialised in sweet grocery and confectionary. The importer has established its presence in the Czech market through products like:

• Chocolates
• Sweets
• Bazar
• Gluten-free
• Themed products like Christmas, Valentines day, etc.

Brands represented by Kaumy are composed of the following:

• Ricola
• Trolli
• Natra
• Chocolaterie
• Dietorelle
• Cavalier
• Casalini
• Huxol
• Schneekoppe
• Fascini
• Frankonia
• BBB
• Bolero
• Baron
• Dixi

Kaumy can also initiate private label products upon its clients requests.

Since 2013, the chocolate producer Heinz has also started to collaborate with Kaumy. Kaumy works with 23 producers hence representing 23 brands.

The importer also provides services such as:

• Sales & marketing
• Promotion
• Support (point of sale)
• Tastings & PR operations

Kaumy’s revenue are shared as follows:

The types of clients that the company focusses on are:

• International chains (3000 stores)
• Traditional market (2000 customers)
• Retailers
• Specialised shops
• HoReCa sector

Kaumy delivers several chains from around the world:

• Albert
• Makro
• Globus
• Tesco
• Kaufland
• Billa
• Penny market
• JIP
• Coop centrum
• Dm
• Rossman
• Teta

Kaumy Logistics uses:

• Own fleet of vehicles
• Use of EDI system
• Air con

Pinot is a drinks importer and distributor which was established in the year 2005 and is headquartered in Lodz, Poland. It also operates 8 brand stores throughout the country as well as an online shop.

General retail chains such as Tesco, Makro and E.clerc collaborate with the firm as clients. The company distributes their products to over 500 restaurants, pubs and bars as well over 300 specialty stores.

In the financial year 2019, the company achieved €14.8 million in terms of turnover, indicating an increase of 11.63%. The total workforce of the company amounts to 22 people.

Furthermore, Pinot offers a wide assortment of products under the spirits category:

• Whisky
• Spirits
• Cognac
• Rum

Several brands including Bediani, Riporta, Albert Michler, Stauffenberg and many others, work with Pinot. These are imported from Italy, France, Spain, etc.

Pertaining to logistics, the firm operates 2 warehouses and the main warehouse is located in central Poland which covers an area of 1000 square meters. Through its fleet of vehicles, the deliveries are ensured within 24 hours.

Pinot’s online store can be accessed on www.pinot.pl

Plugwine, an online platform launched in France in 2013 by France Gourmet Diffusion, enables wineries and clients to trade directly. Plugwine provides over 3000 references. 

Plugwine supplies merchants, restaurants, online stores, distributors, etc. 

Plugwine’s clients include Amazon Prime, Cdiscount, La Lettre des Vignerons, La Wine Tech, Sacre Fleur, Le Petit Commines, Les P’tits Potes, etc. There are 10000 professional buyers, including 2000 foreign buyers. 

Wineries benefit by operating their own e-commerce shop via Plugwine and by dealing directly with the clients without going through a middleman. 

A wide range of wines and spirits is available on the platform. Organic wines are also available. 

Some of the brands available include Bacardi, Allegria, Château Pesquie, Château Trapaud, etc. 

Plugwine works with over 800 winegrowers.

Plugwine runs a logistics centre of 10000 m2 and handles all deliveries. 250000 shipments are affected each year. 

For 2020, Plugwine is looking for branded products for its drinks category such as spirits, wines, sparkling wines and is also focusing on champagnes. 

Gastro Coop is an importer which has been established in the year 1991 and is headquartered in Galanta, Slovakia. The firm achieved a lot of success by introducing international brands on the Slovak market.

The importer’s products can be categorized as:

• Drinks
• Sweet grocery
• Savory grocery
• Household

Besides, the firm partnered with the following foreign suppliers:

• Hanwha Foods Hungary
• Natural Par
• Egri Csillagok
• Buda-Mont
• Microse
• Henkell & Sohnlein Hungaria Ltd
• Vitapress Ltd

In relation to the logistics network, the enterprise operates their own fleet of vehicles and freight forwarders.

In the financial year 2016, the company amounted a revenue of 4.25 million euros and employed 15 people to work for the success of the business.

Pannon food, was founded in 2004, and is today specialised in the retail sector with focus on food products mainly in the Slovak and Czech regions. The wholesaler also offers added value such as logistics and packaging as well as putting forward its own goods.

The food service has more than 2000 SKUs in its beverage and grocery departments as well as seasonal items. This includes ranges like:

• Drinks (alcoholic, non-alcoholic)
• Grocery (condiments, rice, confectionery)
• Chilled and fresh (delicatessens)

In addition, Pannon Food is in the import and export sector, distributing cold food across countries like;

• Slovakia
• Czech republic
• Austria
• Hungary

To support the whole logistics process, Pannon food uses its own tempered warehouses (3 in total) the biggest one being 14500 square meters and containing 25000 pallets.

The logistics includes services that follows:

• Storage
• Packaging
• Labelling
• Cross-docking
• Transportation

Pannon food directly works with suppliers from the following countries:

• Italy
• Spain
• France
• Austria
• Hungary
• Czech Republic
• Poland
• Germany
• Romania
• Bulgaria

The company also acts as a bridge to producers who wants their products to reach their partners. Trading has since been initiated outside Europe in countries like:

• Chile 
• Brazil
• China 

Furthermore, Pannon food is the representative pertaining to European winegrowing countries such as:

• France
• Italy
• Spain
• Hungary
• Romania

Pannon food distributes through supermarkets such as:

• Kaufland
• Coop
• Metro
• Tesco
• Billa
• Hypernova
• CBA

The products quality are measured by certificates like IFS. 

Moreover the food service distributes the national following brands:

• Unilever
• Poletti
• Cramel reccas
• Vitapress
• Birchsugar
• Exkes
• Coco 24
• Kras
• Disney
• Unica
• Stuhmer
• Tetrabbit
• Hohes C

Sinounion Beijing International Trade is an importer of dairy products for the Chinese market. The aim is to cater for domestic customers in the long term.

Sinounion Beijing International Trade works with retail chains like Walmart, RT-Mart, Metro, Ole, etc. Sinounion Beijing International Trade distributes to around 800 point of sales. 

Sinounion Beijing International Trade achieved a turnover of € 6 million in 2016 and employs 15 people. 

 Sinounion Beijing International Trade imports dairy products from Europe. Some of the brands it offers are: 

• Unilac Holland: Netherlands dairy producer
• Grand’or
• Prestige: Dairy producer from Germany

Sinounion Beijing International Trade operates 1 warehouse and has its own delivery fleet. 

Latin American Distributor Group handles the importation, distribution, and marketing of various food products. The firm is based in the United States and was founded in 2017. Latin American Distributor Group helps different brands enter new markets throughout Latin America.

Latin American Distributor Group’s clients include wholesalers, distributors, tobacconists, etc.  

The company’s products can be divided into the following categories:

• Drinks: a variety of drinks
• Savory Grocery: snacks, sauces, condiments, etc.
• Sweet Grocery: a range of sweet snacks and confectionery
• Dairy: an assortment of dairy products
• Frozen Food: a range of ready-meals and other frozen products

Some of the brands available include Roland, Angela Mia, Hunt’s, Kari, etc. 

Products are imported from the US, Spain, China, Peru, Chile, etc. 

Concerning the logistics, the firm works with third party shipping companies to import and export products. Latin American Distributor also operates its own distribution centre in Barranquilla Port. 

CIPA is known as an importer of general goods. Founded in 1992, the company has grown to be a reference in the purchase, sale and wholesale of food. The company’s network lies from domestic to foreign suppliers. The headquarters is based in Prague, Czech Republic. The firm provides its services in the HoReCa and retail sector. 

The importer provides a portfolio of more than 3000 SKUs under the following categories:

• Savory grocery
• Sweet grocery
• Chilled & fresh
• Frozen

The firm also operates a Cipa Store where delicious food from around the world are available at reasonable prices.

Some examples of world foods are as follows:

• Meat from the United States
• Lobster from Canada
• Tuna from Sri Lanka
• Lamb from Australia & New Zealand

The brands the importer works with, can be found below:

• Bonduelle
• D’amico
• Vittel
• Open seas
• Heinz
• Bridor
• Amacore
• Anova
• Etc

Their clients are composed of over 2000 hotels and restaurants in both Czech republic and Slovakia such as:

• Hilton hotel
• Four seasons
• Alchymist
• NH
• Keminsky
• Marriot
• Intercontinental
• Hotel Ventana
• Hotel Diplomat
• Kampa group
• Finestra
• Sasazu
• Oysters bar
• Buddha bar
• Grosetto group
• Argentina house
• Vini di vino
• Etc

Furthermore 10% of the importer’s revenue comes from other clients like Macro, Kaufland, Carrefour etc.

Having a dedicated team for purchase, the distribution is effectively done by their own transport means. In fact, CIPA has 25 fleets catering for Czech republic and Slovakia. 

In the financial year 2017, the company generated a total turnover of 18.4 million euros. The firm has a dedicated entrepreneurial team of 75 employees working towards the ultimate goal of the business.

Szega Foods is an importer which was established in 1998 and is headquartered in Diosd, Hungary. Prior to that, in 1994 the company traded as a cheese store. Szega Foods offers over 3000 references. 

Szega Foods offers its services in the HoReCa and retail sector. The firm sources its products from almost 15 European countries. Szega Foods’s clients include Tesco, Spar, Metro, Coop, Auchan, CBA, Real, etc. 

As of 2012, the company started export activities and exclusive representation in Croatia and to offer more confectionary products after acquiring Multikon Ltd.In 2018, the company achieved a turnover of € 6.97 million. The firm has a dedicated entrepreneurial team of 24 employees working towards the ultimate goal of the business. 

Szega retail is composed of 2 stores located in Budapest while Szega wholesale occupies the distribution process to trading chains (over 200).

Szega foods operates the following subsidiaries: 

• Szega Camembert: Chilled and frozen goods sold to hungarian retail chains
• Szega Market: logistics and administration
• Szega Sajt Sonka:retailing
• Szega Dalmacija: croatian subsidiary
• Multikon: grocery sold to hungarian market

The importer offers products in the following categories: 

• Frozen Food: desserts, fish, meat, bakery, ice cream, etc.
• Chilled & Fresh Food: meat, fish, pates, cold cuts, etc.
• Sweet Grocery: ambient desserts, sugar, bakery products, etc. 
• Savory Grocery: ready-meals, condiments,soups, nuts, cooking sauces, etc.
• Dairy: cheese, yoghurts, butter, desserts, margarine

The importer has developed its private labels and also deals with the following brands: Kerrygold, Biraghi, Entremont, Valio, Sacla and Ajinomoto.

Szega Foods is looking to partner with various brands but in Hungary itself, the company is looking for suppliers who can provide the company with products for its private labels.

The logistics processes are taken care of by Szega foods. which is IFS certified. The company has its own vehicles which can transport products in the proper conditions. 

Since 2004, Szega Foods operates its own logistic center which allows it to store products in the proper conditions. The warehouse can handle room temperature as well as chilled and frozen items.

The logistic centre meets the standards established by HACCP, BBQ, AQAP, ISO IFS. Furthermore, Szega Foods has its own fleet of delivery vehicles. 

In 2010, Szega Foods launched its slicing and packing plant which meet EU requirements. 

UPDATES ON SZEGA FOODS ON 23/09/2020

Szega Foods is looking for products in the following categories for  2020: 

• Dairy: yogurts, desserts, cheeses, butter, margarine, etc. 

The firm is interested in branded items as well as products for private labels.

UPDATES ON SZEGA FOODS ON 28/10/2020

For 2020, Szega Foods is sourcing products in the following categories:

• Savory Grocery: herbs, spices, rice, soups, snacks, etc.
• Sweet Grocery: ambient desserts, chocolate, sweets, etc. 

Szega Foods is looking for branded products and products for private labels. 

UPDATES ON SZEGA FOODS ON 21/01/2021

For 2021 Szega Foods is sourcing products for frozen food such as fish and seafood. THe company is focussed on sourcing salmon products such as smoked and filet salmon.

Szega Foods is interested in both branded products and products for private labels. 

König-trade is an importer which has been established in the year 1995 and is headquartered in Balmazujvaros, Hungary. The company is indulged in import and export activities.

The product categories include:

• Savory grocery
• Sweet grocery
• Frozen
• Chilled & fresh
• Dairy

Various brands such as Arrighi, Carchelejo, Vallejo, Ahmad tea, etc,.. are provided by the importer.

The firm’s distributes their products to well-known general retail chains such as Tesco, Auchan, Metro, Coop, Real, etc.

Since the company fulfills the quality standards, Konig-trade achieved numerous certificates such as ISO 9001:2001, ISO 9001:2009 and HACCP.

In relation to the logistics solutions, the firm operates a warehouse measuring 6000 square meters and their fleet of 30 trucks.

In the financial year 2017, the company amounted a revenue of 8 million euros. The total workforce of the firm is 42 employees.  

Reaton is a Latvian importer, distributor, wholesaler and retailer founded in 1993. The company is a leader in the high quality food trade sector in Latvia. It started expanding to the Baltic market in 2000. Reaton provides complex products to the Lithuanian and Estonian markets. The enterprise has an online store where all of its products are available. It is headquartered in Riga.

Reaton operates 2 branches named Reaton UAB and Reaton OU. Reaton UAB is situated in Vilnius and was launched in the year 2000. Five years later, Reaton OU was established in Tallinn.

Reaton offers over 4500 references in different food categories. The firm also provides about 250 organic references. Reaton adds approximately 150 references to its product portfolio each year.

Reaton’s clients consist of local retailers, large grocery chains, supermarket chains and the HoReCa sector such as Stockmann, RIMI Baltic, Maxima, SKY Baltic, Prisma, IKI, Top and many more. Reaton supplies 3500 HoReCa customers on a regular basis. In addition, the company is a market leader in the HoReCa sector with 30 years of experience.

Furthermore, Reaton handles meal preparation and individual order fulfillment at its factory. The firm offers facilities such as filing, vacuuming, grinding, re packing and many more. 

Reaton provides marketing support and offers various brand development programs to its customers.

 The company frequently organises educational seminars and events for professionals in the industry.

Reaton is also present in the construction industry.

Reaton achieved a turnover of € 53.27 million in 2019, which rose by 10% compared to a year earlier. The company’s team currently consists of 431 employees.

The company is also considered as one of the top seafood suppliers in Latvia.

Reaton provides various items in the following food categories:

• Savory Grocery: oil, vinegar, bread, etc.
• Sweet Grocery: cakes, jams, cookies, etc.
• Fresh and Chilled Food: ready-made meals, fresh seafood, and many more.
• Drinks: water, juices and many more.
• Dairy: cheese, yoghurt, fat blend, etc.
• Frozen Food: pizzas, vegetables, seafood, etc.

Realton also freatures lactose free and gluten free products.

Reaton received numerous certifications from FARMED, FRIEND OF THE SEA, WILD FISH, NORGE and many more, for the high quality of the raw material of the workshop’s product. Its food production and processing plant is ASC and MSC certified.

Reaton brings in its products through various brands such as Kanaki, Delicius, Casademont, De Cecco, etc. The enterprise deals with brands like BelSun, Risso, Brimi, Walkers, St Michel, and many more. 

Furthermore, Reaton also operates its private labels, Rseafood & Rseafood Gold. It manufactures the highest quality of fresh seafood products that is produced using the finest raw materials available worldwide. The private labels offers products such as fish in light brine, boiled octopus, and many others.  

These products are brought in from 90 different countries which are as follows: Korea, Australia, Thailand, Brazil, Belgium, etc.

Reaton currently operates 2 extensive warehouse complexes and a fleet of refrigerated vehicles. One warehouse is situated in Vilius and the second one was opened in 2020 in Riga. The new warehouse is furnished with the latest technology; It consists of 5 temperature zones in an area of 5000 m2. 

Reaton is looking for companies that are interested to develop prospects in the Baltic markets.

The company avoids using freon as refrigerant in an attempt to stay eco friendly. All plastic containers and packaging are replaced with green options such as dishes made of sugarcane fibres, koka, paper, bamboo, etc.

Reaton is the main sponsor in the Latvian Chef of the Year. It is also the initiator of the travelling award Reaton Golden Chef.

The online store can be easily accessed on this website: www.e-food.reaton.lv

Froz China is a company specialised in exporting frozen products to china. The company is also focussed on outsourcing commercial aspects for the Chinese market in terms of:

• Communication
• Strategic development
• Prospecting and portfolio management of prospects or clients
• Human resource (intercultural)
• Distribution network management
• Logistic management

In fact, Froz china supports all aspects related to brand implementation on the Chinese market.

Froz China provides the following advantages:

• Its own logistic system
• Multicultural team
• Showroom
• Distribution network across China
• Tailor made business solutions

Moreover their network is composed of the following channels:

• Internet (Amazon, JD.com)
• Retail (Walmart, Auchan, City shop, CIty super)
• Food service (Hilton, Hyaat)
• TV Shopping (Happi) 

Ryba Zilina is an importer founded in 1992 and based in Slovakia. Ryba Zilina’s focus is on the distribution of frozen goods. The company has been under the ownership of Preto Group since 2013. Ryba Zilina and Preto Group also founded Preto Ryba, one of the largest producers of fish and salads in Slovakia. 

The importer’s client base covers the HoReCa sector, traditional market, national and international retail chains in Slovakia. 

Furthermore, the company is also a major distributor of frozen goods such as frozen fish, frozen vegetables, semi-finished products, meat products, etc. 

Ryba Zilina has also been exporting products to countries like Czech Republic and the UK. 

With a workforce of around 86 people, the firm achieved a turnover of € 73.08 million in 2020. 

Additionally, Ryba Zilina won the Slovak Superbrands Award in 2017 and 2018.

Several items are offered in the following categories:

• Frozen Food: seafood, vegetables, meat products, etc.
• Chilled & Fresh Food: salads, etc.

A line of vegan products is also available.   

Several products are offered under its private labels and those developed under Preto Group:

• Preto Ryba Zilina: fish products, fish salads, etc.
• Preto: cold salads, spreads
• Radoma: frozen fish, soup, ice cream, mayonnaise and frozen vegetables  

The items are certified under the BRC GLOBAL STANDARD certificate for FOOD SAFETY ISSUE 7 as well as ISO 9001 quality certificate.

Moreover, Ryba Zilina uses 40% less additives in the manufacturing of its cod products under the brand Preto. Moreover, the company has stopped using sodium benzoate and is using less preservatives.

The company is looking for products in the following categories:

• Frozen Food: desserts, ice cream, seafood, Startere, fruits & vegetables, meat,ready meals, etc.
• Dairy: eggs and many more
• Chilled & Fresh Food: ready meals, and many more

In addition, Ryba Zilina is looking for brands but is also seeking suppliers for its private labels.

With regards to logistics, the firm has recently rebuilt its facility where it packs Alaskan cod which it sources from the North Pacific ocean. In relation to the supply chain, Pretolog has a modern fleet of vehicles conducting deliveries for Ryba Zilina throughout Slovakia.

Fega frost  is a frozen importer whose activity started in 2001 in Slovakia. Indeed the company is mainly in the distribution field pertaining to frozen and cold foods. Its products are comprised of brands like:

• Ardo
• McCain
• Lambweston
• Algida

The products are distributed through 40 vehicles which are fully equipped in terms of storage and refrigeration needs. Since 2011, the company has expanded its activity range by starting to produce its own frozen semi-finished products known under the private label:

1. Misove skary
2. Misny eel

The product ranges include the following:

• Frozen
• Chilled and fresh
• Dairy
• Grocery

Founded in 2014 by Davide Toffoli, Naturali Food is based in the UK. The firm is a distributor of Italian brands of food and non-food items for retailers, offering the largest selection of Italian grocery products in the UK.  

The company also operates an online platform, Naturali Italian Distribution, in the UK. 

In 2017, Naturali Food started to venture into the international market by opening a division in Ukraine. Nowadays, the group also operates in Russia, Italy, India, Poland and the Baltic region. Its clients include Auchan, Metro, Novus, Tesco, etc.

Currently, the company employs around 15 people and achieves an annual turnover of around €5.03 million. 

Various products are available in the following categories:

• Drinks: water, soft drinks, beer, etc
• Wine & Spirits:  wine, spirits, rum, etc
• Dairy: an assortment of cheese
• Chilled & Fresh Food: salad, packaged sandwiches, fresh soups, etc
• Sweet Grocery: sweets, confectionery, breakfast cereals, etc.
• Savoury Grocery: canned foods, pasta, etc.

A range of organic, vegan, and dairy-free items is also offered. 

Naturali Food offers products from brands like Donell, Inalpi, Garrone, Tre Marie, etc. 

Furthermore, Naturali Food is sourcing products for various categories:

• Savoury Grocery: herbs, spices, rice, pasta, pulses, etc.
• Sweet Grocery: sweet canned food, biscuits, chocolates, etc.
• Dairy: cheese, milk, cream, margarine, butter, etc.
• Frozen Food: desserts, ice-cream, fish, ready-meals, drinks, etc. 

For the drinks category, Naturali Foods is looking for various beverages but is focussing on wine, beer, sugar-free beverages and mineral water.

In the savoury grocery category, Naturali Foods is looking for different products and is especially sourcing pasta sauces. 

Naturali Food is also looking for vegan ready-meals for the frozen food category. 

Furthermore, Naturali Food is looking for branded items as well as suppliers for private labels.

Professional dairy importer.

Types of clients: Retailers, e-commerce, catering

Figures: 348M RMB sales revenue in 2016

A subsidiary of the UAB Gelsva, Sakalas has been among the strongest integrated distribution service providers in Vilnius, Lithuania. Gelsva was created in 1991 specialising in import, wholesale trade and distribution service worldwide. In 2012, the company allocated its distribution part to Sakalas UAB, which works with more than 100 renowned global brands like: Perfetti Van Melle, Storck, Dilmah, Insette, Philips and many more.

The company has 5 departments located in major cities of Lithuania, namely: Vilnius, Kaunas, Klaipeda, Panevezys, and Siauliai. It has 2 distribution centres in Vilnius and Klaipeda.

Its products are divided into 2 categories, notably Food (food, soft; coffee; energy drinks and spirits), and Non-Food (pet products; health and beauty; laundry and household). It has about 6000 sales points, including: retail chains, household chains, pharmacies, hygiene stores, petrol stations, press, office supplies chains, and HoReCa (hotel/restaurant/cafe).

Sakalas UAB aims to function in a professional way and believes in providing excellent customer service. It strives for innovative work process, in order to meet market changes.

It is always seeking to maintain long-term relationships and close cooperation with partners and customers. It specialises in sales and distribution services, whereby it manages supply contracts, orders, the introduction of goods at sales points, sales promotion plans and its implementation. In terms of logistics, it handles: transportation and storage of goods, residue management, goods preparation for domestic market (label preparation, layouts with printing services). Marketing wise, it deals with the organization and coordination of advertising and sales campaigns, communications and brand image, customer support, preparing reports, analysis and pricing.

Merchandising is also part of their services which includes: optimal covering of sales points, goods management in view to targeted objectives/seasonal aspects/shares, and also the distribution and control of goods.

The company uses technology and innovation for its day to day tasks, such as:

• Mobile Business System for workflow planning and management through mobile devices;

• QlikView for modern analytical system to provide quick and accurate statistics/report;

• Perfect DSM for efficient transport tracking and management of real-time;

Equinox Vision for modern warehouse management system, which ensures quick, smooth and accurate logistics services.

Owned by the Stuart family since the 1960s,  Pimpernel Wharf is an experienced company in the procurement and importation of delicatessen products including continental cheeses, edible oils, antipasti and charcuterie. Pimpernel Wharf is based in Surrey, UK. The company has become a pioneer in supplying cheese and meat products across UK to its clients which include major supermarket chains, food manufacturers, food service, restaurant groups and wholesalers. 

Pimpernel Wharf is able to accommodate both large and small orders based on what each client requires. 

In 2016, Pimpernel Wharf attained a turnover of € 21 million. 10 people are employed by the company. 

Pimpernel Wharf offers products in the following categories:

• Dairy: Continental cheese, feta, goat's cheese, hard cheese, mozzarella, reduced fat cheese, soft cheese, speciality cheese, etc. 

• Chilled & Fresh Food: charcuterie, etc. 

• Savory Grocery: edible oils, etc.

Pimpernel Wharf imports cheese from suppliers in Bulgaria, Greece, Italy, Spain, Czech Republic, France and Germany. 

The company has 4 distribution centres, notably in UK, Germany, France and Italy. Its logistics are controlled and streamlined by its own in-house transport manager. Pimpernel Wharf believes in using its resources as efficiently and cost-effectively as possible, and thus have consolidation points in Europe and the UK. This arrangement is done to manage the stock internally when the product is not transported directly from the supplier.

Concerning the sourcing of products, Pimpernel Wharf has a well defined procurement process which has proven to be reliable. When a product is needed, the procurement team will receive a request and act upon it by first identifying the suppliers based on specific criteria such as logistics, volume, accreditation, etc. 

Once the suppliers are shortlisted, the prices are reviewed. Products are tested by the team and a pre-technical visit is organised with the suppliers in order to see whether all the requirements of the client can be met. Suggestions are also brought forward at this point to improve the products.

Samples are sent and the final specifications and modifications are decided after consulting the client’s product development team and the suppliers. All the commercial and technical procedures are carried out and finally, the product is supplied Via Pimpernel Wharf. 

UPDATES ON PIMPERNEL WHARF ON 15/01/2020

For 2020, the focus is on the dairy category. The firm is looking for various types of cheese such as traditional cheese from different parts of Europe. Pimpernel Wharf is also sourcing for dairy-free alternatives. 

Pimpernel Wharf is also interested in ready meals in the savory grocery category. 

For the Chilled & Fresh Food category, the business is looking for charcuterie, etc. 

Pimpernel Wharf is looking for brands but also for suppliers that produce products for their clients' private labels. 

Kon-rad, founded in 1990 in Slovakia, started operating as a wholesaler of food and drinks before offering non-food products as well. The company is reputed for a large product portfolio offering 7000 references.

Kon-rad supplies approximately 2000 clients worldwide. The firm’s clients include retail chains, petrol stations and businesses in the HoReCa sector. Furthermore, Kon-Rad also runs 3 supermarkets.

Kon-rad achieved a turnover of € 55.3 million in 2018 and employs 200 people.

The company offers products in various categories:

• Drinks: non-alcoholic drinks, beer, wine, healthy drinks, etc.

• Sweet Grocery: sugar, confectionary, tea, coffee, etc.

• Savory Grocery: canned food, snacks, petfood, spices, etc.

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

• Chilled & Fresh food: charcuterie, sausage, etc.

• Frozen Food: meat, vegetables, ice cream, etc.

• Dairy-free: soy milk, coconut milk, rice drinks, etc. 

Some of the brands it distributes include Laurent Perrier, Zdravo, Turm, Roshen,Radical Organics, Cauvin, Guiness, Cocomax and more. 

The company handles its own logistics and stocks its products. The warehouse, along with the sales area have a total floor area of  25000 square meters.

Founded in 2002, Mixed Global Trade is an importer and distributor of fast moving consumer goods. It is headquartered in Qingdao, China. 

Regarding its distribution channels, it supplies restaurants, chain shops, hotels, etc. The business has set up long-term cooperative relations with WalMart, Carrefour, Suning, Gome, BAILIAN GROUP, WU MART, Alibaba, JD, Radio, Television Group, 7-ELEVEN, etc. 

The company has built 66 offices in the 28 provinces of China and presently owns over 400 sales experts in the Group.

Mixed Global Trade provides different services including:

• Marketing
• Product Selection 
• Trademark
• Pricing

It has recently worked with Tencent, Youku, iQIYI, DIANPING, Ctrip, capital airport in launching commercial ads, and supporting sales.

Moreover, it is looking forward to upgrading its supply chain as well as expanding its sales and in addition, Mixed Global trade is interested in adapting its core business functions to the fast changing market demand. 

As an online foreign trading company, China-Hong Kong General Trade Integration Service Platform provides warehousing and logistics features. Operating under the China Hong-Kong stock connect group, it has a large portfolio of foreign trade clients.

The said clients deals with China-Hong Kong General Trade Integration Service Platform for the following services:

• Import food credit
• Cross border electricity supplier
• Logistics supply chain
• Product showcase

Import food credit is meant for food importers having financing needs and at the same time China-Hong Kong General Trade Integration Service Platform will cater for their products needing tempered storage.

The cross border electricity supplier is all about customs inspection, clearance and similar services. While the logistics supply chain refers to a platform including shipping solutions being set up to provide adequate services to companies.

Product showcase as the name states, refers to creating a platform providing an online and offline product display.

The importer has 688 foreign trade enterprises (home) and 76 suppliers (home) which results in 37728 million dollars (United States) of trade volume.

Founded in 1996 by Luciano Almendary, Allfood is an importer specialized in the distribution of haute cuisine food items. 60% of the company has been owned by Granarolo Group since 2017. Its head office is situated in Sao Paulo, Brazil.

In 2016, Allfood  launched its e-commerce website.

The importer has over 300 references in its portfolio, of which 48% comes from Italy.

Regarding its clientele, Allfood partners with delicatessen, retail chains, businesses in the horeca sector and individual retailers in the Brazilian market. Some examples of its customers are Auchan and Carrefour.

Allfood organizes tastings, events, congresses as well as lectures in the gastronomy in order to market its products. Additionally, the firm advertises its references in supermarkets, emporiums and on social media.

A turnover of €16.9 million was achieved by Allfood and its private labels make up ⅓ of it.

A wide range of products are available in the following categories:

• Dairy: cheese and butter
• Fresh & Chilled: charcuterie
• Savory Grocery: pasta

More than 40 brands such as Granarolo, Paysan Breton, Beemster, Emborg, etc, are imported from several countries including Italy, Spain and France.

Furthermore, Allfood owns several private labels which are mentioned below:

• Vito Balducci: offers ready-made meals and pasta
• Casa Basca: provides Spanish sausages and ham
• Figueiras: supplies Portuguese ham, cheese and sausages
• Monastère: offers French cheeses and butter
• D'or: cold cuts and cheese that are famous in Brazil are manufactured

Concerning logistics, Allfood manages an industrial unit, equipped with modern machines and technologies for food preservation and fractionation, where cheeses and cold cuts are processed. Its distribution center of 2000 m2 is located in the East Zone of São Paulo. Allfood also manages a competent distribution network which covers the entire country.

Its online shop can be accessed on https://www.lojagranarolo.com.br/

The TST Tin’s Secret is a renowned Asian cosmetic trademark founded in 1996  by Taiwanese celebrity Kevin Lin and his Chinese wife, actress Zhang Ting. Previously, known as ‘Lafee’, the creation of Tst Tin’s Secret was inspired from the tremendous beneficial effect of yeast liquid ZB (a living yeast) which is the main ingredient of the TST Tin’s Secret skincare products.

This type of product is very appreciated in the Asian countries due to its wide range of beauty benefits. The company dedicates in researching and exploring into a deeper way of skincare ingredients by using technology such as high-tech ultra-micron infiltration. With its new series of products the company is always looking for innovations by working with a number of domestic and foreign research institutions. Consideration is always given to pregnant women’s best choice of skin care products without causing any health issue.

In order to reach maximum consumers, the company has endorsed several Asian celebrities such as Tao Hong, Xu Zheng and Lin Ruiyang to launch their new series, which is claimed to be successful so far. Several agents are also recruited in view to make the skin care products more accessible to people. The agents are not required to invest or stock up, since the products are directly delivered by the company which reduces sale and inventory pressure. TST Tin’s Secret has an online shopping store (http://shop.49477.com/), mobile application and a self-purchase order facility for customers. In addition, it has a beauty blog where beauty tips and advices are given.

A seafood importer established in 2010 in Denmark, Food With  You is known to always be on the lookout for new products. 

By constantly providing innovative food items, Food With You has been able to partner with different clients in Scandinavia such as retailers, wholesalers, catering wholesalers as well as various retail chains in Europe. Some of them include Coop and Dansk supermarkets.

Food With you achieves an annual turnover of €3.26 million and employs 19 people.

Products in the following categories are provided by Food With You:

• Chilled & Fresh Food: smoked fish and seafood
• Frozen Food: seafood

Organic foods are also part of its range.

With the capacity to launch private labels and create tailor made designs for the packaging, Food With You has proven to be a great partner for its clients. For the packaging there are various options. Products can be packed in map (modified atmosphere), vacuum and or skin pack to maintain durability and quality. It is noteworthy that, majority of its raw materials are bought by the company itself in order to secure fixed contract prices.

Suppliers must hold an IFS or BRC certificate or any equivalent if they wish to collaborate with Food With You. Furthermore, Food with You requires companies to have the MSC, ASC and Glocal Gap certificates. 

Moreover, Food With You also carries out hygiene and quality inspections on its own to ensure that the products it sources are of top quality. Regular taste tests are carried out weekly, comparing Food With You’s products with its competitors’ products. 

Food With You has partnered with Varefakta which makes sure that all products conform to the legal requirements of each country. 

For the logistics, Food With You operates a warehouse in Denmark and handles the logistics matters for its clients.

Thomas Ridley is a food wholesaler in the United Kingdom. Serving mainly the catering industry, Thomas Ridley is the supplier to a portfolio of clients. Founded in 1808, the British wholesaler provides various product categories such as:

• Chilled & fresh
• Frozen
• Savory Grocery
• Sweet Grocery
• Drinks
• Household

Moreover, the company has also started to include gluten free as well as specialty products in its assortment.

Over the years, the company has begun to distribute several brands including Tilda, Celtic marches, Bacardi, bd foods, bounty, wrapmaster, wrights, wyke etc.

Presently, Thomas Ridley presents itself as the supplier of the following business food services:

• Catering
• Education
• Healthcare
• Hospitality
• Hotels
• Restaurants

The company has also access to the retail sector with the acquisition of local and regional range in reference to delis, garden centres, farms cafés and farm shops.

In 2015, a year after acquiring Elveden Fine food and Taste of Anglia, the wholesaler opened up a local distribution center in Kent to boost its sales. This also enabled more deliveries in that region. The company also provided a fleet of trucks for the same distribution center. With the opening of this new distribution center, they aim to reach 70 million pounds of turnover. 

According to better wholesaling, Thomas Ridley has service levels attaining 99.6% with 130,000 products weekly and even hitting 100% in busy periods like Christmas. The wholesaler has also implemented the click & collect service for the cash and carry customers  which accounts for 4% of the business revenues.

Founded in 1993 by Angelika and Wiktor Sawosz, Brand Distribution Group deals with the import, export and distribution of quality products and service on the market. Its headquarters is based in Warsaw, Poland. 

Specialised in the FMCG sector, Brand Distribution Group is in the top 10 European leaders as FMCG distributors. 

Presently, the company has 6 offices located in Warsaw, Bialystok in Poland, Germany, Great Britain, Spain and Singapore. 

Brand Distribution Group’s clientele include domestic supermarket chains, international chain stores, wholesale dealers, distributors and the Horeca sector as well. Some of its clients are Tesco, Carrefour, Auchan, Zabka, Fresh market, etc. Moreover, the firm operates an online purchasing platform where customers can buy 24 hours a day. 

In the financial year 2020, Brand Distribution Group achieved a turnover of € 14.7 million. 

Furthermore, the importer won the “Debut of the Year” award in the annual “Golden Hundred of Enterprises in Podlasie” ranking in 2022. 

The imported products are available in several categories which are as follows: 

• Sweet grocery: coffee, sweets, chocolates, etc. 
• Savoury grocery: biscuits and snacks. 
• Frozen: a variety of ice creams. 
• Drinks: juices, water, syrups, etc. 
• Personal care: shower gels, deodorants, shampoos, etc. 
• Household: detergents, toilet papers, dishwashing liquids, etc. 

Brand Distribution Group endorses international FMCG brands such as Caprisun, Lenor, Nutella, Nivea, Jacobs, etc. 

Additionally, the firm offers its private label products which are as follows (not limited to): 

• Triumf: a brand of eco-friendly detergents. 
• Voll: a line of modern laundry detergents. 
• Di puro: a brand of cleaning wet wipes. 

In relation to its logistics solutions, the company operates 2 high storage warehouses with a total area of 5000m2. The deliveries are conducted via reliable and verified subcontractors and Brand Distribution Group also offers road, maritime and air transport services. Additionally, it has a new information system (ERP - Enterprise Resource Planning) and takes care of labelling, stickering, and packaging services.

Currently, the objective of the company is to establish an international holding company to coordinate the work of all its companies by 2025. 

The group’s online platform can be accessed on: https://bd24.pl/ 

Regal is a general importer which is based in Shanghai, China. The main purpose of the company is brand management. For brand marketing purposes, trade fairs are organised by the firm. Moreover, the products are mainly imported from Europe.

The importer distributes the products in the following regions:

• Beijing
• Northern china
• Southern china
• Central china
• Shanghai
• Shenzhen

Normally, the firm supplies to more than 1000 points of sales but the main clients are:

• JD
• Metro
• City shop
• City super
• Ole

Moreover, the importer provides its services in various sectors such as:  

• HoReCa - Shangri-La, The Ritz-Carlton, Four seasons, Hilton, Intercontinental hotels group, Starwood, Marriott, St Regis, Hyatt, Westin, Starbucks, Costa coffee, etc…
• E-commerce - JD.com, Amazon.cn, Cofco, VIP.com, etc…
• Retail (FMCG) - Metro, Carrefour, Auchan, Walmart, Vanguard, Ole, lifestyle market, etc...

In relation to the logistics management, the firm rented warehouses and fleet of vehicles for the smooth running of the supply chain.

In fact, the aim of the company is to maintain trade relations and fulfill the requirements of its clients in the operated sectors. 

Comedus is an importer which has been established in the year 2017 and is headquartered in Copenhagen, Denmark. The firm is focused on evolving food concepts and working with transparency.

The company provides high quality products with natural ingredients and no additives. The core products category is savory grocery and the firm offers their own brands which are known as:

• Sovs by max - Condiments are the specialty of this brand.
• Suppe by max - Soups are sold under this name.
• Fond by max - This brand is composed of condiments.

The firm distributes their products to general and discount retail chains such as Superbrugsen, Netto, Meny, Bilka, Føtex and Rema 1000.

Spécialités du Monde forms part of the three major European delicatessen groups, namely the Fleury Michon from France, Beretta from Italy, and Casademont from Spain-altogether, they made a partnership in 2008.

The company deals with wholesale trade (B2B) of meat products, whereby it imports from Western Europe (Spain and Italy) and export in Belgium. The company is in constant search of partnership, currently it has about 15 manufacturers across the world coming from Italy, Spain, America, and North Africa.

One of its product range consists of bacon which are available as roasted, cooked, dried raw, smoked and salted ham. There are also smoked, dry and cooked sausages. These products are exported under the brands of its partners, including private labels. Additionally, it also provides imported or manufactured antipasti.

Some of its clients are the retail customers and out of home catering, whereby 60% of its production is reserved for self-service and 40% for traditional retail stores. It is interesting to point out that 45% of its business consists of supporting retailers in their private label needs.

Fresh & Co, subsidiary of the Socopra group, provides chilled and frozen products. With various locations in Ile de France, the firm can carry out an average of 600 deliveries weekly with its 12 trucks.

The company has a dedicated team which keeps up with latest trends in different countries. The company imports products from the original countries following selected criterias and tests in the firm’s laboratories.

To ensure the products’ quality, the company makes use of certifications like:

• ISO 9002
• ISO 9001

The food concept revolves around world foods under the name:

• American flavors - Food from the United States and United Kingdom such as burgers, steaks and typical English delicacies
• Made in France - French meat (terroir) as well as delicatessens
• Spice & Tasty - Latin countries food such as tacos, italian cheeses, guacamole etc

Hainan is popularly known as an airline company founded in 1993 which was initially a local aviation company and now is a conglomerate covering units like :

• Aviation
• Holdings
• Capital Tourism
• Logistics

The company’s principal business activities includes merchandise wholesaling and retailing. The importer distributes products such as jewelry, cosmetics, home appliances, electrical equipments, etc,.. in supermarkets and department stores. The firm does not only provide their services in wholesale and retail sector but also in property business and financial businesses. Most of their business activities are conducted in the northwest of China, North China and Central China.

The assets of the company accounts for more than 600 billion Yuan with 11 listed companies.

The retail distribution segment covers 33 provinces in 7 regions which includes 1374 chain stores of NCS, 500,000 franchises of ACFSMC and 340 shopping malls and supermarkets.

Concerning its products, the company has 600 brands from NCS and 11 logistics centers as well as an e-commerce platform. The logistic centers are located in 18 provinces including 2 cold chain logistic companies.

Furthermore, the conglomerate has a food processing unit, providing premium food items to offline stores as well as online ones.

The firm’s target for the next 5 years include merging 1-2 import & export companies and fostering 2 listed companies which diversify in supply chain.

Currently, the firm employs 450 people to work towards the goal of the business.

Vladex is recognised as a wholesaler in the Netherlands. Founded in 2001, Vladex initially dealt only with 2 major clients : United Nation Missions and Military bases. Following its expansion, the wholesaler's activities stretched to ship supply and wholesaling of food and non-food products.

Nowadays, Vladex has a portfolio of clients such as wholesalers, supermarket chains, ship chandlers, oil and gas platforms and food services transactioning with military operations.

In 2015, Vladex was acquired by Salvo Grima Group from Malta, after which the company developed further.

Vladex achieved a turnover of € 1.4 million in 2019 and employed 12 people.

Vladex provides products under the following categories: 

• Savoury Grocery
• Drinks
• Sweet Grocery
• Dairy 
• Personal Care
• Household

Vladex also provides internationally recognised brands such as: Coca-cola, Kelloggs, Lux, Mars etc.

The firm’s private labels include Valleydays and Rossoro both dealing in the grocery categories.

Gourmet Partners is an importer which has been established in the year 2010 and is headquartered in Prague, Czech Republic. The firm is the exclusive importer and distributor of famous brands in the Czech and Slovak market. Clients can purchase products online through the firm’s e-commerce platform. 

Gourmet Partners achieved a turnover of € 1.20 million in 2018 which indicates that the company’s turnover has grown by 58% as compared to 2017. 

The products categories include:

• Sweet grocery: jams, coffee, chocolate, etc.

• Savory grocery: vinegars, salt, oils, etc.

• Drinks: wines

• Dairy: cheese

The importer has a bio line which consists of products such as:

• Drinking chocolate

• Whole beans coffee

• Ground coffee

• Organic rustic terrine

The company also owns a gluten free assortment, which includes:

• Duck terrine

• Chicken liver confit

• Pork liver pate

• Farmhouse terrine

There are various advantages in working with Gourmet Partners as they offer high quality goods at lower prices. The goods are always in stock thus fast delivery is definite. Also, the clients have the possibility to pick up the goods directly from the warehouse.

Gourmet Partners’s online shop can be accessed on www.gourmet-partners.cz

Founded in 2012, Artania is an importer and distributor of seafood products. Its headquarters is based in Marupe, Latvia. The company sources its products from countries such as Norway, Great Britain, Iceland, Scotland, Morocco and many others. 

Moreover, the firm is also indulged in export activities. Besides, Artania participated in the Seafood Expo Global 2022 where it had its own stand. 

In the financial year 2020, Artania achieved a turnover of € 10.8 million. 

Furthermore, the business offers a variety of fish products in the Frozen category which are as follows: 

• Pelagic fish
• White fish 
• Salmon products 

Brands such as Savorin, Mackerel, Herring, Capelin, Squid, Saithe, Hake, Sardina, etc, are endorsed by the firm.

Pertaining to its logistics solutions, the business uses the seaport in the Baltic region to manage its import and export activities. 

Global synergy is known as a private label company in Greece. Founded in 2011, the company is under the ownership of Elgeka. Presently, Global synergy acts as a networking platform whereby trade agreements and long- term co-operations are planned. The firm is the largest specialised private label company in the country. 

The business achieved a turnover of € 27.67 million in 2020 and employs 18 people. 

Global Synergy holds certifications pertaining to the IFS Broker standards, BRC Agents & Brokers, and ISO 9001: 2015.

Its main activity lies in the wholesale of food products including the following categories:

• Savory Grocery: rice, pasta, pet food, ready-meals, etc.
• Sweet Grocery: sweet canned foods, biscuits, seasonal confectionery, sugar, breakfast cereals, etc.
• Dairy: milk, cream, cheese, etc
• Drinks: ice tea, carbonated drinks, non-carbonated drinks, etc
• Frozen Food: ice-cream, fish,seafood, starters,etc.
• Personal Care: baby care, lotion, cream, etc
• Household: a range of cleaning supplies

The company owns 664 brands, some of which are:

• SeaSide: a range of frozen seafood items 
• Marini: offers products in the sweet grocery category such as puff pastry, cookies, etc. 
• Feel Happy: offers packaged snacks such as pancakes
• Arome Du Cafe: an assortment of coffee products

Additionally, around 450 Private Labels are also endorsed by the company. 

Global synergy provides services such as Buying & Selling products, B2B Marketing, Logistics, and Quality Control. 

The firm has 99 local suppliers and 39 foreign suppliers. 3 laboratories are also in charge of quality control.  

All sorts of suppliers and manufacturers can benefit from the Global synergy distribution channel while retailers and wholesalers can purchase certified products without necessarily conducting market research and other negotiations.

All products undergo quality control tests before being launched on the market. 

The importer also has foreign contacts for clients who want private labels from abroad.

Logistics services are taken care of by Diakinisis, another subsidiary of Elgeka group, The warehouse space is 180000 m2 and hygiene and safety factors are taken into consideration when stocking the products. Modern trucks take care of the delivery of the orders.

With regards to the environment, Global Synergy indulges in several measures. For instance, the business has contributed 2,845 blue bins and 6 vehicles for the collection of recyclable packaging.

Founded in 2003, Latinex is an importer and manufacturer of premium foods from around the world. The product involves mainly quality everyday products. The product categories involves: mainly savory grocery and sweet grocery including the following products:

• Biscuits
• Syrup
• Chocolate
• Sauces
• Spices
• Pastas
• Gluten-free

The importer presently works with 9 brands which can be found in supermarkets, emporiums, specialty stores, bakeries and butchers across Brazil.

The fitfood brand which is the importer’s own brand is the most popular among Brazilians who are known to be health conscious and there is a high demand for Latinex to bring gluten-free, protein-rich, vegan and non-transgenic products.
Another own brand by Latinex : Smart spices has already established its position on the market with over 40 product ranges of seasonings. U-chef with the label of "dummies" was launched in 2016 signed by Chef Erick are spices range. While Frontera represents snacks, pepper sauces and dips and Taste&co are condiments featuring ready-made cheese sauces.

Latinex also imports international brands like Tyrells,Swiss Miss, Skippy, Heide, and Merba.

To expand its professional network, the company started to export to the Arab market specially between 2005 to 2011. Indeed, Latinex exported biscuits, canned meat and fruits juices to Libya, Egypt, Syria etc.

Progressing in its expansion, the firm acquired Gouda’s Gilde waffles which is a caramel-stuffed cookies company. And since 2009, Latinex through its premium food import operations, started to target specialised retail outlets like emporiums and delicatessens. Presently, the trading company is working on improving its export units and aims to restart foreign sales.

DMI is a food importer based in Slovakia, providing the following products: Meat, cheese, fish, seafoods, pasta, oils, olives, canned foods and sterilized items. The company, founded in 2002, sources products from different parts of the world and has a portfolio of clients who are mainly from the retail and HoReCa sectors. They are as follows:

• Ufo
• Savage Garden
• Aucafe, Parcafe
• La Lanterna
• El Gaucho
• Bonjour
• Molo Restaurant
• I Love Pizza
• Metro
• Market Centrum
• Kon-Rad
• Apollo
• Holiday Inn

The clients from the retail sector are:

• Tesco
• Carrefour
• COOP
• Diligentia
• Billa

The categories DMI Trading works with are, savory grocery, frozen and chilled. The food items provided by the latter includes seafood, cheese, condiments, meat, pasta, rice etc.

The products are sourced from European manufacturers like:

• Stuhrk delicatessen (Germany)
• Salumificio Fratelli Beretta, Zarpellon, Brimi, Zarotti, Grandi Pastai, Oleificio Speroni, Novafrutta, Liquori (Italy)
• Caula, Velmar (Spain)
• Fleischwaren Berger, Käsemacher, Handl Tyrol (Austria)
• Losica (Czech Republic)
• Viciunai Group (Lithuania)
• Agustson, Dansti Seafood (Denmark)
• Kladesholmen, Lohmanders (Sweden)
• Interme, Zandbergen (Netherlands)
• etc

DMI carefully selects international brands to work with and below are a few examples:

• Fratelli Beretta
• Handl Tyrol
• Die Kasemacher
• Grandi Pastai
• Stuhrk Delicatessen
• Genussmanufaktur wine
• Agustson
• Embutidos Caula
• Kladesholmenseafood
• Klades Holmen

CTS is a major player in the distribution field in Canada. The importer, established in 1988, is focussed on supplying independent supermarkets in Quebec and Ontario. CTS Food Brokers offers over 2000 references. 

The company works with over 600 independent stores including Loblaws, Adonis, Supermarche PA, etc. 

In 2016, CTS Food Brokers reached a turnover of € 28.9 million and employed 55 persons.

 Their products assortment consist of the following categories:

• Savory Grocery: sauces, pasta, oils, canned foods, snacks, etc.
• Sweet Grocery: granola bars, sweet canned foods, industrial pastries, etc.
• Chilled & Fresh Food: meat, charcuterie, snacks, etc.
• Frozen Food: vegetables, ready-meals, starters, seafood, etc.
• Dairy: a range of cheeses

Furthermore, the company also offers plant-based and organic products. 

Some of the brands offered include Famiglia, Alexakis, Nanuk, Dom Specialty, Watson Ridge, etc. 

In addition to this, CTS Food Brokers is the exclusive distributor for Canadian brands like Maple Leaf & Scheneiders and O Sole Mio in Quebec. 

CTS Food Brokers also offers products under its private labels which are:

• Ilios: a range of food items such as vegetables, pizza, pies, cheese, pasta, etc. 
• Oros: food items such as vinegar, canned food, olive oil, etc. 

CTS Food Brokers operates 3 warehouses and has a fleet of 10 delivery trucks. 

CTS Food Brokers sources products from different parts of the world. The company purchases products in bulk from Europe. 

UPDATES ON CTS FOOD BROKERS ON 28/08/2020

CTS Food Brokers is currently looking for products in the following categories:

• Dairy: yogurts, desserts, cheese, etc.
• Frozen Food: desserts, seafood, starters, meat, bakery, etc.
• Savory Grocery: soups, sauces, crisps, snack, etc. 
• Sweet Grocery: biscuits, sweet canned food, ambient desserts, etc.

CTS Food Brokers is interested in brands as well as products for private labels.

European Confections is a wholesaler, importer, distributor, and sales & marketing agency. The company was founded by Yaniv and Uri Zohar in 2006. They started by creating  a family owned bakery of homemade cookies named Elsa’s Story which was based in Israel. Shortly after, European Confections was established. European Confections provides sweet and savory treats from Europe to American retailers. It is headquartered in New York, USA.

Moreover, European Confections offers rebranding and designing of products on request. The company also develops private labels for its customers.

 European Confections deals with various grocery outlets, major retail chains and retailers such as Walmart, Sam’s Club, Target, Dollar Tree, Walgreens, Kroger, AWG and many more.

 European Confections provides numerous products in the following categories:

• Savory Grocery: crackers, spreads and many more.
• Sweet Grocery: cakes, chocolates, candy, etc.

The firm deals with a wide range of European brands like Nora, Lazzaroni, Lambertz, Socado, to name a few.

European Confections works with over 40 different factories in Eastern and Western Europe, India and South America. The firm has sourcing offices for products and packaging located in Ukraine, Israel, and China.

European Confections’ warehouses and offices are located in Atlanta, New Jersey, Norfolk, Chicago, New Hampshire and Iowa. 

The firm helps companies to comply with FDA & Labeling regulations. European Confections handles custom clearance as well.

Vat 33 is a Czech importer and distributor of high quality cheeses from Europe. The trading company was founded in 1993. It is headquartered in Labem.

The company took part in the food fair in Germany in 2019.

Vat 33 deals with major retail chains and independent retailers in Czech Republic and Slovakia such as Tesco, Kaufland, Macro, etc. Furthermore, the firm also supplies to the e-commerce platform, Rohlik.

Moreover, Vat 33 was reported to achieve a turnover of € 2.21 million in 2015. The business employs a total of 13 people.

Vat 33 offers over 1000 references in the dairy category. The company provides a wide variety of European cheeses such as Gouda, Swiss cheese, Cheddar and many more. The enterprise also introduced vegan cheese to its portfolio.

The company works with brands from European countries such as Concept Fresh, Goody Foody, Eatlean, Dilano, Frico, etc.

Vat 33 brings in its products from countries like Holland, Denmark, Germany, Great Britain, Italy, France, Slovakia, Croatia, Austria and Greece. It provides both national and regional cheeses. 

Corp JVJV is an importer which has been established in the year 2006 and is headquartered in Novi Sad, Serbia. Its customers count to 3000 which are exclusively from the HoReCa sector.

The importer offers a portfolio of over 2500 SKUs under the following categories:

• Chilled & fresh
• Dairy
• Savory grocery
• Sweet grocery
• Drinks

The company provides brands (Corpezza & Antico) as well as its private brands which are known as:

• Carnivale (warm chocolates)

A key factor about the company is that it prefers to collaborate with European suppliers however Corp JVJV is open to non-European suppliers as well.

Pertaining to the supply chain, the importer operates 2 warehouses and has a fleet of 70 vehicles to conduct its deliveries efficiently.

In the financial year 2017, the company amounted a revenue of 20 million euros. Corp JVJV has a dedicated entrepreneurial team of 150 employees working towards the goal of the business.

Founded in 2002 and based in Slovakia, Impol is an importer specialised in food items. The company has its own storage and office space, distributing its products to the entire sales network within the Slovak republic. 

Impol's distribution network also extends to Czech Republic, Hungary and Poland, striving for even more professional connections. The company also wants to initiate consumers and business partners to international brands.

Over the years, Impol has established a professional network through partners such as Tesco, Metro, Bill, Hypernova, Kaufland, etc.

Impol achieves an annual turnover of around € 41 million. 

Various products are offered under the following categories:

• Drinks: juice, cocktail, mojito, etc
• Wine & Spirits: a range of alcoholic drinks
• Dairy: cheese, butter, cream, etc
• Sweet grocery: cooca, coffee, cherry stick, etc
• Savory grocery: oil, pastry, party mix, etc

Brands such as Maslo, Feta, Bolero, Rollton, etc, are endorsed by the products.

Apart from providing internationally acclaimed brands, the company has also developed its private labels:

• Family: daily food items like ketchup, cheese, etc
• Dobry Syr: offers a range of cheeses
• Gazdovsky dvor: offers pork and beef products

Impol owns certifications such as SGS and Bureau Veritas.

The firm’s suppliers include Atlanta, Bakoma, Biofood, Polmlek, etc.

With regards to logistics, Impol stores its products in 2 sections: 1346 pallets for dry storage and 758 pallets for milk storage. 

XO Foods is an importer which was established in 2008 and is headquartered in Praha, Czech Republic. The importer sources its products from South America, USA, Australia, New Zealand, France, Italy, Switzerland and from many other countries as well.

XO Foods offers fine dining products to the HoReCa sector exclusively, focusing on Central Europe specifically Czech Republic, Slovakia and Hungary.

In the financial year 2017, the company achieved a total turnover of € 13.5 million which demonstrates that XO foods has experienced a rise of 31% in revenue compared to 2016. With the cooperation and dedication of its 75 employees, XO Foods is able to run its business smoothly.

90% of their product assortment is available in their warehouse on a daily basis.

XO Foods offers a diversified assortment of products under the following categories:

• Chilled & fresh foods:pork, beef, chicken, caviar, etc.

• Frozen foods: beef, pork, lamb, etc.

• Sweet grocery: bread, etc.

• Dairy: eggs, butter, cheese, etc.

Pertaining to the logistics solutions, the company operates a fleet of vehicles to conduct its deliveries.  

The company’s aim is to be the main supplier of hotels, restaurants and caterings in Central Europe, but also to support the chefs equally in the development of their ideas.

UPDATE ON XO FOODS ON 07/01/2020

For 2020, XO Foods is interested in products in the following categories:

• Chilled & Fresh foods: fresh meat

• Frozen Foods: fruits, vegetables, meat

• Dairy: Cheese

XO Foods is interested in products for its private labels. 

Greenland Zhongxuan (shanghai) International Trade is an importer of various consumer products since 2014. The company is a subsidiary of Greenland Business Group, a Chinese company which was founded in 2005.

The firm purchases low cost value global products of high standards, from five continents mainly from Europe, United States, Australia, New Zealand, Southeast Asia and other places. The global sourcing department covers different products from drinks to diapers.

The company imports food items which are later distributed retail stores. The variety of imported food included more than 15000 SKUs.

The private labels of the importer includes:

• G Kids
• G coffee
• G Kitchen
• G Fresh

More informations can be found on its product catalogs which can be accessed on the site:

http://greenland1.diytrade.com/sdp/2916622/4/pl-7737105/0.html

Founded in 1999 and based in the UK, Golden Acre Foods aims to provide high-quality food and drink on the market, acting as a bridge between producers and retailers. Furthermore, operating across 15 countries, it also sources and distributes great foods from around the world to wholesalers, foodservice customers, major multiples, etc, in the UK and Ireland. 

The firm supplies its products to major supermarkets, wholesalers, and foodservice operators across the country, forming an association with brands such as Tesco, ASDA, Morrisons, etc. 

With around 32 people in its workforce, Golden Acre Foods generates a turnover of € 87.2 million.

Several products are offered under various categories such as:

• Dairy Products: cheese, milk, butter, etc
• Savory Grocery: Soups, Pickled Herring, Hot Smoked Fillets, etc
• Drinks:  a range of protein drinks is available 
• Frozen Food: Ham, Sausage, Salami, etc
• Chilled and Fresh Food: Pastry, Dough, and many more

Moreover, the business also offers various services such as product development, supply chain solutions, market insights, etc. 

The company owns several private labels including (but not limited to): 

• Golden Acre: provides a range of yoghurt
• Najma: offers a range of low-fat milk drink
• Enjoy!: offers a range of specialist cooked and cured meats

The business provides items which are fat-free, halal, and recently, it has removed added sugar from its range of yoghurts. 

Regarding certifications, the company is BRC certified. 

Golden Acre Foods is looking for suppliers who can offer spirits from countries such as Romania, Estonia, Lithuania, etc. Furthermore, it is also interested in procuring beers from countries such as Hungary or Asian countries. The company has several specifications such as pricing should not exceed € 40 per bottle and the producer should have big production facilities.  

With regards to the environment, the firm aims to become carbon Neutral by 2025. Additionally, it also indulges in projects such as partnership with Woodland Trust to launch a Golden Acre of new trees in Langley Vale. The company also supports various national and local charities across the UK. 

In 2021, the business launched 5 new products under its private label Najma, becoming the leading halal brand in the UK. 

Founded in 1996, Global Wines is an importer and distributor of branded alcoholic beverages and delicatessens in the Czech market. Its headquarters is based in Prague, Czech Republic. The company sources its products from countries such as Italy, France, Spain, America, Australia, Hungary, Portugal, Germany, Chile and many others. 

Concerning its distribution channels, Global Wines & Spirits distributes its products in the HoReCa sector mainly. Currently, the business offers more than 2,500 references in its e-shop and operates 10 stores across the country. 

In the financial year 2020, Global Wines & Spirits achieved a turnover of € 24.7 million and employed more than 60 people. 

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

• Wine & spirits: wines, whiskey, vodka, tequila, etc. 
• Drinks: lemonade, water, non-alcoholic wines, etc. 
• Chilled & fresh: duck pate, chicken pate, beef pate, etc. 

Brands such as Kadrnka, Bottega, Canevel, Gosset, Johnie Walker, Marconi, Metaxa, Pampero, Remy Martin, Sapphire, Jack Daniel, etc, are endorsed by the firm. 

Furthermore, the firm maintains the highest quality standards as it is certified by APEK. 

Pertaining to its logistics solutions, the importer partnered with Renasped courier service company to conduct its deliveries. 

With regards to community service, Global Wines & Spirits supports the Barriers Account as a contribution of CZK 1 is made when each bottle is sold on the online store. 

The company’s online shop can be accessed on: https://www.global-wines.cz/ 

Mitsui & Co can be defined as a general importer based in Japan. Founded in 1947, the company has expertise is various sectors such as Metals, Machinery, Business development, Chemicals, Energy, Lifestyle, Innovation & corporate development. Among these divisions, can be found sub units like logistics, Finance, Risk Management and Digital transformation.

The chemical division is segmented into Nutrition & Agriculture business unit. This unit occupies the chemical production such as fertilizers, agrochemical feeds etc, while the lifestyle section involves the food business unit which is all about food production including marketing and processing. Another division relating to food is the food and retail business division which concerns food development, quality control and logistics expertise, all focussed on consumer businesses.

Mitsui also supports retail business through provision of functions like logistics, product planning and development capabilities using Demand Chain Management systems. Other features like import/export, in-market and international trading also forms part of the retail support businesses.

Product types which are involved in the wholesaling operations of Mitsui are processed foods, frozen foods, confectionery, pet foods etc.

Key projects relating to the food industry in which the importer is engaged are as follows:

• Food wholesaling: Mitsui Foods Co., Ltd. (Japan)
• DCM business with Seven and I Holdings Co., Ltd. (Japan, USA, China)
• 7-Eleven store operation in the Chinese city of Chongqing (China)
• Cooking oil processing: Ventura Foods LLC (USA)
• Eataly Asia Pacific store operation (Japan)
• Fast Moving Consumer Goods business: GCPPL (India)
• International logistics centre operation: MCC Logistics Korea Ltd. (Korea)

Furthermore, Mitsui is always participating in food-focussed activities such as:

• Food technology venture business in the United States
• Italian food retail, dining and wholesaling in Japan and Asia Pacific region
• Manufacture and sale of processes tomato products

Subsidiaries with reference to the food business unit involves:

• PRI Foods – Manufacturer, processing and sales of broilers 
• Toho Bussan kaisha – Importer in the agricultural sector as well as marine sector
• United Grain Coperation of Oregon – Grain trading
• Agricola Xingsu – Production of grain
• Mitsui Norin – Food product manufacture and sales in Japan
• Mitsui Alimentos – Coffee beans export
• Feed one - Mixed feeds, animal and fishery feeds production
• Mitsui Sugar – Refined sugar production
• Kadoya Sesame mills incorporated – Vegetable oil refinery
• Starzen – Meat process and sales as well as production

Founded in 1967, Ardau Weinimport is an importer and distributor of delicatessens and alcoholic beverages. Its headquarters is based in Troisdorf, Germany. The company sources its products from Australia, Sweden, Spain, Portugal, France and many others. 

Concerning its distribution channels, the business distributes its products to more than 1,200 retailers and mail-order companies. Some of its clients are Bayer AG, Karstadt AG, Deutsche Lufthansa, B. Hoechst AG, etc. Besides, Ardau Weinimport operates an online shop as well. 

Furthermore, the firm achieves an annual turnover not exceeding € 9 million and employs more than 19 people. 

Moreover, the company provides a variety of goods in the following categories: 

• Savoury grocery: canned fish, vinegar, oils, etc. 
• Sweet grocery: chocolates only. 
• Wine & spirits: wines, gin, brandy, etc. 

Brands such as Flamencas, Aglio, Agramont, Ardal, Haurie, Dactari, etc, are endorsed by the firm. 

Pertaining to its logistics solutions, Ardau Weinimport operates its own warehouse and deliveries are done within 24-48 hours by its logistics service provider company. 

The company’s online shop can be accessed on: https://shop.ardau.de/ 

Founded in 1992 by Tim and Evelyn, Eurovines is a drinks importer and wholesaler. Its headquarters is based in Seaview, United Kingdom. The company specialises in organic and biodynamic wines. Eurovines sources its products from Italy, Australia, Chile, Spain, France and more. 

Additionally, the business also operates an online store. 

Eurovines provides services such as onsite wine tasting, informative customer evenings and customer wine list production. Furthermore, the business also provides in-house staff training thus permitting a high end customer satisfaction. 

In the financial year 2020, Eurovines achieved a turnover not exceeding € 12 million and employed not more than 50 people. 

Moreover, the firm deals exclusively in the following categories: 

• Drinks: water, juices, fizzy drinks, etc. 
• Wine & spirits: wines, beers, ciders, etc. 

In addition, the importer endorses multiple brands such as Chardonnay, Sauvignon, Brut, etc. Eurovines provides healthier product choices as it provides a range of organic and bio products.  

Pertaining to its logistics solutions, the business operates its national warehouse thus optimising its supply chain. 

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

Established 30 years ago by Carlos Salvador, Silca Import AG is an importer and distributor of Iberian products from Spain and Portugal. Its headquarters is based in Hamburg, Germany. 

Concerning its distribution channels, the business distributes its products in the retail and HoReCa sector as well. 

Silca Import AG achieves an annual turnover of more than €5 million and employs over 10 people. 

Silca Import AG offers a wide assortment of products in the following categories: 

• Wine & Spirits: wines, brandy, gin, etc. 
• Savoury grocery: olive oils and canned fish. 
• Frozen: An extensive range of sea delicacies. 
• Dairy: a range of cheeses. 

Brands such as Apostoles, Sherry, Porto Calem, Vermouth, Nordes and many others are endorsed by the firm. 

Pertaining to its logistics solutions, the business operates a high-bay warehouse with cold storage and a fleet of vehicles to manage its deliveries. 

Wine4you is an importer which has been established in the year 2004 by Jaroslaw Cybulski who is a professional with a 24 years of experience in the wine industry. The headquarters is based in Piaseczno, Poland. The firm is indulged into B2B activities and provides their services in the HoReCa sector. Moreover, the firm has their online shop namely: Wine4you 

A portfolio of divers wines are available in the firm which are imported from countries such as Chile, Austria, Argentina, California, New Zealand, Italy, Spain, France, Germany, Portugal, etc...

Furthermore, the firm has partnered with renowned suppliers such as:

• Louis Roederer
• Jean-marc brocard
• Marques de murrieta
• Andre lurton

Besides, in order to boost the knowledge of customers on wine, the firm organises wine workshops during which consumers get the opportunity to taste different kind of wines from around the world.  

DS Distribution was established in France in 2010, following a merger between DEM and SDO which have both been operating since the 1960s. DS Distribution is an importer, wholesaler, distributor and service provider.

DS Distribution operates under the following areas:

• Hygiene & Beauty: a distributor of hygiene and beauty care
• Cultural: a distributor of videos, music,video games, etc.
• Technical: a distributor of products such as computer games

The business also provides marketing services in order to promote the various brands it works with.

At present, DS Distribution supplies over 5000 point of sales. 

There are 130 people working for the company. In 2020, DS Distribution achieved a turnover of €3.98 million

DS Distribution offers products in the following categories:

• Personal Care: hygiene, oral care, makeup, baby care, etc.
• Household: various cleaning products

DS Distribution, staying in line with the latest market trends, sources plant-based, organic as well as low priced items for its clients. 

Some of the brands it provides are Wet N Wild, Carryboo, Aera Nature, etc. 

The firm imports its products from countries such as the USA. Moreover, several French brands are also available. 

Regarding the logistics, DS Distribution operates 3 logistics platforms in France.

Founded in 1980, Aal Mir Group is an importer and distributor in the FMCG industry across the UAE and Oman. Its headquarters is based in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. Today, the company has a distribution portfolio of over 30 leading internationally recognised brands and more than 1,000 products. 

The company focuses on brand management, marketing, sales, customer service, logistics, key account management, route to market and merchandising of products in an efficient manner. 

With regards to its distribution channels, the business distributes its products to supermarkets, grocery stores, duty free shops and convenience stores as well. Aal Mir Group also exports its products in countries such as India, Pakistan and certain African countries. 

Aal Mir Group’s turnover ranges from €5 to €10 million and has a dedicated team of over 700 employees. 

Moreover, the enterprise provides a large assortment of food and non-food products in the following categories: 

• Sweet grocery: biscuits, chocolates, snacks, etc. 
• Savoury grocery: rice and pasta.
• Drinks: flavoured juices. 
• Personal care: beauty soaps. 
• Household: sanitizers, disinfectants, detergents, etc. 

Brands such as Big Bom, Antonelli, Aras, Arcor, Cerella, Cagla, Ulker, Orion, Bazooka, Farah, Kalyon and many others are endorsed by the firm. Furthermore, Aal Mir Group also offers a range of gluten-free products in its portfolio. 

Aal Mir Group maintains the highest quality standards as it complies with HACCP and ISO Standards. 

Pertaining to its logistics solutions, Aal Mir Group operates a temperature-controlled facility which has in-house co-packing facilities as well. Moreover, a fleet of over 200 temperature-controlled vans and trucks are available to ensure deliveries within 48 hours. 

AGSS is a general importer which was established in 1976 and is based in Ajman, United Arab Emirates. AGSS is the main distributor of Japanese foodstuffs in UAE. AGSS operates 4 offices in the UAE.

AGSS supplies hotels, supermarkets, cruise ships, food industry, hospitals, clinics, Japanese restaurants, etc. AGSS serves clients in the UAE, GCC countries, MENA region, India, Pakistan, etc. 

AGSS employs around 25 people and its turnover is around  €3.3 million.

Some of the products that are provided by the importer are as follows:

• Frozen Food: fish, vegetables, fruits, sushi, etc.
• Savory Grocery: rice, sauces.

In relation to the logistics, AGSS manages a boat fleet that consists of tug boats, supply boats and barges. 

The firm has a modern warehousing system and provides home delivery system in UAE.

Furthermore, the firm has been certified by HACCP.

Founded in 1987, ELC is an importer and distributor of food and drinks products. Its headquarters is based in Lichfield, United Kingdom. The firm sources its products across Europe.  

The company’s distribution channels include wholesalers and the Horeca industry across the UK. Moreover, the firm operates an online store as well. It is noteworthy that ELC offers free shipping and return on all orders over $99. 

In the financial year 2020, ELC achieved a turnover of € 15 million and has a workforce not exceeding 50 people in its organisation. 

Furthermore, ELC provides a variety of products in the following categories: 

• Sweet grocery: bread, mini cakes, biscuits, etc.
• Savoury grocery: flour, canned goods, spices, etc. 
• Frozen: burgers, dough, lasagne, etc. 
• Chilled & fresh: cheese, bacon, sausages, etc. 
• Drinks: soft drinks only. 

ELC endorses multiple brands such as Duchess Marble, Napolitan, Jumbo Rolls, Dutch Shortbread, etc. 

Pertaining to its logistics solutions, the company operates 3 warehouses with a total of 110,000 square feet. 

ELC’s online store can be accessed on: http://elcuk.com/

Maison Johanes Boubee is a wine trading and bottling company based in Bordeaux, France. The company was acquired by Prodis Boissons, part of Promodes Group,  in 1999. Following a merger between Promodes Group and Carrefour, Maison Johanes Boubee became a subsidiary of Carrefour Group. Maison Johanes Boubee offers around 2500 references. 

Maison Johanes Boubee distributes not only across France but also exports to over 50 countries. For the export market, Maison Johanes Boubee develops private labels and packaging solutions as per its clients’ requirements. The company also supplies all Carrefour stores in France. 

Maison Johanes Boubee achieves an annual turnover of € 993 million. The turnover from its exports amounts to € 65 million. At present, Maison Johanes Boubee employs 600 people.

The business has also received several industry medals over time.

Maison Johanes Boubee offers products in the drinks category such as wine, sparkling wine, spirits, syrups, etc. 

The company works with over 300 estates, castles and cooperative cellars. To ensure that high quality is maintained, regular quality control tests are carried out all stages in the bottling and packing processes. 

It must be noted that Maison Johanes Boubee operates 6 facilities in France, including 3 bottling facilities. The firm also manages 14 pacing lines. Maison Johanes Boubee ensures that its facilities are located close to French wine-growing regions. 

Maison Johanes Boubee has a total warehouse floor area of 130000 m2. 

Founded in 1989, Diba Charm is a Croatian company specialised in the import of cosmetics and personal care products. Indeed, the company deals in the distribution of brands from around the world, many of which have been established in the Croatian Market by Diba-Charm.

Diba Charm operates its stores under the banner Charm. 

Diba Charm’s turnover is € 2.1 million and the company employs 8 people. 

Diba Charm offers products in the personal care category including face care, skincare, hair care, fragrances, etc.

Some of the brands offered include Babyliss, Revlon, Disney, Umbro, Hello Kitty, Kiss, Oh So Heavenly, etc. 

CM Londou is an importer which has been established in the year 1987 by Christakis and Eleni Londou. The headquarters is based in Larnaca, Cyprus. The firm provides their services in the Cyprus market and the HoReCa sector by importing products from Europe.

A wide assortment of goods can be found under the following categories:

• Drinks
• Savory grocery
• Sweet grocery
• Dairy

Furthermore, the company supplies their products to approximately 2100 point of sales and some of clients are as follows:

• Sklavenitis
• Metro
• Alfa mega
• Hilton hotel
• Four seasons hotel

The company offers some well recognised brands in the Cyprus market among which some are listed below:

• Fuchs
• Durum
• Makedoniki
• Calnort
• Ehrmann
• Scotti
• D’arbo
• Halta

Additionally, the firm owns 3 warehouses measuring 2500 square meters and provides logistics solutions by operating a fleet of vans and minivans.

In the financial year 2016, the firm achieved a turnover of 3 million euros with the cooperation of their 35 employees.