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.

Comperio s.r.o., founded in 1999 and headquartered in Prague, Czech Republic, is a prominent food importer and distributor specializing in FMCG products such as ambient and chilled foods. Initially focused on high-quality meat products sourced from small and medium-sized producers, Comperio has expanded its portfolio to include a variety of fine food products sought after by Czech consumers, including lard, pâtés, soups in glass jars, confectionery, biscuits, doughs, seasonings, dairy, bakery, and health foods.

The company's distribution network spans the Czech Republic and Slovakia, exporting to other countries as well. Comperio supplies over 5,000 stores across these markets, collaborating with more than 30 suppliers from over 15 countries, and catering to more than 170 customers including international retail chains, cash and carry outlets, and wholesalers. Their store presence comprises supermarkets, cash and carry shops, warehouses, and distribution centers.

Comperio manages a portfolio of over 200 original products including own private label brands such as Brick and TIXI, alongside well-known international brands like Arla, Vici, Rice Up, and Nestlé. It remains actively engaged in marketing initiatives through social media platforms, including consumer engagement via branded campaigns like the Brick Food Academy.

Financially, Comperio reported a turnover of approximately 10.9 million EUR in 2019. The company employs between 20 and 49 people within the Czech Republic, maintaining a focused yet versatile organizational structure to support its expanding operations in food distribution.

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. 

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 Sp. z o.o. sp. k. is a leading Polish importer and distributor specializing in a broad portfolio of unique, crafted, ultra-premium alcoholic beverages. Established in 2005 and headquartered in Łódź, Poland, the company has grown dynamically into one of the most prominent enterprises in its field within the country.

PINOT operates one of the largest selections of spirits in Poland, featuring several hundred varieties of whiskey from both renowned and boutique distilleries, an extensive range of the world's finest rums, premium gins, uniquely crafted vodkas, and wines sourced from the best vineyards globally. Their portfolio comprises nearly 10,000 items, catering to diverse market segments including specialist stores, retail chains, wholesalers, as well as the HoReCa (Hotel, Restaurant, Catering) sector.

The company maintains three logistic warehouses located in Warsaw, Łódź, and Kraków, ensuring reliable and timely delivery across Poland with relatively low logistical minimum order quantities. PINOT emphasizes tailored product offerings and flexible service models to meet the specific needs of various business clients, including special orders and limited edition spirits.

PINOT is known for its commitment to quality and authenticity, with a mission to awaken customers' desire to discover new taste profiles and experiences. This passion is reflected in their selection criteria, focusing on the quality, nobility, history, and origin of products. The company supports brand development and market positioning through extensive distribution channels combined with strategic marketing and consumer brand-building activities.

In recognition of their contribution to the promotion of Scotch whisky, founders Ewelina and Michał Stanisławczyk were inducted in 2019 as Keepers of the Quaich, a prestigious international honor.

Financially, PINOT reported a turnover in the range of EUR 10 to 50 million in 2023, with 22 employees recorded in 2020. They operate approximately eight brand stores in Poland, alongside multiple physical selling points across supermarkets, convenience stores, distribution centers, warehouses, and cash and carry formats, collectively numbering between 10 to 49 locations within the country.

Overall, PINOT stands as a significant and reliable partner for manufacturers and suppliers seeking distribution and market access in Poland's alcohol beverage segment, especially in food, drinks, and beauty-related retail channels.

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.

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

Naturali Food Ltd is a UK-based company founded in 2014 by Davide Toffoli, specializing in the distribution of Italian food and non-food brands primarily for retailers. The company acts on behalf of some of the most important European food brands and is recognized as a leader in the healthy food, ready meals, cured meat, cheese, hot drinks, sweet confectionery, and wine & spirits sectors.

Headquartered in London, Naturali Food operates with a strong emphasis on importing quality Italian FMCG products to the UK market. Their business model revolves around building long-term relationships with retailers and importers and providing consumers with high-value Italian products at a fair price. The group includes some of the largest Italian FMCG factories, with a collective turnover exceeding EUR 7 billion globally, enabling Naturali Food to leverage extensive international export networks.

Though the company itself is relatively small within the UK market—with an estimated turnover under 1 million euros and employing approximately 10 to 19 people—it maintains a focused portfolio centered on premium Italian products. It operates a limited number of physical points including distribution centers and warehouses to service clients efficiently. Naturali Food’s presence stretches beyond the UK through subsidiaries, including Naturali Food Russia, enhancing their reach across Europe and other regions. 

The company is registered in England & Wales under company number 11855150 and maintains a professional service standard committed to supporting key retailers and importers internationally. Their expertise lies in FMCG distribution, particularly within food, beverage, and beauty product categories, intended to facilitate suppliers and manufacturers seeking to penetrate the UK market with Italian brands.

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. 

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.

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 Buying Group (GSBG) is a leading private label company based in Greece, established in 2011. It operates primarily as a specialized food wholesaler and the largest certified private label company in the country. The company is part of the Elgeka group and serves as a networking platform facilitating trade agreements and long-term partnerships between local and international suppliers and various retailers and wholesalers.

GSBG endorses over 450 private labels with a portfolio comprising 664 brands, including SeaSide and Marini. The company operates with a focus on quality and safety, demonstrated by its implementation of stringent management systems certified under international standards ISO 9001:2015, BRC Agents & Brokers, and IFS Broker. The certification process is overseen by TÜV HELLAS to ensure compliance with high food safety and quality benchmarks.

Its core services include buying and selling products, B2B marketing, logistics, and quality control, the latter supported by three specialized laboratories performing rigorous quality tests before products hit the market. The company sources from 99 local and 39 international suppliers, offering a broad distribution channel for manufacturers and suppliers targeting the Greek retail sector.

GSBG’s logistics operations benefit from integration with Diakinisis, an Elgeka group subsidiary, which manages a modern warehouse spanning 180,000 m2. The warehouse is equipped to handle all temperature categories including ambient, refrigerated, and frozen goods, and utilizes modern truck fleets to ensure efficient delivery across Greece. Environmental initiatives include the provision of over 2,800 blue recycling bins and dedicated vehicles for packaging waste collection.

Financially, Global Synergy recorded a turnover of approximately €27.67 million in 2020. The company employs around 18 staff members domestically and operates primarily through warehouse facilities rather than a retail store network. This setup positions GSBG as an essential partner for manufacturers and suppliers of food, beverage, and beauty products looking for distribution and private label opportunities in the Greek market.

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 Trading Sk, s.r.o. is a Slovak company headquartered in Bratislava, specializing in the non-specialized wholesale of food, beverages, and tobacco products. Established in April 2002, the company operates primarily in the grocery merchant wholesaler sector, focusing on supplying diverse food categories including meat, fish, dairy products, confectionery, ethnic foods, frozen foods, fruits and vegetables, and organic health foods.

The company services predominantly gastro and retail businesses, emphasizing freshness and rapid delivery within the Bratislava region, with logistics capabilities including its own delivery fleet enabling deliveries within 24 hours and multiple daily deliveries in Bratislava and surroundings. DMI Trading maintains a broad product assortment tailored for foodservice and retail sectors, including meats, seafood, pasta, spices, oils, canned goods, and other staple food items, suggesting robust sourcing practices and diverse supplier partnerships.

With approximately 25 to 49 employees as of 2025 and operating a limited number of physical selling points primarily consisting of warehouses and distribution centers, DMI Trading functions mainly as a wholesaler and distributor rather than a retailer with multiple storefronts. Its business strategy highlights customer service, flexibility, and building long-term partnerships with clients in Slovakia.

Financially, the last publicly available data from 2020 reported net revenues of about €8.88 million, with a noted increase in net sales revenue of 22.96% reported for 2024, reflecting growth in its operating activities. The company holds a subscribed capital of approximately €332,275 and continues to develop its market presence in the Slovak FMCG wholesale sector.

Overall, DMI Trading Sk plays a key role in supplying food and related products to restaurants, retailers, and other foodservice providers in Slovakia, with a solid emphasis on fresh product availability, reliable delivery, and comprehensive product range spanning essential and specialty food categories.

CTS Food Brokers Inc. is a prominent Canadian food importer, wholesaler, and distributor headquartered in Montreal, Quebec, with operations servicing mainly independent supermarkets in the provinces of Quebec and Ontario. Established in 1988, the company initially focused on food brokering specializing in specialty deli and cheese products. Over time, CTS evolved into a comprehensive food distribution business, continuously expanding its product range to include deli meats, specialty cheeses, frozen foods, organic pasta, groceries, and other specialty food items sourced from Canadian and international manufacturers.

The company operates multiple distribution centers, including a significant 50,000 sq ft refrigerated, frozen, and ambient distribution facility in Montreal and an additional frozen warehouse of 29,000 sq ft, reflecting its strategic emphasis on frozen food categories in response to consumer demand. CTS also opened a second distribution center in Ottawa to cater to the Ottawa and Toronto markets, underscoring its footprint across Eastern Canada.

CTS manages an extensive portfolio of over 2,000 products and services a network of over 600 independent stores, predominantly supermarkets and grocery outlets. Its business model centers on providing a one-stop shop experience that optimizes selling and purchasing processes for both suppliers and retail clients. CTS has developed exclusive international partnerships, particularly in the cheese sector under CETA TRQ allocations, sourcing from European countries to serve Canadian specialty markets.

The company employs between 100 and 199 staff members locally and maintains sizeable warehouse and distribution infrastructure, positioning it as one of Quebec’s largest independent food distributors. Its range of selling points includes supermarkets servicing independent retailers, as well as its own distribution centers and warehouses that support effective supply chain operations.

CTS Food Brokers also has private label brands such as ILIOS and OROS, further diversifying its offerings beyond brokerage to include product development and branding services. With a revenue bracket estimated between 10 and 50 million euros (approximately $11.4 million CAD as of 2024), CTS continues to leverage supplier relationships and market insights to serve the evolving needs of specialty and grocery food markets in Canada.

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 CO. L.L.C, established in 1976, is a reputable company based in the United Arab Emirates with its head office in Ajman and branches in Dubai, Abu Dhabi, and Fujairah. It specializes in sourcing, importing, and distributing premium food products with a focus on the UAE market context. The company is recognized for its extensive expertise in the HORECA (Hotel, Restaurant, and Catering) sector, serving luxury hotels, restaurants, and catering services across the country.

AGSS prides itself on a strong distribution network that ensures efficient and timely delivery of food products and related items to its clients, along with a commitment to quality, customer satisfaction, and customer support. It is noted for delivering high-quality products, cutting-edge technologies, and exceptional services tailored to the diverse needs of its clientele.

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. 

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.

Vna Trade is an importer in Ukraine. The head office is found in Kiev, Ukraine. It has 15 years of work experience and it deals in beauty products including its own brands.

It has expanded its business by opening more than 1500 stores across Ukraine and it also owns 2 warehouses in order to store its goods prior to their distribution for sale. Furthermore, the enterprise provides its own brands under the category personal care such as:

• Giardini di bellezza - Products such as hair regeneration, hair nutrition, growth activator are available in this brand. Also it is interesting to know that in the year 2014, this brand won the prestigious private label 2014 National B2B award as Innovation of the year. The following year too, it won the private label 2015 National B2B award as contribution to the development of the product category.
• Myly-mylyny - Under this brand, products such as shampoo and hair mask are sold.
• Nua - It includes natural cosmetics such as restoring shampoo and mask with oats, dry shampoo and even shampoo with or without oil.
• Nua pro - This brand consists of shampoos that contains the minimum amount of unhealthy foaming agents.

Moreover in relation to its logistics, the firm has its own fleet of transportation to fulfill its requirements.

In fact, the aim of the importer is to promote its quality of products hence developing and releasing unique products for successful sales.

Owned by Karia OÜ and established in 2011, Karia Food is a foodservice company and an importer serving the horeca sector in Estonia. The firm owns 2 shops under the name KariaMarket.

In 2020, Karia Food achieved a turnover of €17.6 million and a total of 8 people are currently employed by Karia Food.

A variety of products such as meat, lamb, fish, turkey, etc, are offered in the frozen category.

Concerning logistics, its warehouse and cold store terminal are located in Tallinn and the firm also owns a fleet of temperature controlled trucks. 

Ponte Vertical is an importer and distributor of premium food and drinks which was established in 2011 in Portugal. Pont Vertical imports an array of Italian products but also provides products from other countries. Ponte Vertical also markets different brands. 

Ponte Vertical clients include businesses in the HoReCa sector.

Ponte Vertical offers products in the following categories:

• Savory Grocery: canned food, condiments, pasta, sauces, etc.

• Sweet Grocery: cereals, coffee, biscuits, etc.

• Drinks: a wide range of juices and smoothies

• Frozen Food: yoghurt, drinks, pastries, etc.

Brands is the exclusive distributor for brands like Colman’s, Caffe Corsini, Baxters, Kikkoman, Valfrutta, etc. 

Founded in 1967, Kallas Papadopoulos is an importer and distributor of food and non-food products. Its headquarters is based in Acharnes, Greece. The company sources its products from countries such as Belgium, Thailand, Romania, Hungary, Germany, Brazil, Poland and many more. 

Presently, the enterprise conducts its business in 6 countries and is engaged in export activities. 

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

In the financial year 2020, Kallas Papadopoulos achieved a turnover of € 149 million and currently employs more than 200 people. 

Furthermore, the importer offers a wide assortment of products in the following categories: 

• Dairy: milk, cream, butter, etc, 
• Savoury grocery: pasta, canned goods, oils, etc.  
• Sweet grocery: sugar, chocolate, sweeteners, etc. 
• Frozen: ice creams, fish, meat, etc. 
• Chilled & fresh: meat. 

Brands such as Beneo, Agrana, Vandemoortele, Barry Callebaut, Palsgaard, Olympia, Ausnutria, Henri Willig and many others are endorsed by the firm. It is noteworthy that the firm caters for consumers with specific food needs as a range of organic and vegan products are available in its portfolio. 

Kallas Papadopoulos offers its own brands under the following names: 

• Redda: This brand includes products such as oils, cheeses, canned goods, etc. 
• Rosso: A line of cheeses and canned goods.  

In addition, the business maintains the highest quality standards as it is certified by ISO 22000:2018, ISO 9001:2015, UTZ, RSPO and many others. 

Pertaining to its logistics solutions, the firm operates temperature-controlled warehouses of over 40,000 square metres and a fleet of 80 refrigerated trucks is available to ensure deliveries. 

Concerning sustainability, Kallas Papadopoulos reduces its carbon footprints by recycling wood, paper and plastic within its business operations. 

Eurosales International is a leading retail distribution company based in Ireland, specializing in health, beauty, and over-the-counter (OTC) product sectors. Founded in the early 1990s, it has developed a strong reputation for providing end-to-end services, including brand representation, marketing, sales, order picking, distribution, delivery, and merchandising.

The company serves more than 3,500 stores nationwide, comprising major pharmacies, grocery chains such as Tesco, Dunnes Stores, and Supervalu, as well as large department stores and numerous independent pharmacies. Its expansive distribution network covers approximately 3,000 to over 3,500 delivery points across Ireland, demonstrating its extensive market reach.

Eurosales International operates large warehouse facilities supporting its robust logistics and distribution capabilities. The firm merchandises and promotes over 2,500 SKUs, focusing largely on cosmetic, health, and beauty brands. Notable successful brand launches include KISS, NOTE Cosmetics, P20, MAM Baby, Provoke Touch of Silver, e.l.f. Cosmetics, Kennedy & Co., Tangle Teezer, 7th Heaven, Cuticura, Palmers, and Jordan. Its performance is reflected in winning 50+ Irish Beauty Awards for its represented brands.

With an employee base estimated between 100 and 199 in Ireland, Eurosales is positioned as a significant player in the FMCG distribution landscape, particularly within the health and beauty category. Its mission is to be Ireland’s number one health and beauty and OTC sales and distribution company by fostering strong supplier partnerships and delivering superior customer service.

Founded in 1987 by Branko Roglić, Orbico Group is headquartered in Zagreb, Croatia. The company is a leading distributor of products such as beauty items as well as food and non food items. Furthermore, Orbico Group is recognised as the second largest Croatian company. 

The firm operates in 20 countries including Poland, Czech Republic, Slovakia, Croatia, Albania, Ukraine, etc.  In 4 countries, the focus is solely on beauty products.

Orbico supplies clients such as multinational chains, wholesale stores, pharmacies, drugstores, B2B businesses, etc. 

The business partners with brands such as Kellog’s, Heineken, Wella, Duracell, etc. 

Orbico owns a webshop, fabuspot.com, which specialises in beauty products. 

Furthermore, in 2004, the company founded Orbico Sh.pk. In 2019, Orbico became the majority shareholder for the Romanian company, Interbrands Marketing & Distribution.  

Orbico is segmented into 3 divisions namely:

• FMCG
• Beauty
• Tourism

The company provides services such as sales and distribution, logistic services, marketing and brand management, etc. 

In the tourism sector, the company owns the Orvas Agency, which offers quality accommodation on yachts and motor boats as well as hotels, villas, apartments. 

Orvas Agency is also involved in agricultural tourism through the production of wine and oil. 

Orbico reached a turnover of € 2.5 billion in 2020 and employed more than 7,500 people. 

Furthermore, the firm distributes products from over 500 local and international brands including (but not limited to): Hugo Boss, Cartier, Chloe, MilkyWay, Bounty, Dr. Oetker, Uncle Ben’s, Vegeta, Twix, Whiskas, etc. 

Currently, Orbico collaborates with more than 170 suppliers.

Orbico Group caters to more than 80000 customers. The company has joined new logistics centres in Poland and Bulgaria. Furthermore, the warehouses cover a space area of around 200,000 m2. Orbico group also owns 2,080 vans and cars. 

In 2019, the company collaborated with Gideon Brothers and launched a pilot project to deploy logistics robots. 

In 2021, Orbico Group inaugurated a new logistics centre in Bulgaria, which specialises in the automation and robotisation of the logistics services. Furthermore, the company opened a new logistics centre in Poland, spanning across 23,000 m2. 

The webshop can be accessed at: www.fabuspot.com

Orbico Group established their presence in Serbia in the year 2008 and is headquartered Novi, Beograd. Orbico is one of the influential distributors in the Serbian market. The purpose of the firm is to promote and develop the brands which their partners have entrusted them.

The firm partnered with 23 suppliers in the following divisions: 

• Electronics
• Market
• Lubricants
• Spare parts
• Beauty
• Salon professional
• Retail

Through the cooperation with their business partners, the firm is able to provide famous brands which have a strong market position. The group's products categories include:

• Savory grocery
• Sweet grocery
• Drinks
• Personal care
• Household
• Bazar

The company partnered with various suppliers among which some are listed below:

• Kellogg’s
• Acesur
• Mac
• Estee lauder companies

In the financial year 2017, the firm amounted a revenue of 16.3  million euros. There are 123 employees working towards the goal of the company.

Maris Gilden is an importer which has been established in the year 2007 and the head office is based in Vilnius, Lithuania. The company is indulged in B2B activities mainly. Their vision is to be the most modern leading company of wholesale and distribution in the Baltic region.

Maris Gilden has a team of 4 employees.

The firm associates itself with many producers and suppliers from different countries of the world and the imported products are mainly from Germany, Poland, Estonia, Latvia, France, Italy, Spain, Hungary, Moldova, Bulgaria, Romania, Czech Republic, Ukraine and Turkey.

The company works mainly with big retail chains, independent stores, cash & carry type stores, specialised stores, kiosks, online e-shops, small shops, petrol stations, wholesale partners and B2B partners.

The products categories include:

• Sweet grocery Instant chocolate powder, oatmeal cookies, chocolate cream

• Drinks: Energy drink, orange juice, oats drinks

• Household & Personal Care: Hair care, Hygiene, Skincare, Oral:  Cleaning products, Household cleaners, Dishwash, Shoe care, Laundry care

 The enterprise has their own production factory named Maris Gilden AS and the main products that they produce are gingerbreads, cookies, sweet items, snacks of various flavours, shapes and packages. Private labels are also produced according to the demands of the clients.

The company supplies to approximately 2300 point of sales among which the main clients are: Maxima, Rimi, IKI, Prisma, Selver, etc...

They are very experienced in marketing and merchandising fields. Presentations, campaigns, product tasting, etc,.. are organised to lift up the sales.

Logistics solutions are offered not only in Lithuania but in all Baltic regions.

It is interesting to know that orders are delivered in 24 hours in Lithuania. Transport services and warehouses of all temperature modes are available in the Baltic region.

There are different types of warehouses which can handle a range of products. The warehouses abide by EU laws and regulations and are equipped with the latest devices and are secured. These warehouses include:

• dry warehouses;

• controlled temperature warehouses +0°C – +6°C;

• controlled temperature warehouses 18–24°C;

• bonded warehouses.

Established in 1990, Farmexim is an importer and distributor of medicines and pharmaceuticals in the Romanian market. Its headquarters is based in Bucharest, Romania. The company operates as a subsidiary of Phoenix Group. 

Concerning its distribution channels, the business distributes its products to over 4,100 customers across the country. Some of its clients are open circuit and hospital pharmacies, drugstores, etc.  

Moreover, the company operates an online shop. 

In the financial year 2020, Farmexim achieved a turnover of € 585 million and currently employs more than 780 people.

Furthermore, the company offers a wide assortment of items in the Personal Care Category which includes products such as medicines, vitamins, supplements, etc. 

Brands such as Aspen Pharma, Bioderma, Bausch & Lomb, Omega Pharma, Walmark, Teva Pharmaceuticals, Novartis, Astrazeneca, etc, are endorsed by the firm. 

In addition, the importer maintains the highest quality standards as it is certified by ISO 9001:2015. 

Pertaining to its logistics solutions, Farmexim operates its distribution centres and a fleet of 340 cars and vans. With its efficient car fleet, the firm is able to deliver over 7,900 at over 5,000 delivery points. 

Concerning sustainability, the firm reduces its greenhouse gas emissions by installing LED lighting in its warehouses thus making a reduction in electricity consumption 

The company’s online shop can be accessed on: https://www.farmeximonline.ro/

Impophar is an importer and distributor of fitness and beauty products which was established in 1979 in Cyprus. Impophar supplies salons, spas, hotels, gyms, etc. across Cyprus. 

Impophar employs 52 people and the team involves several consultants for beauty salons, spa design as well as fitness centers. Impophar’s turnover is estimated to be around € 6.2 million. 

In the personal care category, Impophar provides products including skincare, nail care, makeup, spa cosmetics, etc. 

The business is a representative for brands such as Academie, Dermalogica, Biologique Recherche, Barbara Bort, G.M Collin, etc. mpophar aims at providing the best products available on the market for both the fitness and beauty sectors. 

Robinson Young is a UK-based importer and distributor of personal care and household products that was founded by David Robinson and Sheila Elton in 1972. Robinson Young is not only a distributor but also helps foreign brands enter the UK market through branding and marketing strategies. 

In 1998, Robinson Young has classified the company into 4 distinct divisions:

• Household 

• Healthcare 

• Catering

• Stationery

Robinson Young distributes to convenience stores, discount retailers, online retailers, wholesalers, pharmacies, food service operators, etc. Concerning pharmacies, there is a specific sales team that is specialised in handling all the major pharmacies. 

Robinson Young achieves an annual turnover of around € 44 million and according to the current managing director, Michael Robinson, the turnover increases of 5% each year. 

Robinson Young won the Tesco Award for Healthcare’s Own Label Supplier of the year in 2005 and the Landmark Award for the Non-Food Supplier of the year in 2015. Robinson Young marked history by becoming the first distributor to win the Wholesale Supplier of the Year as well. 

The company distributes products in the following categories:

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

• Household: products such as (but not limited to) laundry and cleaning products

The brands distributed by the company include Triple Dry, Soft & Gentle, Man Cave, Zoflora, etc. 

Robinson Young also develops private label products for its different categories. 

The business operates 2 warehouses in the UK which are both located near London. The warehouses have a total storage area of 125000 sq.ft. and can accomodate 20000 pallet stations. The warehouses have acquired the ISO 9001: 2015 certificate. 

Robinson Young is also concerned with environmental issues and works with manufacturers who take measures in relation to the environment. The company does its best to minimise waste and look for ways to apply recycling techniques to Robinson Young. Furthermore, the company also has a strong sense of ethics concerning employees, partners and employees as well. 

Founded in 1993 in Latvia, Balta Bura is an importer and wholesaler specialised in the distribution of FMCG across the Baltic countries. The firm expanded to Lithuania in 2009 then to Estonia in 2010. It is currently headquartered in Rumbula. 

Balta Bura offers over 100 foreign and domestic references in the food categories.

Moreover, Balta Bura serves 7000 customers across Latvia including retailers, store chains, independent stores, pharmacies, gas stations, offices, leisure centers and businesses in the horeca sector.

In 2020, Balta Bura achieved a turnover of €38.1 million and employs about 100 people.

International and 60 local brands like Persil, Rex, Bref, Palette, Fa, Taft, Schauma, Kleenex, Huggies, Splat, Vileda, Kastanis, Liepājas Kafija, Tchibo, Haribo and many others, collaborate with Balta Bura.

Balta Bura offers a range of services including order and stock management, storage, delivery, labeling, marketing and brand building.

Founded in 2000, Distrisanté is a depository of pharmaceutical products which supplies health and beauty products to pharmacists in the French market. Its headquarters is based in Saint-Brieuc, France. The company is a subsidiary of Cerp Bretagne Atlantique Group.

Concerning its distribution channels, the business distributes its products mainly in the retail sector. Some of its clients are Biogaran, Zentiva, Gibaud, Lehning, Boiron and many others. 

In the financial year 2020, Distrisanté achieved a turnover of €2 million and currently employs more than 10 people. 

Moreover, the enterprise offers a wide range of goods in the Personal Care Category which are as follows (non-exhaustive list): 

• Vitamins & supplements
• Dermocosmetics 
• Herbal medicines 

Pertaining to its logistics solutions, the firm operates an air-conditioned warehouse which can store upto 4,000 pallets. Additionally, the business has a fleet of vehicles readily available to manage its deliveries within 24 to 72 hours. 

Foodish is an importer which has been established in the year 1995 and is headquartered Praha, Czech Republic. The company is indulged in the activity of production and handling of bulk products. The products are imported from Ukraine, Canada, Greece, Thailand, China, Russia, Italy, Argentina, Ethiopia, etc...

The firm’s clients include: supermarkets, retailers, wholesalers, etc...

The core products category is grocery and some of the products are listed below:

• Cereals
• Rice
• Spices
• Pasta
• Beans

Additionally, the company has its own trademark known as Arax and through this label, the firm is promoting healthy eating.

Foodish is certified by IFS (International Food Standard) which is recognised by the GFSI (Global Food Safety Initiative). The company also follows the HACCP system.

The aim of the company currently is to build a large factory near Prague and they are looking for new export opportunities especially in Arabic countries, Western, Central and Eastern Europe.

In the financial year 2016, the company achieved a turnover of 8 million euros and has created employment for 38 people. 

Lumarkt is an importer which was established in the year 1991 by Daniel Luckanic. It was first a consulting company which rapidly transformed into an import and distribution company. The company is involved in the importation, exportation and distribution of canned food, wine and brandy worldwide. Its headquarter is based in Košice, Slovakia.

Lumarkt provides over 300 references in the food categories.

Furthermore, the firm works with supermarket chains, catering companies, retail chains, etc  such as Coop Jednota, Metro, Tesco, Labas, CBA, Carrefour, Bill, Ahold, Sodexo, etc. Lumarkt supplies retailers in the Slovak market as well as product packaging for delicatessen production, baguettes, restaurants, and it also furnishes raw material for food production.

Lumarkt was reported to employ a total of 16 people and attained an annual revenue of  €11.04 million in 2019.

Lumarkt has been awarded merits by The Slovak Chamber of Commerce and Industry for the development of the Slovak economy & business and adherence to ethical principles in business. In addition, one of the firms’ food brands has been awarded the Slovak Gold certificate and the Gran Prix Slovak Gold award for its product quality.

Lumarkt offers various items in the following categories:

• Savory Grocery: canned fish, oil, pasta
• Sweet Grocery: canned fruits
• Drinks: wine and brandy

Lumarkt deals with several brands like Iska, Figaro, Campagna and many more. The imported products are mainly from Europe, Asia, South America and Africa.

Lumarkt owns a private label named Lumarkt Quality that consists of goods such as canned sauces, canned fruits, pickled vegetables, etc.

In fact, the objective of Lumarkt is to ensure customer satisfaction through its quality products and also in the coming years, it wants to develop its product categories by adding non-food products.

The storage of goods is done in its warehouse of 2 hectares that is equipped with a storage area of ​​10,000 m 2. Sold products are delivered within 48 hours guaranteed upon the receival of the receipt of the order.

DLM is a personal care wholesaler which has been established in the year 2009 and is headquartered in Poland. Also, the firm organizes hairdressing training and every person receives a certificate for participation. Moreover, 600 to 800 stores are trained by DLM in Poland.

The main clients of DLM are wholesalers and hairdressers across Poland. It is noteworthy that the firm is not only engaged in B2B business but also in B2C business.

DLM achieved a turnover of € 16.9 million in 2018. 

In the personal care category, DLM offers cosmetics and hair care products. 

The brands that are distributed by DLM include Kallos, Tangle Teezer, Renée Blanche, Peggy Sage, Invisibobble, Diva, Andrea, Corioliss, Eti and Glamtech.

Additionally, products from famous companies such as L’oreal, Kerastase, Matrix, Schwarzkopf, Indola, Wella, Wella Sp, Londa, Goldwell, Joanna, Allwaves and Bielenda can be found in the enterprise.

DLM has its own stores known as Hair & Beauty and also operates online stores under the name hair & beauty.com and multidrogeria.pl. Moreover, DLM manages 28 warehouses and a fleet of delivery vehicles ensures the smooth running of the supply chain.

The company received the Business Credibility Certificate since its establishment. Moreover, in the year 2013, DLM was awarded in the small business category at the National Final Gala. The company has the certificates of being a reliable company and has also gained recognition for being an honest entrepreneur.

In 2015, the personal care wholesaler received the gold certificate of reliability. Recently, in the year 2017, DLM was ranked third in the prestigious Forbes in the category of companies from PLN 50 to 250 million.