SPAR Nigeria, operated by Artee Industries Limited (Artee Group), is Nigeria's largest chain of supermarket and hypermarket stores, licensed by SPAR International in 2009.

The company retails a wide range of products including bakery items, quick-serve restaurant offerings, wines and spirits, groceries, household items, electronics, computers, mobile accessories, home and office decor, focusing on food, beverages, and beauty categories to meet diverse shopper needs.

With a total retail space spanning 50,000m² across 14 stores in five major cities—Lagos, Abuja, Port Harcourt, and Calabar—SPAR Nigeria serves over 5 million shoppers annually through unique promotions, strong vendor partnerships, and local farming support initiatives.This network provides exceptional value, quality fresh products, and customer satisfaction in the competitive Nigerian retail market.

• Headquartered at 58 Town Planning Way, Ilupeju, Lagos.
• Established retail presence since 1988 under Artee Group, with SPAR branding driving organized retail growth via new builds and conversions.
• Emphasizes innovation, service, and community enrichment as part of a leading conglomerate spanning retail, real estate, manufacturing, and distribution.

SPAR Nigeria leverages global SPAR expertise for brand recognition while adapting to local preferences, positioning it as a key partner for manufacturers and suppliers in FMCG sectors like food, drinks, and personal care.

Newaco Grupo is Angola's leading distributor of frozen and fresh food products, headquartered in Luanda. Established in 1998, the company has grown into a major player in the food import, wholesale, and retail sectors, specializing in high-quality frozen proteins, seafood, fruits, and vegetables sourced globally.

Newaco imports directly from key suppliers in Brazil, China, India, Portugal, Spain, Argentina, Australia, the USA, and other regions, offering products like beef, pork, poultry, and seafood. As the sole national distributor for Sadia products in Angola, it serves a diverse customer base including wholesalers, retailers, Horeca channels, supermarkets, restaurants, and institutional buyers. The company's robust supply chain ensures competitive pricing through direct manufacturer negotiations and reliable delivery via its own fleet of over 100 vehicles or independent truckers.

Operating more than 52 storage and distribution facilities across Angola, Newaco maintains approximately 25,000 tons of frozen storage capacity, supporting nationwide distribution from North to South. Many of these facilities double as retail outlets under the Fresmart and Fresmart Express brands. Fresmart supermarkets focus on fresh and frozen foods, with 60% locally sourced products like meat, fish, fruits, and vegetables, fostering opportunities for local producers.

• Fresmart network: Approximately 28-30 supermarket outlets, including a recent 500 sqm store in Lubango that created over 40 jobs.
• Logistics excellence: Advanced cold chain management for perishable goods, including refrigerated transport and cold storage.
• Retail focus: Emphasis on food, drinks, and fresh produce in supermarkets, providing accessible quality products at affordable prices.

Newaco's commitment to quality, consistency, and service has earned market leadership in frozen food wholesale. The group supports Angola's economy through job creation, with around 570 employees, and investments like the K180 million ($420,000) Fresmart expansion. Its Fresmart stores cater to everyday consumer needs in groceries, meats, seafood, and produce, making it an attractive partner for international manufacturers seeking strong distribution in Angola's growing retail market.

Lotus's Malaysia is a prominent retail chain operating in Malaysia, under the ownership of the Charoen Pokphand (CP) Group. The company entered the Malaysian market through the acquisition of Tesco Malaysia in 2020, rebranding existing Tesco stores under the Lotus's banner.

Lotus's Malaysia operates a diverse range of store formats tailored to different shopping needs. These include hypermarkets offering comprehensive grocery and non-food products, supermarkets focusing on fresh and packaged food, convenience stores for quick and easy shopping, as well as distribution centers and warehouses supporting its extensive supply chain network.

The retail chain offers a wide assortment of food, drinks, and beauty product categories alongside household goods, electrical appliances, apparel, toys, and stationery. It also provides additional services such as online shopping and financial services including bill payment and insurance.

Sharaya Drug Store is a leading pharmaceutical wholesaler based in Amman, Jordan, specializing in the distribution of high-quality medicines and pharmaceutical products to retail pharmacies across the kingdom.

Established in 2004, the company was founded to address challenges in the pharmaceutical supply chain by creating an innovative business model as a sub-agent wholesaler. This model enables retail pharmacies to procure all necessary medicines from a single source, benefiting from convenient payment terms and comprehensive after-sales support. Over the years, Sharaya Drug Store has expanded its reach, becoming the preferred supplier to more than 2500 satisfied retail pharmacies throughout Jordan, covering all geographic areas.

The company's customer base primarily consists of retail pharmacies, private hospitals, clinics, health centers, and other wholesalers, with approximately 2500 active customer accounts. Sharaya Drug Store maintains the largest medicine inventory in the market, ensuring rapid and reliable supply.

Its state-of-the-art warehouse facility, located on Holy Rock St in Amman, was designed and constructed in accordance with the latest 2019 Jordanian FDA regulations and World Health Organization specifications for pharmaceutical storage and distribution. Key features include best storage practices, dedicated dispatch and receipt areas, approved vehicles for medicine transportation, and a well-trained team adhering to Good Storage and Distribution Practices (GSDP). The facility has earned GSDP accreditation and ISO 9001 certification, underscoring its commitment to quality and compliance.

In 2023, Sharaya Drug Store established Afia Drug Store as a dedicated entity to market and distribute its domestic exclusive distribution agreements and proprietary exclusive brands, further strengthening its portfolio in the pharmaceutical sector.

Sharaya Drug Store's excellence has been recognized repeatedly by the Jordanian pharmacist community. It was ranked as the number one drugstore in the sub-agent category in 2017, 2018, 2019, 2021, and 2022, based on opinions from the Jordanian Pharmacist Facebook Group, which boasts over 35,000 members.

Guided by its vision to be the trusted and preferred supplier for retail pharmacies in Jordan, the company's mission emphasizes building trust through partnerships, offering a wide range of high-quality products at competitive prices to enhance customer profitability and success. Core values include trust, partnership, quality customer service, and innovation.

As a key player in Jordan's pharmaceutical wholesale market, Sharaya Drug Store provides manufacturers and suppliers with a reliable distribution channel to reach an extensive network of retail outlets, hospitals, and health centers nationwide.

Lintons Beauty World, established in 2008, has become one of East Africa's leading beauty retail and professional education hubs. With over 35 outlets across Kenya & Uganda, it stocks luxury international brands like Estée Lauder, MAC, Clinique, Dior, and Chanel alongside emerging product lines, complements this with day‑spa services and e-commerce. Beyond retail, they operate Lintons Academy, an accredited institution offering hands‑on courses in makeup, skincare, hairdressing, and nails, bridging youth unemployment by graduating skilled professionals. The Lintons Foundation, launched in 2021, empowers marginalized youth and refugees by sponsoring training and linking graduates to jobs at Lintons. Most recently, in October 2024, Lintons partnered with L’Oréal to launch the Lintons Hair Academy by L’Oréal in Nairobi—a state‑of‑the‑art hairdressing school offering international curricula, digital/business skills to elevate Kenya’s beauty industry.

BİM Morocco operates as the largest discount grocery retailer in the country, following the successful hard-discount retail model pioneered by its parent company BİM Birleşik Mağazalar A.Ş., a well-known Turkish retail company. This model focuses on offering a limited yet high-quality assortment of basic food items, drinks, and consumer goods at competitive prices, appealing to a broad spectrum of customers across Morocco.

Founded in 2009, BİM Morocco has grown steadily to become a principal player in the Moroccan organized retail market. As of the end of 2024, the company operates approximately 789 stores in Morocco, reflecting its aggressive expansion strategy with over 100 new stores opened that year. The chain positions itself primarily in the supermarket and warehouse retail formats, catering to everyday consumer needs with a focus on affordability and accessibility.

Amazon.ae is the online gateway to Amazon's e-commerce operations in the United Arab Emirates (UAE), operating as a key node within Amazon’s global marketplace ecosystem. Although Amazon is primarily known for its digital platform, the company has significantly expanded its logistics infrastructure, including fulfillment centers and distribution hubs, to support rapid delivery across the country, including major cities such as Dubai and Abu Dhabi.

As a subsidiary of Amazon.com, Inc., Amazon UAE leverages its parent company’s vast technology and logistics networks to offer a wide range of products. In the Fast-Moving Consumer Goods (FMCG) sector—covering food, beverages, and beauty/personal care—Amazon.ae provides a comprehensive online marketplace for both local and international brands. The platform facilitates direct-to-consumer sales and business-to-business (B2B) commerce, including bulk and subscription orders for FMCG products.

Grand Hyper UAE is a prominent retail division of the Regency Group operating extensively across the United Arab Emirates and the Middle East. Established under the Regency Group umbrella, which began its journey in 1994, Grand Hypermarkets has expanded to become one of the leading retail management and distribution groups in the GCC region, focusing on food, drinks, and beauty product categories among others.

The group operates multiple retail formats including Grand Hypermarkets (hypermarkets), Grand Shopping Malls, and Grand Xpress stores. It serves a substantial daily customer base exceeding 100,000 across various Middle Eastern countries including the UAE, Qatar, Oman, Kuwait, Saudi Arabia, as well as international markets in India, China, Thailand, and Azerbaijan. The company employs over 4,000 personnel regionally, with the UAE operations estimated within the range of 1000 to 4999 employees. Grand Hyper UAE operates a network of physical selling points estimated between 100 to 249 outlets consisting of supermarkets, hypermarkets, distribution centers, warehouses, and cash and carry establishments.

Aster Pharmacy Saudi Arabia is the retail pharmacy division of Aster DM Healthcare, a leading integrated healthcare provider in the GCC region. Established in Saudi Arabia in September 2023, Aster Pharmacy has quickly expanded its presence with 15 stores across Riyadh as part of a planned network growth to 180 outlets over the next 2-3 years. The entry into Saudi Arabia is conducted through a joint venture with Abdul Mohsen Al Hokair Holding Group, and it forms part of a broader SAR 1 billion investment ($266 million) by Aster DM Healthcare to expand digital health, hospital, clinic, and pharmacy services across the kingdom.

Global Healthcare Co. (GHC) is a leading Saudi Arabian multi-business holding company specializing in retail and distribution sectors primarily focused on health and beauty care, wellness, lifestyle, food, and beverages. Established in 2009, GHC developed through merging two entities active in retail and wholesale sectors, and later expanded by acquiring the Kunooz Al Seha chain, the largest pharmacy network in Saudi Arabia with over 83 branches.

The company operates over 200 stores across more than 17 cities in Saudi Arabia, encompassing formats such as supermarkets, convenience stores, warehouses, and cash-and-carry outlets. It represents over 30 brands, delivering a broad portfolio across the food, drink, and beauty industries. GHC engages in retail operations alongside its distribution activities, serving a wide consumer base with integrated supply offerings to meet diverse market demands.

Al Hashar Pharmacy L.L.C. is a leading pharmaceutical distribution and retail company in Oman, founded in 1972 by Late Sheikh Saeed Bin Nasser Al Hashar and Dr. Ali Mohd. Moosa. With over five decades of experience, it specializes in patient-oriented healthcare, delivering quality medicines, laboratory diagnostics, and hospital products across the country.

The company operates a network of pharmacy outlets strategically located primarily in the Muscat region, including Azhiba, Al Khuwair, Al Hail North, Wadi Kabir, Muttrah, Ruwi, and Al Jafnayyn, as well as branches in Salalah, Buraimi, and other areas. These pharmacies provide customers with a wide range of healthcare products, supported by expert community pharmacists offering advice and support for personal and family medical needs.

Al Hashar Pharmacy serves diverse segments, including institutional clients such as the Ministry of Health, Ministry of Defence, Royal Oman Police, Sultan Qaboos Hospital, Royal Hospital, Diwan Palace Clinics, and Ministry of Commerce & Industry. It also caters to private hospitals, clinics, polyclinics, chain pharmacies, and standalone pharmacies throughout Oman.

Its hospital division supplies laboratory diagnostics solutions in fields like microbiology, clinical chemistry, haematology, immunology, and food industry, along with equipment and reagents from international manufacturers installed across Omani laboratories.

The company's robust supply chain and logistics are supported by Ministry of Health-approved warehouses in Muscat (Al Khuwair), Sohar, and Salalah, featuring temperature-controlled storage and cold chain facilities. A dedicated fleet of delivery vans ensures timely supplies to pharmacies, clinics, hospitals, and health institutions within 48 hours, even in remote regions.

Al Hashar Pharmacy maintains a sales and marketing network of trained professionals who conduct scientific sessions, seminars, and discussions to promote agency brands to medical and pharmacy professionals. Key strengths include a strong ethical image, focused portfolio, excellent distribution coverage of pharmacies and clinics, and a flat organizational structure for quick decision-making.

Under leadership including CEO Mr. Sachin Agrawal, CCO Mr. Shekar Subramanian, CHRO Ms. Shamsa Khalil Al Dughishi, and other division heads, the company upholds core values of customer satisfaction, honesty, teamwork, mutual respect, and excellence. Its mission prioritizes customer satisfaction, with a vision to rank among Oman's top three healthcare providers.

Headquartered in Madinat Sultan Qaboos Street, Muscat, Al Hashar Pharmacy partners with leading pharmaceutical companies, positioning it as a trusted partner for suppliers seeking reliable distribution in Oman's food, drinks, and beauty-related healthcare sectors through its extensive pharmacy and institutional network.

AlSafeer Group is a diversified conglomerate operating primarily across the Gulf region, with significant interests in Saudi Arabia. The group is known for its diverse business portfolio, including retail, shopping malls, cinemas, food outlets, real estate, furniture, manufacturing, advertising, and trading. While the provided information focuses on Al Safeer Group rather than Alsafeer Saudi Arabia specifically, it highlights the group's extensive retail and business activities in the region.

Al Safeer Group is led by its founder and Chairman, Mr. J.P. Kalwani, who has been instrumental in driving the company's growth over the past four decades. The group operates more than 80 multi-channel businesses, including hypermarkets and malls, which are key selling points for consumer goods in Saudi Arabia.

City Hypermarket, formerly known as City Centre, is a leading Kuwaiti-owned hypermarket chain established in 1999 by Adel Alghanim. Operating primarily in Kuwait with recent expansion to Qatar, it has grown into one of the largest retail groups in the region, renowned for its value-driven pricing under the slogan "Value at Heart" or "Value, all the time."

The company offers a comprehensive one-stop shopping experience, featuring a wide range of products including groceries, fresh produce, household essentials, beauty care, electronics, garments, toys, and perfumes. Its stores emphasize high-quality items at affordable prices, with signature promotions like 900 fils offers and ½-1-2-3 KD deals, making it particularly attractive for food, drinks, and beauty categories.

City Hypermarket operates multiple formats across Kuwait, including its flagship hypermarkets—such as the largest spanning over 25,000 sqm—supermarkets, and convenience stores. Key locations include City Centre in Bneid Al Gar, Dajeej, Jahra (Slayil), Salmiya (Souk Salmiya), Shweikh, Shweikh (Manara Mall), Dasmah, Hawally (Al-Muhallab), and the newest in Aswaq Al Qurain opened in 2025. The chain continues aggressive expansion, with plans for a new store in Eqaila in 2026 and further regional growth.

In 2024, City Hypermarket was named Kuwait's #1 supermarket and ranked among the top 10 brands by the independent Service Hero platform, based on customer feedback highlighting superior service, store layouts, and value. Innovations include a user-friendly online shopping app and website for groceries, fresh items, home goods, and beauty products, with swift delivery across Kuwait. The company also launched the City Hyper Training Academy to enhance staff skills and is introducing a mobile app, upgraded e-commerce, and loyalty program.

With a focus on family-oriented shopping, spacious redesigned stores, and community engagement—evident in festive store openings with cultural performances and giveaways—City Hypermarket serves diverse demographics. Its competitive Ramadan promotions on fresh produce, food items, and essentials underscore its retail strength, positioning it as a preferred partner for manufacturers and suppliers seeking strong distribution in Kuwait's dynamic FMCG market.

• Leading locally-owned chain with 25+ years of operation
• Multiple store formats for broad accessibility
• Proven customer loyalty and market leadership
• Digital integration for modern retail

Alyasra Kuwait operates primarily through Alyasra Foods, a major food distribution company established in 1988 in Kuwait. It is part of the wider Alyasra Group, which also includes a prominent fashion retail division. Alyasra Foods is a leader in the GCC region in distributing food products to retail and food service sectors, including hotels, restaurants, and caterers.

The company manages a comprehensive distribution network with multiple warehousing and distribution facilities serving over 15,000 customers across Kuwait, Iraq, Saudi Arabia, and the UAE. Its operations encompass frozen, chilled, and dry food products, bolstered by strong cold chain management and ISO certifications that ensure high quality and reliability.

Boutiqaat Group is a Kuwaiti e-commerce leader specializing in beauty, cosmetics, fashion, and luxury products. Founded in 2015, it has quickly grown to become the Middle East's largest social e-commerce platform, uniquely integrating celebrity and influencer endorsements into its online shopping experience. This social element allows customers to shop directly from virtual stores run by popular Gulf and Arab personalities, creating an engaging and highly interactive beauty and fashion hub.

The platform offers access to over 800 international and exclusive in-house brands, encompassing a vast selection of makeup, skincare, fragrances, hair care, personal care, apparel, footwear, and accessories. Boutiqaat’s curated catalog features premium global brands such as HUDA BEAUTY, MAC, ESTÉE LAUDER, BENEFIT, and SHISEIDO along with regional favorites, making it a premier destination for trend-conscious consumers in Kuwait and the broader GCC region.

Afia Drug Store, established in 2023 in Jordan, is a pharmaceutical marketing and distribution company operating as a subsidiary of Sharaya Drug Store. Sharaya Drug Store, founded in 2004, is a leading pharmaceutical wholesaler in Jordan serving over 2,500 retail pharmacies nationwide with a comprehensive portfolio of over 4,500 products including medicines, baby care, skin and beauty products, dental care, hair care, vitamins, and nutritional supplements.

Afia Drug Store was created to market and distribute products under domestic exclusive distribution agreements as well as Sharaya Drug Store's exclusive brands. The company's operations adhere to strict quality and safety guidelines, with facilities built according to the latest Jordanian FDA regulations and World Health Organization standards. Afia Drug Store aims to be the trusted and preferred supplier for retail pharmacies across Jordan, focusing on building trust and partnerships to provide a wide range of high-quality products at competitive prices, thereby maximizing profitability for its clients.

Khoury Drug Store Co. (KDS) is a well-established pharmaceutical distributor and retailer based in Amman, Jordan. Founded in 1952, it has become one of the leading drug store chains in the country, recognized for its decades-long experience in serving the pharmaceutical and healthcare market. The company operates a network of retail outlets, including drug stores and convenience points, alongside distribution centers and warehouses ensuring efficient supply chain management.

KDS provides a broad range of pharmaceutical products such as medications, healthcare supplies, vaccines, oncology products, OTC products, anesthetics, dental care, insulin, cardiovascular and neurological treatments, and rare disease medications. It holds multiple partnerships with international pharmaceutical manufacturers, ensuring access to high-quality and innovative healthcare products.

The company has between 100 and 199 employees in Jordan, reflecting its mid-sized operational scale devoted to retail pharmacy and distribution. It operates approximately 10 to 49 selling points within the country, including supermarkets, convenience stores, distribution centers, and warehouses. KDS emphasizes maintaining stringent industry standards for the safety, efficacy, and reliability of all products it distributes.

The Sultan Center (TSC) is a prominent retail company based in Kuwait, founded by Jamil Sultan in 1981. It operates as a shareholding company within the retail industry, focusing primarily on grocery retail across the Middle East. TSC is recognized for its diverse product range, offering high-quality imported goods and fresh food from around the world. The company has expanded its operations to four countries, including Kuwait, Bahrain, Oman, and Jordan, with a total of over 70 stores in the region. 

TSC is known for its customer-centric approach, emphasizing excellent customer service and competitive pricing. The company has been innovating in e-commerce, offering a seamless shopping experience through its online platforms. In addition to retail, The Sultan Center's business portfolio includes restaurants, investments, telecommunications, real estate, IT, and security solutions. 

With its strong presence in the region, TSC serves as a significant platform for suppliers and manufacturers seeking to expand their reach in the Middle East. The company's commitment to quality and customer satisfaction positions it as a preferred partner for businesses looking to penetrate the local market.

Seoudi Supermarket is one of Egypt’s most established retail chains, renowned for its longstanding presence and customer-focused approach in the FMCG sector. Founded in 1938, Seoudi has built a reputation as a trusted destination for quality groceries, fresh produce, dairy, bakery items, snacks, and meats, serving both urban and coastal communities[1][3][7].

The company operates a network of supermarkets across Greater Cairo and the North Coast, with recent sources indicating between 20 and 22 branches in these regions[1][3]. Locations include prominent areas such as Dokki, Mohandeseen, Nasr City, New Cairo, 6th of October City, and major shopping malls like Mall of Arabia, W Mall, and Silver Star Mall, as well as leisure destinations along the North Coast[4].

Seoudi Supermarket is recognized for offering a unique shopping experience, combining a wide product assortment with a focus on customer satisfaction. Its stores typically cater to middle- and upper-middle-class consumers, featuring both local and international brands across food, beverages, and personal care categories[1][7]. The company’s operating hours are notably extensive, with some branches open from 7:00 AM to 2:00 AM[6].

Hyperone is one of the largest hypermarket chains in Egypt, founded in 2005 by Mohamed El-Hawary. It operates as a purely Egyptian-owned, managed, and funded venture, focusing on implementing global quality standards while understanding local consumer needs. The company has three main branches located in 6th of October in Western Cairo, 6th of October in Alexandria desert road, and 10th of Ramadan on the Eastern outskirts.

Hyperone offers a wide range of products, including groceries, fresh food, electronics, home appliances, personal care items, and baby products. It aims to provide quality products that cater to diverse customer needs. The company has experienced significant growth, maintaining double-digit growth in both volume and value over the past years.

For suppliers looking to partner with Hyperone, the company's focus on quality standards and customer satisfaction presents an opportunity to align with these values in the Egyptian FMCG market.

Bloom Pharmacy is a leading premium pharmacy and cosmetics retailer in Egypt, established in 2013 and headquartered in Cairo. It operates as the first store of its kind in the country, combining comprehensive health, wellness, beauty, and family care services under one roof.

The company provides a wide range of products and services tailored to modern family needs. Its Health & Wellness section features a full-service pharmacy offering medicinal and nutritional products. The Beauty & Cosmetics department stocks luxurious brands of fragrances, makeup, skincare, haircare, and perfumes from top international labels. Additionally, Mother & Baby Care offers essential items, gifts, and resources for new parents, making it a one-stop destination for parenthood essentials.

Bloom Pharmacy maintains a strong physical presence across key locations in Egypt, including New Cairo, Heliopolis, Mokattam, 6th of October, Giza, and Mohandeseen. Notable stores include those inside Point 90 Mall, City Centre Almaza, Uptown Cairo, Capital Promenade, and Mall of Arabia. Customers can also shop online through its e-commerce platform at www.bloompharmacy.com, which offers free super saver shipping on orders above EGP 1,500 and features popular categories like skincare routines and hair treatments.

• Premium selection of beauty and personal care products from renowned brands.
• Comprehensive pharmacy services for health and nutritional needs.
• Convenient store locations in major shopping malls and urban areas.
• Online shopping with nationwide delivery options.

Bloom emphasizes customer satisfaction, as evidenced by its 4.7 out of 5 star rating from over 1,650 reviews. The retailer actively hires pharmacists and staff for its expanding locations, positioning itself as an equal opportunity employer. With a focus on food, drinks (via nutritional products), and beauty categories, Bloom Pharmacy serves as an attractive partner for manufacturers and suppliers seeking premium retail channels in Egypt's competitive FMCG market.

Nasser Pharmacy is the largest pharmacy chain in Bahrain, operated by Nasser Pharmacy WLL and owned by Remza Investment Group, which is active across multiple sectors in the Gulf region including real estate, medical supplies, and retail.

Established over 17 years ago, Nasser Pharmacy has grown to be a leading name in pharmacy retail and distribution in Bahrain. It specializes in the sale of pharmaceutical products, medical supplies, herbal pharmaceuticals, health supplements and foods, personal care, beauty products, gifts, perfumes, books, and greeting cards. The company holds distribution rights for various well-known global market leaders in vitamins, minerals, and herbal supplements, including brands such as Solgar and Nature's Bounty, supplying the largest variety of these products in the Gulf. 

The company features a wide range of retail formats including pharmacies located in multiple stores and distribution centers that serve the Bahrain market nationally. Customers can shop at physical stores as well as via a digital platform that offers over 10,000 health and beauty products with extensive multilingual product information and multiple payment and delivery options, including same-day local delivery.

Nasser Pharmacy employs approximately 180 people in Bahrain and operates around 30 personalized selling points that include standalone pharmacies and outlets at major locations such as Bahrain International Airport. The company's management team comprises highly experienced industry experts with scientific backgrounds supporting the retail and pharmaceutical distribution business.

Breadfast is Egypt's leading online grocery brand, specializing in the rapid delivery of household essentials. Founded in 2017 and headquartered in Cairo, Breadfast operates a fully vertically integrated supply chain that delivers a wide assortment of over 3,500 SKUs, including freshly baked bread, dairy products, fruits and vegetables, frozen meats, pantry staples, personal care items, baby products, and pet supplies. The company offers its products via a seamless digital platform and mobile app, enabling customers to receive their orders in under 60 minutes across key Egyptian cities such as Cairo, Giza, and Alexandria, with plans to expand further within Egypt and the MENA region.

Breadfast's service model is focused on on-demand delivery with a 24/7 availability, appealing to modern consumers' preferences for convenience and speed. The company’s inventory includes bakery items prepared fresh daily, alongside a diverse range of groceries and beauty products, highlighting its comprehensive approach to household retail needs.

Miles Jordan is the founder and CEO of Jordan Sports Group, a sports agency established in 2021 that operates primarily within the sports management and sports law sector. The agency is focused on representing athletes, particularly college athletes, in the emerging Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL) market. It represents over 80 athletes and employs a team of six full-time staff members, facilitating contracts valued collectively at over $15 million. The company emphasizes a relationship-driven approach, focusing on long-term success and financial empowerment for its clients rather than transactional interactions.While the agency is based in the sports and athlete management field, it conducts its operations primarily online and through partnerships, without operating physical retail stores or selling points. The business model revolves around talent marketing, legal consultation, and negotiation services. Jordan Sports Group aims to fill a niche in the sports industry by assisting young athletes in managing their careers and capitalizing on market opportunities that were previously unmet.Miles Jordan himself holds a law degree from Wake Forest and has established himself as a notable figure in sports law and management, leveraging a background in corporate law to specialize in athlete representation, marketing, and contract negotiation. The agency's focus on NIL opportunities has positioned it as a pioneering entity in the sports management landscape. Jordan also co-founded Hydrofy, a company focused on hydrogen and electrolyte products, showing diversified business interests beyond sports.

PT Supra Boga Lestari Tbk, trading under the brand Ranch Market, is a modern retail company operating in Indonesia specializing in supermarkets that cater primarily to upper and middle-class customers with a focus on lifestyle and healthy living. Established on May 28, 1997, the company opened its first Ranch Market supermarket in 1998, initially under a franchise license from Ranch Market USA, which was terminated in 2010. Since then, Ranch Market Indonesia has independently operated, tailoring its supermarket offerings to better suit local tastes and market demands.

The company also developed other retail brands such as Farmers Market, targeted toward middle and upper-middle-class customers with a broader assortment of fresh local products; The Gourmet by Ranch Market, and Day2Day by Farmers Market, broadening its appeal across different market segments. As of early 2020, PT Supra Boga Lestari operated 48 stores across major cities such as Jakarta, Jabodetabek, Surabaya, Malang, Balikpapan, Samarinda, Pekanbaru, Ambon, Dumai, and Palembang.

Ranch Market is recognized for offering high-quality, fresh, and health-oriented products including fresh produce, organic goods, gluten-free, and specialty dietary items, catering to health-conscious consumers. The company also provides modern retail conveniences including an online shopping channel and WhatsApp-based delivery services, adapting to evolving customer needs and digital commerce trends in Indonesia.

The company is headquartered in Jakarta West and is publicly listed on the Indonesia Stock Exchange since June 7, 2012. It employed between 1000 and 4999 employees in Indonesia as of recent data and managed multiple distribution centers and warehouses to support its retail operations.

Financially, PT Supra Boga Lestari Tbk has a turnover estimated between 100 to 200 million EURO as of 2024. It maintains a network of 50 to 99 selling points, largely supermarkets with supporting distribution infrastructure, making it a significant player in Indonesia's modern retail sector for food, beverages, and related products.

Mega Mart Qatar is a leading retail chain established in Doha in 1994, specializing in groceries and daily essentials. It has grown to become one of the prominent supermarket and hypermarket providers in Qatar, offering consumers quality fresh produce, dairy products, meat and fish, as well as a roastery and bakery under one roof to promote healthy living. 

Mega Mart supports a wide range of consumer preferences including selections of vegan, gluten-free, organic, sugar-free, and other health-conscious foods. Their offering features more than 11,000 products sourced globally from countries such as the UK, USA, Australia, Philippines, India, Italy, Indonesia, and across Europe. Importantly, Mega Mart also emphasizes local Qatari products, supporting local producers by featuring fresh farm produce alongside locally produced dairy products like cheese, milk, and juices. 

As a community-oriented retailer, Mega Mart aims to deliver customer satisfaction through a variety of store formats including supermarkets and hypermarkets, complemented by warehouse and distribution facilities. It operates approximately 10 to 49 selling points across Qatar with a workforce estimated between 200 to 499 employees in the country. This allows Mega Mart to maintain an extensive and efficient retail and distribution network.

Atsoko Tanzania is a leading beauty and cosmetics retail chain in Tanzania, established in 2011. Specializing in premium makeup, skincare, nail products, bodycare, haircare, accessories, and fragrances, Atsoko delivers high-quality international and local brands to customers across the country.

With 6 branches located in Dar es Salaam, Atsoko has established itself as the top makeup store chain in Tanzania, holding exclusive distribution rights to major international brands.This network of convenience-style stores caters primarily to beauty enthusiasts, offering a curated selection of products designed for everyday use and special occasions.

• Premium makeup and nail products
• Skincare and bodycare solutions
• Haircare and fragrance collections
• Beauty accessories

Beyond retail, Atsoko provides value-added services including makeup services, nail services, and a Makeup Academy for training aspiring beauty professionals. The company also offers corporate skincare and makeup consultations, as well as gift vouchers, making it a versatile partner for both individual consumers and businesses.

Recent developments include a rebranding initiative that modernizes its identity while maintaining trusted quality, and a successful transfer of ownership to local management, ensuring continued growth and relevance in the Tanzanian beauty market.

Atsoko emphasizes accessibility with free delivery for orders above 200,000 TZS in Dar es Salaam, ongoing promotions like up to 25% off on selected perfumes, and subscription-based beauty offers. As the new face of beauty in Tanzania, Atsoko combines fresh energy, timeless elegance, and customer confidence in its offerings.

SPAR Pakistan is a subsidiary of the global SPAR brand, operating in Pakistan under the license of the Burque Group, a prominent FMCG distributor with over 40 years of experience in the market. Incorporated in 2017, SPAR Pakistan's operations are primarily focused on Karachi, the country’s largest city.

SPAR Pakistan operates multi-format stores ranging from small convenience outlets to large supermarkets. Their retail format includes offerings such as fresh fruits and vegetables, bakeries, butcheries, full dairy selections, food-to-go counters, pharmacies, and health and beauty sections. This approach aims to provide a modern, world-class food retail experience tailored to meet local consumer needs while maintaining international quality standards.

SIA Vengo is a prominent wholesale, logistics, and distribution company based in Latvia, established in 1995. Operating primarily within the Baltic States, it specializes in the trade of both food and non-food products with a strong focus on hygiene and grocery assortments. Vengo provides comprehensive business solutions and organizes continuous delivery of goods to an extensive network of retail chains including major players like Rimi, Maxima, Narvesen, and others across Latvia, Lithuania, and Estonia.

The company manages over 8,000 clients across the Baltics and offers a broad range of products. Within the food category, Vengo markets brands such as FISHKA (sunflower seeds), ПОТЕХА, SCANDIC (refreshing flavors), and SHOTGUM (tonic chewing gum with caffeine and vitamins). Its non-food portfolio includes brands like Cricket lighters from SWEDISH MATCH, matches, refill gases, and personal care items under its own trademarks FORM and SAFETY MATCH.

Vengo emphasizes fast delivery services throughout Latvia and maintains a commitment to quality, backing all goods with a two-year warranty. They provide secure online purchasing options with SSL encryption and payment via MasterCard and Visa.

The company operates multiple selling points mainly comprising warehouses, distribution centers, and cash & carry services within Latvia. It plays a critical role in supplying groceries, hygiene items, and related goods to various retail outlets, whist maintaining key partnerships with notable Baltic retail brands.

In 2024, Vengo's turnover was estimated in the range of 10 to 50 million euros, with a workforce size between 100 and 199 employees based in Latvia. The company continues to import a diversified range of goods, primarily from suppliers in India, Russia, and Turkey, supporting its extensive product catalog.

MyDawa is Kenya's leading online pharmacy, operated by ION Kenya Limited and based in Nairobi. It specializes in providing genuine medicines, health, wellness, and personal care products, with a focus on beauty and healthcare essentials, streamlining access to quality medications across the country.

Customers can access thousands of original quality products through the MyDawa website or app on any internet-enabled device. Users search for medications, upload valid prescriptions, choose convenient payment methods, and specify delivery locations for fast, reliable service nationwide. The platform emphasizes convenience, offering professional consultations and support from a qualified team of pharmacists, pharmaceutical technologists, and customer care representatives available from 8 am to 10 pm via phone (0111 054949) or WhatsApp (0721 301 448).

MyDawa partners with major pharmaceutical companies, including Novo Nordisk, to distribute medicines and products to the local population in Kenya. It has received significant funding, such as a $1,480,052 grant from the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation in November 2023 to optimize and test its e-pharmacy and telemedicine platform for expanding family planning services over 32 months. These initiatives highlight MyDawa's role in enhancing healthcare accessibility in Kenya.

As an e-pharmacy innovator, MyDawa assures on-time delivery in mint condition, prioritizing customer peace of mind. It serves as a trusted channel for health and beauty products, making professional healthcare more approachable for Kenyans.

Medplus Limited is a leading Nigerian pharmacy chain specializing in the retail and wholesale distribution of pharmaceuticals, health supplements, beauty products, and wellness items. Founded in 1993, the company has grown into a prominent healthcare provider, emphasizing authentic medications, professional consultations, and innovative services to enhance accessibility across Nigeria.

Medplus operates as a one-stop healthcare destination, offering a comprehensive range of products including prescription and over-the-counter drugs, vitamins, baby care essentials, skincare, cosmetics, and personal care items. With a strong focus on food, drinks (such as nutritional supplements), and beauty categories, Medplus caters to diverse customer needs, particularly addressing prevalent non-communicable diseases like hypertension and diabetes through reliable medication supply.The company maintains an expansive network of physical stores, primarily in urban centers like Lagos, Abuja, Kano, and Port Harcourt, with approximately 70-80% of operations concentrated in Lagos. Recent expansions include partnerships for telehealth hubs in collaboration with Mobihealth International, integrating virtual doctor consultations, diagnostic tools, and on-site prescription fulfillment in select outlets to bridge gaps in primary healthcare access.

• Offers free pharmacist consultations, laboratory testing (e.g., cholesterol, blood sugar), vaccination bookings, and telemedicine services.
• Provides an online shopping platform and mobile app for prescription uploads, home delivery, order tracking, and non-drug products like health supplements and beauty items.
• Employs hundreds of trained professionals committed to quality, innovation, and customer wellness.

Medplus continues aggressive growth, targeting over 250 stores nationwide by surpassing 2025 goals, with potential expansions into other African markets. Recognized for restoring consumer confidence in a market challenged by counterfeits, the chain prioritizes genuine products and competitive pricing through economies of scale.

Viva Fresh is the largest retail chain in Kosovo, established in 2003 with its first store in Ferizaj. The company operates a diversified portfolio of supermarkets and hypermarkets across 32 cities, serving as a leading food and non-food physical retailer in the region. 

The company offers an extensive range of over 80,000 products across multiple categories, including food and beverages, home and decoration items, garden and working tools, fashion, cosmetics, and hygiene products. Viva Fresh is recognized for its private label products, which are fully designed, branded, and manufactured to meet European standards exclusively for the company, differentiating it from competitors through quality assurance and tailored offerings. 

Operating with a modern retail infrastructure, Viva Fresh features the largest logistics center in Kosovo, enabling efficient supply chain management and product distribution. The company's store formats include hypermarkets and supermarkets, positioned to provide customers with comprehensive shopping solutions in a single location.

Viva Fresh's business model emphasizes competitive pricing and market leadership, with consistent year-round discounts and community engagement initiatives designed to enhance customer satisfaction and support local economies. The company's expansion strategy has extended into North Macedonia, reflecting its growth ambitions beyond Kosovo.

The retailer maintains a commitment to modernizing the retail sector in the Balkans through professional management, strategic investments, and integration of local producers into its supply chain, positioning itself as a trusted shopping destination for families and businesses alike.

VOLI (full legal name: Voli Trade D.O.O.) is the leading food retailer in Montenegro, operating a extensive network of supermarkets and multi-format stores across the country.

Founded in 1995 with a single supermarket in Podgorica's Blok 5 neighbourhood, VOLI has grown significantly, achieving approximately 25% market share in Montenegro's food retail sector as of 2012. The company now manages 80 multi-format stores, including supermarkets, convenience stores, hypermarkets, and a company-owned shopping mall featuring a VOLI hypermarket as the anchor tenant.

VOLI serves as the official distributor in Montenegro for prominent regional food brands such as Carnex, Vital, and Vindija, ensuring a wide assortment of quality food and beverage products for consumers. The retailer emphasizes fresh produce through its own agricultural initiatives, including the 'Naša Bašta' ('Our Garden') brand. In 2017, VOLI leased 70 hectares of state-owned land in Šas, Ulcinj municipality, with about 65 hectares of arable land dedicated to growing fruits and vegetables. This domestic production minimizes chemical use, delivering seasonal, high-quality items distinguished by taste, smell, and freshness directly to store shelves.

To enhance operational efficiency, VOLI is developing a state-of-the-art logistics and distribution centre in Podgorica, backed by a €25 million equity investment from the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD). This project supports digital transformation, energy efficiency, and sustainability standards, positioning VOLI as a benchmark for the retail sector in Montenegro.

With over 2,300 employees, VOLI ranks as the second largest employer in the country and leads in sales within Montenegro's wholesale trade sector. The company also engages in community initiatives, serving as the general sponsor of KK Budućnost VOLI, the nation's premier basketball club.

VOLI's diverse portfolio appeals to suppliers in food, drinks, and related categories, offering robust distribution channels through its nationwide store network and growing logistics infrastructure.

Trendyol UAE is the United Arab Emirates-based regional operational center of Trendyol Group, a leading Turkish e-commerce platform founded in 2010 and headquartered in Istanbul, Turkey. Trendyol is one of the largest e-commerce companies in the EMEA region and a major player worldwide, supported by investors like Alibaba, Softbank, and ADQ. The company provides a broad range of products including food, drinks, beauty, clothing, cosmetics, electronics, and groceries.

Trendyol launched its Gulf operations, including the UAE and Saudi Arabia, starting in 2023 to service customers across the Gulf Cooperation Council markets. The UAE office serves as a strategic hub with warehouses and a distribution center facilitating cross-border e-export operations primarily from Turkey. The Dubai warehouse supports logistics and return operations for the Gulf region, emphasizing efficiency and customer satisfaction with fast delivery (same or next day in major cities), real-time tracking, and easy returns.

With its regional operations in the UAE, Trendyol aims to reach 4.5 million customers in the Gulf area by 2024. The company relocated and expanded its warehouse facilities in the UAE as part of its growth strategy, also employing over 500 staff across both UAE and Saudi Saudi warehouses. Trendyol focuses on sustainable business practices including the use of 100% sustainable packaging and carbon footprint reduction initiatives aligned with regional environmental expectations.

Delivery Hero Stores (Bangladesh) Limited is a subsidiary of Delivery Hero SE, a global leader in online food ordering and quick commerce. Founded in 2011 and headquartered in Berlin, Germany, Delivery Hero operates in over 60 countries worldwide, including Bangladesh. The company focuses on enabling fast and reliable food delivery services, and has increasingly expanded into quick commerce, which involves delivering small batch grocery and convenience items within an hour.

In Bangladesh, Delivery Hero has established operations centered on grocery and supermarket offerings, supported by distribution centers and warehouses in the country. Their operations team in Dhaka manages integration of inventory, point of sale (POS) systems, and logistics to ensure efficiency and quality of service. Delivery Hero leverages technology platforms and apps to connect vendors and customers, facilitating marketplace operations for groceries, convenience products, and food delivery.

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Nature's Basket Limited is a premier Indian grocery delivery and retail chain specializing in gourmet, organic, and imported food products. Founded in 2005 as a "world food store," it has evolved into an omni-channel retail business, catering to a niche segment of higher-income customers with a focus on quality, specialty, and exotic foods.

The company operates approximately 36 physical stores primarily in major Indian cities including Mumbai, Bengaluru, Pune, and Kolkata. These stores are positioned as supermarkets targeting food, beverages, and beauty product categories with an emphasis on fresh vegetables, fruits, cold cuts, cheeses, meats, organic foods, dairy products, and bakery items.

Alongside its physical stores, Nature's Basket maintains a strong online presence and mobile platform servicing over 125 cities across India, enabling convenient grocery home delivery. It acquired the Mumbai-based online store Ekstop.com in 2015 to bolster its nationwide delivery capabilities.

In May 2019, the company was acquired by Spencer's Retail Ltd, part of the RP-Sanjiv Goenka Group, which has helped expand Nature's Basket's retail footprint particularly in Western India. Despite the acquisition, it retained its brand identity, leveraging its premium grocery positioning to complement Spencer's Retail chain.

Jaya Grocer is a leading Malaysian mass-premium supermarket chain established in 2007 by the Teng family, primarily serving Peninsular Malaysia with a focus on the Klang Valley region. The company is recognized for its commitment to fresh produce, quality groceries sourced both locally and internationally, and an extensive range of imported food products including organic and gluten-free options catering to health-conscious consumers.Operating over 50 stores as of 2024, Jaya Grocer emphasizes a modern and pleasant shopping environment through well-organized premises and specialty sections to accommodate diverse dietary needs, such as fresh, seasonal, and high-quality imported food from America, Europe, and Australia. Its retail locations are mainly supermarkets situated in prime shopping malls and standalone venues, offering a wide variety of groceries, fresh produce, and household goods.Jaya Grocer is also recognized for innovating the "Grocerant" concept in Malaysia—a flagship store experience where customers can buy fresh ingredients from the market and have them cooked on-site by trained chefs. This blends grocery shopping with dining, enhancing the customer experience. 

Bounty Foods & Care is a prominent consumer goods business based in South Africa, specializing in food and homecare products. As a member of Bounty Brands, the company offers comprehensive route-to-market solutions throughout South Africa and into Africa. Bounty Foods & Care is known for its dynamic approach to brand building and distribution, providing both retail and foodservice customers with a diverse portfolio of products.

The company represents a wide range of internationally recognized and popular brands such as Old El Paso, Häagen-Dazs, and Nature Valley, alongside their own foodservice lines including Liberty Select and Chef Professional. Their product categories cover confectionery and snacks, dairy, fish and seafood, fruits and vegetables, grains, honey, sugars and spreads, juices and soft drinks, olive oils and vinegars, organic and health foods, pasta and noodles, spices, herbs, seasonings, tea, and coffee.

Dingdong (Cayman) Limited, founded in 2017 and headquartered in Shanghai, China, is a leading on-demand e-commerce company specializing in fresh groceries and daily necessities. The company offers a wide assortment of products including fresh vegetables, meat, eggs, fruits, seafood, prepared foods (such as ready-to-eat, ready-to-heat, ready-to-cook, and ready-to-mix), baked goods, dairy products, seasonings, beverages, instant foods, cooking oils, and snacks. This diverse product portfolio addresses varying consumer needs across regions.

Dingdong operates primarily through a technologically advanced online platform—the Dingdong Fresh app and mini-programs—and partners with third-party platforms to reach a broad customer base. Its fulfillment grid comprises over 1,500 self-operated frontline distribution centers and warehouses across major Chinese cities, enabling rapid order processing and delivery. The company commits to delivering nearly one million orders daily with an average delivery time within 30 minutes, emphasizing speed and freshness.

Nasser Bin Khaled & Sons Trading Company, often abbreviated as NBK, is a well-established business group based in Qatar with a rich history dating back to the early 1950s when it was founded by Sheikh Nasser Bin Khaled Al Thani. The company is broadly recognized for its commitment to entrepreneurial excellence, ethical business practices, and its significant contribution to Qatar’s economy and development.

Originally starting as a trading and distribution company focused on premium and world-class brands within Qatar, NBK has expanded into numerous sectors including automotive dealerships, heavy equipment, medical equipment and furniture, construction, industry, real estate, telecommunications, civil engineering, agriculture, consultancy, car rental, and hospitality.

Within retail and FMCG purchasing operations relevant to food, drinks, and beauty, NBK manages a network of stores and warehouses under the brand MegaMart (website: http://www.megamart.qa), positioning itself as a key food and convenience retailer in Qatar. Their footprint involves operating supermarkets and warehouses distributing a wide array of consumer goods including groceries and beauty products.

Cohens Chemist is a well-established community pharmacy chain in the United Kingdom, founded in 1980. It has grown to become one of Britain's leading pharmacy retailers with over 220 branches nationwide. The company operates primarily in community health centers and offers a wide range of pharmacy services to support customer health and wellbeing.

The company provides comprehensive and innovative pharmacy services including free collection and delivery of prescriptions, repeat prescription management, and home care packs. Cohens Chemist also offers enhanced health services such as health care checks, medicine usage reviews, weight management advice, and private consultations in confidential rooms. In addition, their pharmacies provide NHS services including the “Pharmacy First” program which enables patients to access treatments for minor ailments such as earaches, sinusitis, sore throats, shingles, and urinary tract infections without the need to see a GP first.

Cohens Chemist is known for its close relationships with local communities and its focus on delivering friendly, efficient, discreet, and confidential service to its customers. They also provide private prescriptions and specialized weight loss services, as well as flu vaccinations available seasonally across branches.

The company employs approximately between 1,000 and 4,999 staff members in the UK. It operates around 220 to 499 physical locations, including supermarkets, distribution centers, and warehouses, to serve its broad customer base effectively.

Financially, Cohens Chemist's estimated annual turnover is approximately 140 to 150 million GBP (translated roughly to 100 to 200 million EUR) as of 2023. This solid financial performance reflects its strong presence in the UK pharmacy market and its commitment to accessible health services.

Shaklan Group Saudi Arabia represents the emerging retail presence of Shaklan Group in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, with plans for significant expansion in the competitive FMCG market.

Founded in 1997 in Dubai, UAE, Shaklan Group has established itself as a prominent retail chain specializing in fresh food, groceries, and consumer goods. The group operates various store formats including Shaklan Hypermarkets, Shaklan Supermarkets, Shaklan Markets, Shaklan Minis, and Shaklan Department Stores, focusing on creating customer-friendly shopping environments with clutter-free, hygienic spaces offering bulk freshness and quality products.

In Saudi Arabia, Shaklan Group announced its market entry with the planned grand opening of a 20,000 sq. ft. Shaklan Hypermarket in Riyadh in November 2024. This hypermarket will emphasize high-quality fresh products sourced from trusted suppliers, catering to the growing demand for premium groceries, fruits, vegetables, bakery, dairy, meat, poultry, fish, and personal care items. Saudi Arabia is viewed as a market with immense growth potential, prompting further project launches in the region.

The company's product range prioritizes food and beverages, including world-class consumer goods and fresh produce, alongside beauty and personal care essentials. Shaklan aims to deliver engaging shopping experiences through organized retail environments, building on its UAE success where it serves over 50,000 customers daily across extensive retail space.

Shaklan Group's mission is to provide best-quality goods through satisfying shopping, with a vision to lead in service quality and product authenticity across operated markets. The Riyadh hypermarket launch aligns with broader strategies, including loyalty programs like 'Mate' for exclusive deals, enhancing customer engagement in food retail categories.

• Key focus: Fresh groceries, beverages, and beauty products
• Store types in expansion: Hypermarkets and supermarkets
• Target: Family-oriented, value-driven shopping

This entry positions Shaklan as an attractive partner for manufacturers seeking reliable distribution of food, drinks, and beauty lines in Saudi Arabia's dynamic retail landscape.

Byomatic s.r.o. is a growing e-commerce company based in Prague, Czech Republic, specializing in the sale of quality products through Amazon's Fulfillment by Amazon (FBA) platform across Europe.

The company focuses primarily on food, drinks, and beauty categories, sourcing products from trusted brands and wholesalers. Its operations center around a strategically located warehouse in the Czech Republic, where goods undergo rigorous quality control, optimization, and efficient packing before dispatch to Amazon warehouses. This process ensures reliable delivery, efficient stock turnover, and high customer satisfaction.

Byomatic s.r.o. maintains full compliance with legal and tax regulations in the Czech Republic (VAT: CZ19129246), Germany (VAT: DE366438748), and Poland (VAT: PL5263756086). The firm is headquartered at Branická 213, Praha 4, 14700, and emphasizes building strong, lasting partnerships with brands, wholesalers, and customers through standardized pricing, fairness, and superior service quality.

Led by co-founders including Daniel Le and Jakub Russ, Byomatic leverages Amazon FBA to enhance sales and operational efficiency. The company is actively seeking new collaborations with suppliers and partners to expand its product offerings and market presence in Europe.

Testimonials from partners highlight Byomatic's reliability: "Their Amazon FBA services ensure reliable and swift fulfillment," notes Franziska Bohn, while Karl Jürgen praises their "innovative approach" and Marc Reimers emphasizes their commitment to quality.

• Specializes in Amazon FBA e-commerce model
• Focus on food, drinks, and beauty products
• Operational warehouse in Czech Republic
• VAT registered in multiple EU countries
• Actively looking for new supplier partnerships

Byomatic s.r.o. aims to redefine the online shopping experience across Europe with excellent service and seamless processes, positioning itself as a preferred partner for manufacturers and wholesalers in the FMCG sector.

Jaza Supermarket is a rapidly growing discount supermarket chain based in Kenya, launched in November 2023. Founded by Willy Kimani, a seasoned retail executive with over 20 years in Kenya's major retail brands including Naivas, Tuskys, and Uchumi, Jaza focuses on offering affordable pricing with a supermarket feel targeted mainly at residential neighborhoods in Nairobi and surrounding counties.

Jaza's retail model emphasizes serving outlying suburban areas that are less served by major supermarket chains, providing convenience through numerous outlets located in areas such as Buruburu, Kayole Mihango, Githurai 44, Kayole Soweto, Pipeline Estate, Utawala, Lang’ata, and Mirema.

The chain is known for its low-price model, heavy focus on 100% local sourcing, and advanced supplier payment terms, paying suppliers upfront rather than after sales. This approach supports local businesses and ensures a steady supply of dry foods, personal care products, essential household items, and beverages.

All Jaza stores are serviced from a central warehouse on Mombasa Road, enabling efficient logistics and stock replenishment for its current network of over 20 stores.

Jaza positions itself as bridging the gap between high-end supermarkets and general trade by offering a wholesale-priced supermarket experience in neighborhood locations, which caters predominantly to food, drink, and beauty categories.

The company’s growth since its launch has been rapid, opening approximately 23 stores within its first year and employing between 20 to 49 staff members locally. Financially, as a newly established entity in retail, its turnover is estimated to be less than 1 million euros (converted for 2024), reflecting early-stage expansion in Kenya’s competitive supermarket sector.

Yandex Lavka is a rapid grocery delivery service operated by Yandex, launched in Russia in June 2019. It specializes in delivering food, household goods, prepared meals, and drinks within 15 minutes from local dark stores – compact, online-only warehouses stocked with approximately 1,500-2,500 essential products.

The service began in Moscow's Khamovniki district and rapidly expanded to major Russian cities including Saint Petersburg, Nizhny Novgorod, Kazan, Yekaterinburg, Novosibirsk, Krasnodar, Rostov-on-Don, Chelyabinsk, Irkutsk, Tula, Tver, Tyumen, and Yaroslavl. By 2021, it operated over 280 dark stores, with plans for further growth. These facilities function as picking points for couriers, ensuring ultra-fast fulfillment without traditional physical retail storefronts for customers.Product assortment focuses on grocery essentials, fresh produce, dairy, chilled meats, frozen items, beverages, and personal care products. Categories include savory groceries like pasta and sauces, sweet groceries, soft drinks, milk, eggs, fruits, ice cream, oral care, and laundry items. Yandex Lavka emphasizes local producers, offering regional specialties such as dairy, meat delicacies, and halal products in areas like Kazan. Private label Iz Lavki items and ready-to-eat meals from partner restaurants and in-house dark kitchens enhance appeal for quick meals, breakfasts, snacks, and hot drinks like coffee.

Operations leverage Yandex's ecosystem, integrating with Yandex.Food for seamless access. Orders are assembled by storekeepers in dark stores and delivered by freelance riders, often 24/7 in covered areas. The model promotes impulse buying over bulk shopping, competing with home refrigerators by providing on-demand fresh goods at store prices. Features like experimental shelves test niche local products for permanent inclusion, supporting smaller suppliers.

In 2020, the service achieved €121 million turnover amid Russia's e-grocery market surge. Expansion includes dark kitchens for prepared foods, with over 140 in Moscow and St. Petersburg by late 2024, and plans for nationwide coverage by 2025. Yandex Lavka supports charities via order rounding and courier tips, fostering community engagement.

• Key cities: Moscow, St. Petersburg, Kazan, Nizhny Novgorod, Yekaterinburg
• Delivery promise: 15 minutes from order
• Brands: Coca-Cola, Barilla, Movenpick, and local options

Ideal for suppliers targeting fast-moving consumer goods in urban Russia, Yandex Lavka offers broad reach through its dense dark store network and promotional tools like TV, catalogs, and in-app advertising, including product samples in orders.

Agency of Good Practices and Methods for Business (AGENCY OF GOOD PRACTICES AND METHODS FOR BUSINESS) is a Russian retail procurement and trade group focused on the Fast-Moving Consumer Goods (FMCG) sector. Although limited public details are available directly in the English-language domain, the company is active in both food, beverage, and beauty categories, serving as a key intermediary for manufacturers and brands seeking access to Russia's domestic retail network.

Operating primarily in Russia, the group engages a significant number of retail outlets, including supermarkets, convenience stores, and distribution centers. While definitive financials for 2025 are not published, industry benchmarks for Russian FMCG purchasing groups of similar size suggest an estimated annual turnover in the €50 to 100 million range, reflecting the current economic environment and consolidated retail demand. The company manages a workforce in the lower hundreds, facilitating a broad geographic coverage and strong supplier relationships.

The company’s core business model centers on streamlining product distribution from both domestic and international FMCG manufacturers to the Russian retail market. By leveraging partnerships with a diverse network of stores, AGENCY OF GOOD PRACTICES AND METHODS FOR BUSINESS offers suppliers an efficient and scalable route to market. The group’s distribution centers play a vital role in ensuring rapid stock replenishment and consistent product availability across a range of retail channels—supermarkets for high-volume sales, convenience stores for local community access, and dedicated distribution hubs for logistics optimization.

City Hypermarket is a leading Kuwaiti-owned retail chain established in 1999, known for its extensive hypermarket, supermarket, and convenience store formats operating across Kuwait. It is recognized as one of the largest hypermarket groups in the region, with its largest store spanning over 25,000 sqm, making it the largest hypermarket in Kuwait and among the largest in the Gulf region.

The company operates numerous selling points including hypermarkets, supermarkets, and convenience stores, with at least 10 to 49 physical locations in Kuwait. City Hypermarket employs between 1,000 to 4,999 people locally, reflecting its significant retail footprint and operational scale.

City Hypermarket emphasizes high-quality products at affordable prices under its slogan "Value at Heart." The retail chain has adapted over time, integrating innovative concepts such as a secure and user-friendly online shopping platform. This platform offers a wide range of groceries, fresh produce, home and beauty items, and exclusive brands, all delivered swiftly to customers in Kuwait.

The brand has received notable recognition, being named Kuwait's #1 supermarket and ranked among the top 10 brands in Kuwait for 2024 by the independent Service Hero platform. This accolade highlights its commitment to customer service excellence and strong market presence amid competition from international players.

Žabac Food Outlet is a Croatian retail chain specializing in discounted food products, operating as the country's only food outlet chain offering rock, stock, and breakage items at reductions of up to 90% off regular prices.

Founded by Maja and Mario Žamboki, the chain began with its first store in downtown Zagreb on Tkalčićeva street 4, focusing on food items unsuitable for traditional retail due to packaging issues, production damage, or approaching 'best before' dates. These products, sourced from Croatian and foreign brands, include popular categories such as sweets, snacks, and cured meats. The assortment changes daily based on factory surplus and availability, encompassing food, drinks, cleaning products, detergents, soaps, and hygiene items.

Expansion has been rapid: by 2021, Žabac opened its seventh store, a 600 m² megastore in Zagreb's Dubrava district opposite the Dubec tram turnaround, marking its largest location to date. Previously, the sixth store in Travno (400 m²) opened in July 2020. All stores operate daily from 7am to 10pm, except Sundays, in line with the owner's support for shop closures on that day.

Innovation in retail earned Žabac recognition at the Euromonitor 2018 competition for its novel food outlet concept. The chain addresses food waste—estimated at 400,000 tonnes annually in Croatia—by repurposing surplus goods, promoting environmental benefits and affordability for consumers seeking branded products at significantly reduced prices.

Unique features include a proprietary detergent filling machine, available only at Žabac stores, where customers and employees, including those with special needs, bottle popular items like Labud detergent. With a focus on accessibility and job creation, the chain provides opportunities across its locations.

• Product Focus: Emphasizes food, beverages, snacks, cured meats, sweets, and household essentials.
• Target Customers: Value-conscious shoppers seeking high-quality brands at outlet prices.
• Operational Excellence: Dynamic inventory ensures fresh deals on near-expiry and surplus stock.

Ideal for suppliers of FMCG products looking to offload excess production, damaged packaging items, or short-dated goods into the Croatian market through a reliable, expanding retail partner.

Cart Online UAE, operating under the brand Cart Supermarket, is a local supermarket chain based in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, primarily serving residents with grocery and related essential products. The company operates a physical store located in Dubai Production City (IMPZ), open daily from 7 AM to 10 PM, offering convenience and accessibility to its customers.

The supermarket provides a wide assortment of products, including everyday groceries, butcher products, seafood, dairy, fresh fruits and vegetables, bakery items, beverages, household goods, and personal care items, reflecting a broad selection tailored to diverse consumer needs.

Cart Supermarket emphasizes customer convenience through services such as free delivery within a 3-kilometer radius and online ordering via its website and mobile application. The location and services suggest a community-focused retail operation with modest scale relative to larger UAE supermarket chains.

The supermarket's operations are concentrated around the Dubai area, particularly in Dubai Production City and nearby neighborhoods, representing a smaller footprint with a limited number of physical selling points in comparison to multinational retail players.

The company prides itself on customer service quality and accessibility, with some branches reportedly offering extended or 24/7 opening hours to maximize shopper convenience.

Oda is Norway's leading pure-play online grocery retailer, established in 2013 as a technology and logistics company revolutionizing the grocery shopping experience. Operating under the mission to create the world's most efficient and sustainable retail system, Oda serves approximately 150,000 customers monthly across Norway and Sweden following its 2024 merger with Mathem, Sweden's leading online grocer. 

The company operates fulfillment centers in Oslo, Norway and Stockholm, Sweden, utilizing advanced proprietary systems and engineering excellence to optimize every step from order to delivery. Oda's innovative approach focuses on operational efficiency rather than automation-heavy infrastructure, delivering fresh groceries directly to thousands of Scandinavian doorsteps weekly. The platform processes orders through a fully integrated technology stack designed by the company's tech and operations experts, ensuring world-class fulfillment performance and outstanding customer satisfaction.

As a sustainability leader in the FMCG sector, Oda achieves approximately 50% lower food waste emissions compared to traditional grocery retailers and reduces transportation emissions by 13% through optimized fuel consumption, electric transport utilization, and elimination of consumer trips to physical stores. The company's efficient value chain saves society tonnes of food waste annually while replacing nearly 13,000 individual car trips to grocery stores. Customers save more than 60 hours per year through the service.

Backed by leading venture capital investors Summa Equity and Verdane, Oda launched Oda Systems in 2025, offering its proven logistics-as-a-service platform to grocery retailers globally. The company positions itself as a tech and logistics enterprise first, combining engineering excellence with deep grocery industry expertise to deliver sustainable, profitable online grocery solutions. With approximately 2,394 employees and a 2024 turnover of €476 million, Oda continues expanding its market leadership while maintaining its commitment to environmental responsibility and operational innovation.

Studenac Market is a leading Croatian retail chain specializing in neighborhood convenience stores, headquartered in Omiš, Croatia. Established in 1991, it has grown into one of the largest food retailers in the country by store count, operating primarily small-format stores along the Adriatic coast and beyond.

Founded during Croatia's turbulent 1990s, Studenac began with retail locations in Omiš and a wholesale warehouse in Duće, adapting quickly to market changes. The company's modern transformation accelerated in 2018 following its acquisition by the Polish investment fund Enterprise Investors, which owns a 100% stake. This pivotal shift enabled aggressive expansion through organic growth and strategic acquisitions.

Key milestones include the 2019 purchases of Istarski supermarketi and Zadar-based Sonik, strengthening its Adriatic presence. In 2021, it acquired Biograd's Bure Trgovina d.o.o., followed by takeovers of Pemo, Kordun, Duravit, and Lonia in 2022. By 2023, Studenac announced acquisitions of Strahinjčica, Spar, and Lavor Trade chains, while opening its first stores in Zagreb.

In 2024, Studenac marked its international debut by entering neighboring Slovenia. The chain now boasts over 1200 stores across Croatia, making it the top retailer by sales network size. It employs more than 6200 people in Croatia, focusing on operational efficiency, digitalization, and sustainability initiatives.

• Supports energy efficiency in stores for green operations.
• Implements ESG practices, including a Supplier Code of Conduct and grievance mechanisms.
• Received €70 million EBRD loan in 2025 for network refurbishments, acquisitions, and growth.

Studenac offers a wide range of everyday food, drinks, and personal care products, prioritizing customer convenience with proximity stores. Its expansion and innovations position it as an attractive partner for FMCG suppliers seeking strong distribution in Croatia's dynamic retail market.

Master of Malt is a multi-award-winning online retailer and independent bottler specializing in premium spirits, with a particular focus on whisky, gin, rum, brandy, and other fine beverages. Founded in 1985 as a mail-order bottler, the company has evolved into one of the UK's leading e-commerce platforms for spirits, offering next-day delivery on more than 16,000 bottles and supporting both retail and trade customers. 

Headquartered in Tonbridge, Kent, Master of Malt operates primarily through its digital platform, serving a global customer base. The company is known for its extensive range of single malts, limited editions, and exclusive bottlings, including its own independent releases such as the Badly Drawn Dogs series and rare cask-aged spirits. Master of Malt also provides a dedicated trade division, Master of Malt Trade, which supplies bars, hotels, independent retailers, wholesalers, and events companies. 

Master of Malt is part of the Atom Group, which includes Maverick Drinks and Atom Brands. The business was acquired by ZX Ventures (AB InBev) in 2018 but returned to full founder ownership in 2025, allowing the group to focus on expanding its premium spirits ecosystem. The company is recognized for its commitment to innovation, customer service, and a passionate team of spirits enthusiasts. 

Master of Malt operates a distribution center and warehouse in the UK, supporting its online retail operations and logistics. While the company does not operate a network of physical retail stores, its digital presence is strong, with a significant share of the UK online spirits market and a growing international footprint.

Financially, Master of Malt reported a turnover in the range of 10 to 50 million euros in 2025, with a workforce of 50 to 99 employees in the United Kingdom. The company continues to invest in technology and product development, maintaining its position as a leading destination for premium spirits and a trusted partner for suppliers and manufacturers in the food, drinks, and beauty sectors. 

Key selling points:

• Extensive online selection of premium spirits
• Next-day UK delivery
• Independent bottlings and exclusive releases
• Trade division for hospitality and retail
• Strong digital platform and customer service
• UK-based distribution and warehousing

Boozyshop is a leading online beauty and personal care retailer based in the Netherlands, founded in cby Maaike. Starting as a small webshop from a bedroom, Boozyshop has grown into a major player in the Dutch e-commerce market, recognized for its extensive range of makeup, skincare, hair care, and beauty accessories. The company is known for offering both international brands and its own exclusive collections, such as Boozyshop-branded makeup brushes, false eyelashes, and skincare products, all at competitive prices. 

The company operates primarily through its flagship website, boozyshop.nl, and also serves the Belgian market via boozyshop.be. Boozyshop’s product range includes over 200 brands, from popular names like Anastasia Beverly Hills, Jeffree Star Cosmetics, NYX, Milani, Catrice, Essence, and many more, catering to a wide variety of budgets and preferences. In addition to third-party brands, Boozyshop has launched its own collections, focusing on transparent makeup and high-quality skincare, further expanding its appeal to beauty enthusiasts.

Boozyshop’s logistics are managed from its warehouse in Hulst, Zeeland, which has been expanded to meet growing demand. The company prides itself on fast delivery, with orders placed before 8:00 PM on weekdays shipped the same day, and next-day delivery in the Netherlands and Belgium. Boozyshop also offers a 14-day return policy, free gifts on orders over €35, and personalized customer service, making the shopping experience convenient and enjoyable. 

The company has received multiple awards, including the ABN Amro Webshop Award four times in the “personal care” category and the Salesforce Webshop Award in Belgium, highlighting its commitment to quality and customer satisfaction. Boozyshop’s revenue in 2024 was approximately US$11 million, with a projected growth rate of 0-5% in 2025. The company employs between 20 and 49 people in the Netherlands and operates a single distribution center, which serves as the main hub for its online operations. 

Boozyshop’s success is built on a combination of a wide product range, competitive pricing, fast delivery, and a strong focus on customer service. The company continues to innovate and expand its offerings, making it a preferred choice for beauty and personal care products in the Netherlands and beyond.

Target Corporation is a leading American retail company headquartered in Minneapolis, Minnesota, renowned for its extensive network of big box stores and strong presence in the FMCG sector. Operating under the iconic bullseye logo, Target serves as a major destination for food, beverages, beauty, household essentials, and general merchandise across the United States.

With over 1,978 stores nationwide as of 2024, Target offers a diverse range of selling points including supermarkets, convenience stores, hypermarkets, distribution centers, and warehouses. The company employs more than 400,000 team members, making it one of the largest employers in the retail industry. Its supply chain and logistics infrastructure support both in-store and digital operations, ensuring broad accessibility for consumers and efficient service for suppliers.

Target’s product portfolio is particularly strong in food and beverages, with a growing emphasis on private-label brands and exclusive collaborations. The retailer has also expanded its beauty and personal care offerings, positioning itself as a key partner for manufacturers seeking wide distribution and brand visibility. Its commitment to innovation is evident in initiatives such as curbside pickup, same-day delivery, and the integration of stores as fulfillment centers for online orders.

Financially, Target reported net sales of over $106 billion in 2024, reflecting its robust market position and consistent growth. The company continues to invest in store renovations, digital transformation, and sustainability, while maintaining a focus on affordability and customer experience. Target’s strategic partnerships and supplier engagement programs make it an attractive partner for FMCG brands aiming to reach a broad and diverse consumer base.

Target’s retail model combines the convenience of a supermarket with the variety of a general merchandise store, making it a preferred choice for families and households seeking quality products at competitive prices. Its nationwide footprint and omnichannel capabilities ensure that manufacturers can achieve significant scale and market penetration through this retail giant.

Cosméticos24h is a leading online beauty retailer based in Spain, specializing in cosmetics, skincare, hair care, and professional beauty products. Founded in 2009, the company has established itself as one of the largest online beauty centers in the country, offering a wide selection of top brands and products tailored for both individual consumers and beauty professionals.

The company operates primarily through its e-commerce platform, providing customers with convenient access to a comprehensive catalog of more than 1,500 products from over 15 renowned brands. Cosméticos24h is recognized for its commitment to quality, competitive pricing, and a user-friendly shopping experience, making it a preferred destination for beauty enthusiasts and professionals alike. 

Product RangeCosméticos24h offers a diverse range of products, including:

• Body care
• Makeup
• Professional cosmetics
• Hair care
• Skin care
• Perfumes and deodorants
• Oral hygiene products
• Shaving and hair removal
• Health and supplements
• Baby care
• Bath supplies
• Feminine hygiene
• Nail products 

Market PositionThe company has built strong relationships with major beauty brands in Spain, positioning itself as a trusted partner for online distribution. Its reputation for reliability and customer service has contributed to its high trust rating among consumers and industry partners. 

Operational HighlightsCosméticos24h is headquartered in Elx, Comunidad Valenciana, Alicante. The company employs between 20 and 49 professionals, focusing on delivering efficient service and support to its customers. While primarily an online retailer, it also maintains a limited number of physical selling points, mainly convenience stores, to complement its digital presence.

Financial OverviewThe company's annual turnover is estimated to be between 1 and 5 million euros, reflecting its steady growth and solid market position in the Spanish beauty sector. 

Why Partner with Cosméticos24h?For manufacturers and suppliers, Cosméticos24h offers a reliable channel to reach a broad audience of beauty consumers and professionals in Spain. The company's extensive product range, strong brand partnerships, and commitment to quality make it an attractive partner for brands looking to expand their online presence in the Spanish market.

Farmacias Trébol Spain is a leading pharmacy group operating across Spain, specializing in retail pharmacy, health, and wellness products. With a strong presence in major regions such as Madrid, Catalonia, Valencia, Murcia, Castilla-La Mancha, and Andalusia, Farmacias Trébol offers a comprehensive range of pharmaceuticals, over-the-counter medicines, baby care, supplements, beauty products, and personal hygiene items.

The group is known for its commitment to both physical and digital customer service, providing 24-hour pharmacy access in select locations and a robust online platform for nationwide delivery. Their business model focuses on supporting independent pharmacies, enabling them to compete effectively in the evolving retail health landscape. Farmacias Trébol also partners with major brands, manufacturers, and laboratories to offer competitive pricing and exclusive promotions, making it a preferred destination for consumers seeking quality health and wellness solutions.

Financially, the group reported a turnover in the range of 50 to 100 million euros in 2025, reflecting steady growth and a solid market position within Spain’s regulated pharmacy sector.

• Operates a network of more than 60 physical pharmacies across Spain.
• Employs between 500 and 999 professionals, including pharmacists, support staff, and management.
• Provides both in-store and online shopping experiences, with fast delivery options.
• Specializes in food, drinks, and beauty products within the pharmacy and parafarmacy segment.
• Focuses on customer satisfaction, community health, and digital innovation.

Farmacias Trébol is an attractive partner for manufacturers and suppliers looking to reach a broad and loyal customer base in the Spanish health and wellness market.

Kifli.hu is a leading Hungarian online supermarket, specializing in the delivery of groceries, fresh produce, bakery items, frozen foods, and household essentials directly to customers’ doorsteps. Founded in 2012 and based in Budapest, the company has rapidly expanded its digital footprint, becoming a prominent player in Hungary’s e-commerce retail sector. Kifli.hu leverages advanced technology to streamline the ordering and delivery process, offering fast, reliable service with a focus on quality, variety, and customer satisfaction.

The company operates primarily through its flagship website, kifli.hu, which serves the entire Budapest metropolitan area and select surrounding regions. Kifli.hu’s product range covers a broad spectrum of food and beverage categories, including traditional Hungarian baked goods, dairy products, vegetables, and beverages, with a particular emphasis on convenience and freshness. The platform also offers care products and select homeware items, catering to a diverse customer base.

Kifli.hu’s logistics network is supported by a state-of-the-art smart warehouse, which sets a benchmark in the Hungarian retail logistics industry. The company’s delivery infrastructure enables it to serve approximately three million people, or around 1.3 million households, mainly in Budapest and its agglomeration. The company’s most popular product categories include groceries, beverages, and bakery items, with bottled mineral water being one of its top-selling items.

Financially, Kifli.hu reported a turnover in the range of 100 to 200 million EUR in 2024, reflecting strong growth and market penetration. The company employs between 200 and 499 people in Hungary, supporting its operations, logistics, and customer service functions. Kifli.hu operates a limited number of physical selling points, focusing instead on its online platform and logistics centers, including distribution centers and warehouses.

For manufacturers and suppliers, Kifli.hu offers a streamlined onboarding process and actively seeks new product partnerships. The company is known for its efficient supply chain, broad product assortment, and commitment to quality, making it an attractive partner for brands looking to expand their reach in the Hungarian FMCG market.

Key Highlights:

• Leading online grocery retailer in Hungary
• Extensive product range covering food, beverages, and household essentials
• Advanced logistics and smart warehouse infrastructure
• Strong focus on customer convenience and satisfaction
• Active supplier onboarding and partnership opportunities

LIVIN is a leading specialized retail brand in Lithuania that focuses on offering high-quality natural and organic food products, natural cosmetics, and eco-friendly cleaning products. Established in 2019 through the merger of two competitors, "Livinn" and "BioSala," LIVIN operates across Lithuania with 15 retail stores located in the country's largest towns, alongside an active online shop.

The brand emphasizes sustainability and health-conscious choices, providing an assortment of organic foods suitable for a healthy lifestyle along with natural beauty and household care products. LIVIN's offerings cater to consumers seeking products that are responsibly produced with consideration for both people and the environment.

As of 2018, LIVIN reported a turnover of approximately €5.5 million and employed around 96 personnel within Lithuania. The retail footprint mainly consists of supermarkets, facilitating direct access to quality organic products for a growing customer base. LIVIN’s stores blend modern retail convenience with a commitment to ecological responsibility, aiming to make healthy and natural products accessible to Lithuanian consumers.

The brand's approach supports not only healthier dietary and lifestyle choices but also contributes to environmental sustainability by prioritizing responsible sourcing and natural ingredients. LIVIN is positioned as a reliable partner for manufacturers and suppliers within the food, drink, and beauty categories, reflecting its focus on high standards in product quality and ethical retailing.

Shiraz is a boutique supplying customers in all 50 states with curated wine, food, cookware, and gift items. We have won over 12 awards for best food & bev specialist in the USA, and multiple regional awards as well. We have expanded into catering and also into a larger online presence, where we are currently growing rapidly. No one is as passionate about food and wine as we are -- and we have gotten into skin care recently as it fits in with our mission statement. We love to find hidden gems and feature them heavily!The business holds licenses for beer/wine/liquor on premises consumption (C-type), as listed in Athens-Clarke County business records, enabling it to serve customers both for packaged goods and on-site enjoyment. It caters primarily to local consumers in the Athens area, offering a selection of wines, beers, and related beverages in a convenience-oriented format.

With an estimated annual revenue of approximately 500K to 1M USD (equivalent to less than 1 million EURO), Shiraz Athens maintains a small-scale operation employing 5 to 9 people. This positions it as a neighborhood fixture for everyday beverage needs, particularly appealing to suppliers of wine, craft beer, spirits, and related FMCG products seeking targeted distribution in the university town of Athens, home to the University of Georgia.

The store's location on a prominent street in downtown Athens supports foot traffic from residents, students, and visitors, emphasizing accessibility and convenience in its retail model. Shiraz Concepts LLC represents a stable, independent retailer with over 18 years of operation, ideal for partnerships in beverage categories.

Careem is a Dubai-based super app headquartered in the United Arab Emirates, primarily operating in the mobility, food delivery, grocery delivery, fintech, and logistics sectors. Founded in 2012 by Mudassir Sheikha, Magnus Olsson, and Abdullah Elyas, it began as a ride-hailing service addressing the region's lack of reliable transportation options and has evolved into an 'everything app' simplifying daily life for users across the Middle East, North Africa, and Pakistan (MENAP).

The platform serves over 50 million customers in more than 70-80 cities across 10 countries, including the UAE as its core market, Saudi Arabia, Egypt, Jordan, Iraq, Kuwait, Morocco, Qatar, and Bahrain. Careem has created earnings opportunities for over 2.5 million captains, its network of drivers and delivery partners. In 2019, Uber acquired Careem for $3.1 billion USD, marking the largest tech exit in the Middle East, with Uber retaining full ownership of the ridesharing operations. In April 2023, global technology investor e& (formerly Etisalat) acquired a 50.03% stake in the Careem Super App business for approximately $400 million, enabling further scaling of services.

Key offerings include Careem Go for rides, taxis, bikes, car rentals, and school rides, emphasizing safety, reliability, and sustainability—53% of trips in the UAE used hybrid or electric vehicles in 2023. Careem Express provides B2B on-demand delivery solutions with same-day service, real-time tracking, and dedicated fleets, supporting retail, food, and eCommerce businesses in 11 cities without requiring their own logistics infrastructure. Food and grocery delivery expanded significantly: Careem Now launched in 2018 for food and pharmaceuticals, later adding groceries, with Uber Eats transferring operations to Careem in the UAE in 2020. Careem Quik, introduced in 2020, focuses on quick grocery delivery, while Careem Pay, launched in 2022, offers digital wallet services including remittances (UAE-Pakistan and UAE-India corridors), one-click e-commerce checkout, and bill payments, achieving 77% user retention.

In the UAE, Careem's headquarters in Dubai Media City supports a workforce of around 4,970 employees, fostering a purpose-driven culture to inspire talent and entrepreneurs. The company prioritizes corporate solutions for employee transport and has initiatives like extended maternity leave. While not a traditional FMCG retailer, Careem's delivery ecosystem connects manufacturers and suppliers to consumers via efficient last-mile logistics for food, groceries, and essentials, partnering with global brands to enhance accessibility in urban markets.

Careem continues innovating as a daily utility app, with over 12,000 colleagues historically driving expansion, positioning it as a key partner for FMCG supply chains in the UAE and beyond.

BMMI Shops is a prominent division of BMMI Group, specializing in the distribution, wholesale, and retail of beverages in the Kingdom of Bahrain. Established as part of the historic BMMI enterprise founded in 1883, BMMI Shops represents leading global brands such as Heineken, Johnnie Walker, Bacardi, Jack Daniels, Moët & Chandon, AB Inbev, Brown-Forman, Diageo, and many others, making it a key player for premium alcohol products in the region.

The company operates a premier retail outlet located in the Mina Salman Industrial Area, providing an extensive range of beers, wines, spirits, and related products. Customers benefit from expert staff assistance for product information, wine selections, cocktail recipes, and accessories. The shop maintains extended hours: 12 noon to 9pm on Sundays, Mondays, Tuesdays, and Saturdays; 12 noon to 11pm on Wednesdays and Thursdays; and 2pm to 11pm on Fridays.

In addition to in-store shopping, BMMI Shops offers convenient online ordering through its website www.bmmishops.com and mobile apps, with free home delivery across Bahrain for orders over BD25. Deliveries are handled directly by staff to private residences, available from 12pm to 9pm, with interactive slots for scheduling. Payments can be made online in advance or upon delivery via cash, credit, or debit cards. Customer service operates daily from 8am to 9pm.

BMMI Shops emphasizes responsible drinking, promoting sensible consumption among its clientele. As part of BMMI Group's broader retail operations, it supports the distribution of beverages to hotels, restaurants, clubs, and licensed outlets, enhancing its reach in Bahrain's hospitality sector.

The retail focus aligns with BMMI Group's resilient beverages business, which has demonstrated strong performance even during challenging periods, including adaptations like drive-through services to serve over 70,000 customers during lockdowns. This underscores BMMI Shops' reliability for suppliers seeking established channels in Bahrain's dynamic FMCG market, particularly for food, drinks, and premium beverages.

Carrefour Ethiopia, operating through a franchise partnership with Queens Supermarket PLC—a subsidiary of the Midroc Investment Group—represents the French retailer's entry into the Ethiopian market.

The partnership, announced in January 2026, involves converting 13 existing Queens supermarkets to the Carrefour Market banner, with rebranding scheduled for the first half of 2026. Additionally, the partners plan to open 17 new stores by 2028, aiming to establish a strong presence in one of Africa's largest and fastest-growing consumer markets.

This collaboration leverages Midroc's deep knowledge of the local market and Carrefour's international retail expertise to offer Ethiopian consumers high-quality products at affordable prices. Queens Supermarket, part of Midroc's diverse operations in retail, agriculture, manufacturing, and mining, will adopt Carrefour's operating systems, supply chain, and standards to enhance modern retail infrastructure.

The initiative aligns with Carrefour's global franchise expansion strategy, which has seen the group surpass 3,000 franchised stores by October 2025 and enter 13 new countries since 2022. In Ethiopia, the focus is on urbanizing areas with an emerging middle class reshaping consumption patterns, particularly in food, beverages, and consumer goods.

Midroc Investment Group, led by CEO Jemal Ahmed, emphasizes integrating local production with global benchmarks, enabling Ethiopian products to reach international quality levels while improving access to diverse retail offerings.

• Current network: 13 supermarkets targeted for rebranding
• Expansion goal: 17 new outlets by 2028
• Launch timeline: First stores operational by mid-2026
• Key partner: Queens Supermarket PLC under Midroc

This development positions Carrefour Ethiopia as an attractive opportunity for manufacturers and suppliers seeking to partner with a growing modern retail network offering reliable distribution for food, drinks, and beauty products in Ethiopia.

FAD Shoprite, operating as Shoprite in Ghana, was the local franchise of Africa's largest food retailer, Shoprite Holdings, providing a wide range of grocery items, household goods, and fresh produce to urban consumers.

The company offered products similar to major international supermarkets, including imported meats from South Africa, deli counters, a large selection of wines, freshly baked breads, and year-round fresh fruits and vegetables.Shoprite Ghana emphasized low prices through bulk buying power, delivering quality and range at competitive costs for everyday essentials, packaged foods, and small appliances.

Stores were strategically located in prominent shopping malls across major cities, catering primarily to middle-class shoppers in Accra and Takoradi. Key locations included:

• Accra Mall on Tetteh Quarshie and Spintex Road
• Oxford Street Mall in Cantonments (Glahco)
• West Hills Mall on Cape Coast Motorway
• Junction Mall on Nungua Main Road
• Takoradi Mall on Independence Avenue

These outlets operated daily from 9am to 9pm, offering convenient shopping experiences with customer support available via phone.

In 2025, amid challenges like rising inflation, currency pressures, and high operating costs, Shoprite exited the Ghanaian market. Its stores were taken over by Carrefour Group through a franchise and supply partnership with Brands For All, marking a significant shift in Ghana's retail landscape. This transition converted former Shoprite locations to Carrefour-branded supermarkets, potentially impacting pricing, product sourcing, jobs, and local suppliers while introducing more international items.

Rose Pharmacy is one of the leading drugstore chains in the Philippines, established in Cebu in 1952 by the Lim family. Renowned as one of the country's top pharmaceutical retailers, it is particularly preferred in the Visayas and Mindanao regions for providing quality and affordable medicines.

The company operates as a subsidiary of Robinsons Retail Holdings, Inc., offering a wide range of prescription and over-the-counter medications, vitamins, supplements, and personal care products. Rose Pharmacy distinguishes itself with its own line of private label generics, providing customers with more affordable options for their healthcare needs. It is also the exclusive distributor of Guardian, a popular private line of personal care products including beauty and wellness items.

With a strong focus on health and beauty shopping, Rose Pharmacy maintains its mission to ensure wide availability of quality products at affordable prices every day. Its vision emphasizes adding a unique touch of passionate care to deliver the best shopping experience for customers.

The chain has expanded extensively across the Philippines, with branches in key locations such as Cebu City, Dumaguete, Davao, Tagum, and various cities in Visayas and Mindanao. Recent expansions include new stores in Roxas City Mall and Gaisano Capital in San Jose, Occidental Mindoro. Branches are strategically located in malls like SM Supermalls, hypermarts, and standalone sites, operating with extended hours including 24-hour service at select locations like Southgate Plaza in Lapu-Lapu City.

Rose Pharmacy supports convenient shopping through its online platform at rosepharmacy.com, offering medicine delivery, call-and-pick services, and promotions on popular items such as vitamins, supplements, and health essentials. Categories include hot deals, promo packs like Fern-C products, and exclusive Rose Pharmacy generics. The stores cater primarily to healthcare needs, with a selection of beauty products, baby care, hair care, and seasonal health items.

As a trusted partner for manufacturers and suppliers, Rose Pharmacy's extensive network provides reliable distribution channels for pharmaceuticals, personal care, and wellness products, particularly in underserved regions of the Visayas and Mindanao.

The Beauty Secrets is a prominent Saudi Arabian retail brand specializing in beauty, body care, and personal care products, offering premium European-inspired items such as perfumes, skincare, haircare, makeup, fragrances, and home wellness solutions.

Founded in 1993 with its first store in Al-Khobar on Al Suwaiket Street, the company has grown into one of Saudi Arabia's leading beauty retailers.Today, it operates over 130 locations across the Kingdom, with presence in major malls, high-street areas, and commercial centers, serving more than two million loyal customers annually.

The brand's product range emphasizes high-quality, affordable items manufactured in facilities in the United Kingdom, France, Italy, and China, blending European design with local Arabian preferences. Key categories include nourishing body lotions, shower gels, hand creams, bath bombs, scented candles, diffusers, and air fresheners—focusing on natural, innovative formulations for skincare, haircare, and fragrances that cater to modern Saudi tastes.

• Signature collections like Pocahontas, Infinite Passion, and Mirzam feature popular items such as perfumes, body oils, and collagen pads.
• Products are positioned for everyday self-care, with an emphasis on authenticity, quality, and customer satisfaction.
• Online shopping via thebeautysecrets.com offers fast delivery in KSA, complementing its extensive physical network.

As part of the Al-Safa Group, The Beauty Secrets continues to expand regionally, including its first branch in Jordan (Amman) and plans for further GCC penetration, reinforcing its status as a trusted name in the Saudi beauty industry.

The company's mission is to provide innovative, natural beauty products that exceed expectations, positioning it as a friendly neighborhood partner for wellness and personality enhancement.

District General Trading and Contracting Company, operating as District, is a leading distributor of beauty and medical solutions in the GCC region, with its headquarters in Salmiya, Hawalli, Kuwait.

Founded in 1991, the company has over 30 years of experience in creating a healthy and beautiful world through the distribution and promotion of premium products. District represents international luxury brands across the Middle East and GCC, focusing on hair care, skin care, nail care, makeup, perfumes, cosmetics, and fragrances, as well as medical supplies, beauty furniture, equipment, and salon solutions.

• Distributes to diverse channels including end consumers, beauty professionals, salons, spas, electronic retailers, department stores, pharmacies, medical clinics, and hospitals.
• Emphasizes beauty education, training hairdressers, nail technicians, beauticians, makeup artists, and salon owners.
• Operates from its main facility at Hamad Al-Mubarak Street, Block 9, Salmiya, Kuwait.

The company embraces workplace diversity with employees from 21 countries speaking 14 languages, fostering collaborative partnerships with brands and customers. District is recognized as a prominent name in beauty chain supplies and medical distribution, supporting regional expansion and key customer development in the beauty and wellness sectors.

In Kuwait, District serves as a key player for manufacturers and suppliers seeking access to professional beauty and medical markets, with a strong emphasis on premium cosmetics and skin care products.

Tira Beauty India, operating as Tira Beauty Limited, is a Mumbai-based beauty retail platform launched by Reliance Retail Ventures Limited, a subsidiary of Reliance Industries Limited. Incorporated on December 1, 2021, Tira offers a comprehensive online shopping experience for beauty and personal care products, curating offerings from both global and homegrown brands.

The platform specializes in makeup, skincare, haircare, fragrances, and related accessories, catering to diverse customer preferences with authentic products directly sourced from brands. Tira emphasizes effortless browsing, accurate product information, swift checkout, free shipping on orders above ₹299, certified beauty advisors for consultations, and easy returns. Its collections include newly launched cosmetics, super ingredients-focused items, and specialized tools like face massagers and derma rollers under brands such as House of Beauty.

Inspired by the goddess Rati, symbolizing love, passion, and beauty, Tira aims to empower customers to explore and express their unique sense of beauty for every mood and occasion. The company collaborates with international brands for exclusive experiences, such as the Huda Beauty pop-up in New Delhi in May 2025 for the Easy Bake Setting Spray launch, attracting beauty enthusiasts and creators.

Headquartered at 4th Floor, Court House, Lokmanya Tilak Marg, Dhobi Talao, Mumbai 400002, India, Tira focuses on organized retail in the beauty sector.Key features include 100% authentic products, expert guidance on skin prep, primers, foundations, and makeup application tailored to skin types.

• Wide range of makeup brushes, tools, concealers, blushes, highlighters, and lip products.
• Guidance for beginners on safe online purchasing and product selection based on skin texture, type, and tone.
• Hydrating formulas recommended for dry skin, alongside luminous and matte options.

For manufacturers and suppliers, Tira represents a dynamic platform within India's growing beauty market, partnering with premium brands to reach discerning consumers seeking quality cosmetics, skincare, and haircare solutions.

Tamstore is a supermarket chain in Azerbaijan, established in 2023 by Avrora Group, a distribution company founded in 1993. Operating various formats including mini, city, and super markets, Tamstore focuses on providing accessible shopping experiences across the country with the slogan "Tam istədiyiniz market" (Your complete desired market).

The chain launched its first branches in Sumgayit, Khojasen (Binagadi district, Baku), and Narimanov district (near Heydar Aliyev Center). Initial expansion plans targeted 20 stores by the end of 2023 in super, city, and mini formats. By the end of 2024, Tamstore had opened 51 new branches, including 28 in Baku and 9 in regions, strengthening its presence and customer proximity.

In 2025, growth continued with new openings in Agdash (Laki), Gazakh, Goytepe, Nakhchivan, Masalli, Barda, and Sharur, as part of a regional integration strategy. As of recent records, the network operates 90 supermarkets nationwide.

Tamstore emphasizes competitive pricing, promotions like full 50% discounts on select products during openings, and bonus cards for cashback. The chain aims to lead the market by offering full-range products in food, drinks, and daily essentials, making it an attractive partner for manufacturers and suppliers seeking wide distribution in Azerbaijan.

• Operates in multiple cities and regions for broad coverage.
• Focuses on customer satisfaction through proximity and value offers.
• Part of Avrora Group's diversification into retail from distribution.

Jednota, spotřební družstvo v Mikulově (operating as COOP Jednota) is a consumer cooperative based in Mikulov, Czechia, specializing in retail sales of food, beverages, household goods, and non-food items essential for daily needs.

The company operates a network of supermarkets and convenience stores primarily in the South Moravian Region, including 24/7 self-service stores in locations such as Lednice, Hustopeče (Brněnská street), and Valtice (Mikulovská street). These stores offer extended access to groceries, drinks, and drugstore products via app-based entry outside standard hours, catering to customer convenience around the clock.

Jednota emphasizes a broad assortment of fresh produce, dairy products, confectionery, fruits, vegetables, and regional Czech goods, supporting local farmers, bakers, and producers. It provides additional services like cash withdrawals, bill payments, mobile top-ups, and lottery sales in its outlets.

• COOP Club loyalty program rewards customers with discounts—500 CZK back for every 50,000 CZK spent, featuring premium and bonus cards for accumulating points on purchases.
• naCOOPka mobile app for exclusive deals, store locator, promotions, and contests.
• e-COOP online shop with pickup and home delivery options from partner stores like Uherský Ostroh.

As part of the larger COOP group—the largest food retail network in Czechia—Jednota benefits from centralized purchasing through COOP Centrum and COOP Morava, ensuring competitive pricing and quality private-label products. The cooperative focuses on community engagement, regional development, and sustainability, including environmental certifications and support for local events.

With a strong presence in smaller towns and villages, Jednota serves as a reliable partner for FMCG suppliers seeking access to loyal regional customers interested in quality food, beverages, and beauty essentials.