Established in 2009 in Austria by Schlein Perfumery, CosmeticExpress is an online shop specialising in the sale of cosmetics. CosmeticExpress features around 15000 references. The company sells across Austria and other European Union countries as well as Switzerland.

CosmeticExpress offers a wide range of products in the personal care category including makeup, skincare, face care, fragrances, etc.

Some of the brands distributed are Jil Sander, Gucci, Aerin, Jevena, Lancome, etc. 

For 2020, CosmeticExpress is looking for products such as hair care, hygiene, fragrances, oral care, etc. The company is interested in branded items as well as products for private labels. 

All the warehousing and logistics are managed by Schlein Perfumery. 

CosmeticExpress’s online shop can be found on www.cosmeticexpress.com

Launched by Shashi Batra and Annie Jackson in 2014, Credo is a beauty retailer based in San Francisco, USA and distributes the largest clean beauty assortment in skincare and makeup. The firm is all about innovative sustainable packaging, transparent ethical practices, and much more.

Furthermore, 10 points of sales are operated by Credo. In 2019, the firm achieved a turnover of €575 million.

Over 2000 product references such as fragrances, makeup, skincare, etc, are offered in the personal care category.

It is noteworthy that Credo is a cruelty-free enterprise and offers a variety of vegan options.

More than 310 renowned brands like Bobbi Brown, Osea, Exa and many others collaborate with Credo. All labels associated with Credo avoid using the ingredients on The Dirty List, a foundation established by the ftim banning over 2700 harmful ingredients.

In order to work with Credo, suppliers must meet the following requirements (also known as Credo’s Clean Standard) : 

• Use official ingredient terminology (called INCI) and use ingredient source codes where possible
• Obtain documentation on their ingredients’ composition, purity and sourcing information
• Conduct basic consumer safety (on humans…that volunteer!) and product stability testing
• Back up product and ingredient claims
• Be transparent about “fragrance”—at a minimum they must categorize the type of fragrance they use, and we encourage full disclosure of all fragrance ingredients.
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Its online shop can be accesssed on https://credobeauty.com/

Nuoo is a french company founded in 2015 by Gwénaëlle Gonzalez, Julie Richard and Maxime Richard. The company is known for its beauty box and it specialises in offering natural,organic and eco-friendly products from different brands across the world.

The idea is to offer 3 to 5 products in a travel size format, along with a little booklet and a small surprise. Customers need to fill in a questionnaire so that Nuoo can send customize each box to the client’s specifications.

Nuoo currently employs 8 persons and has around 4000 customers who order the beauty box every month. The company distributes around 100 brands and offers 2000 product references on its website. It also opened its first physical shop in Orleans in 2017.

Nuoo is looking for products in the personal care category which consists of products for the face such as cleansers, moisturisers, serums, oils, face masks, make up, supplements, shampoos & conditioners, hair masks, coloration, body & bath products, perfumes, for women, expectant mothers, children and men.

The company is also looking for products in the sweet and savory grocery categories which consist of snacking, tea and chocolate.

Nuoo works only with brands which are dedicated to natural and organic products. The company wants to partner with those brands that share its philosophy and respect humans, animals and be eco-friendly.

Those wishing to partner with Nuoo have a set of requirements to comply with. Products must have natural ingredients sourced from organic farming. Furthermore, products should be certified under at least one of the following:

• Ecocert

• Cosmébio

• Natrue

• PETA Cruelty Free and Vegan

• Vegan

• Not tested on animals and Cruelty Free

• Icea

• Nature & Progrès

Nuoo doesn’t allow products containing ecological or sanitary controversial raw materials, chemical components, toxic or preservatives such as parabens, phthalates, PEGs, silicones, mineral oils, dyes and synthetic fragrances.

Nuoo’s products and its beauty box can be purchased on its online shop: https://www.nuoobox.com/

Founded in 2011, Flaconi is an online shop which operates in the beauty industry. Its headquarters is based in Berlin, Germany. The company operates its offline store as well and its products are also available in 2 Perfumery Thiemann stores.

It works with both well-known brands as well as premium and niche brands. It currently has over 55,000 references and works with over 900 international brands. 

In the financial year 2020, Flaconi achieved a turnover of around € 300 million. Currently, the company employs more than 700 people from 62 different nations. 

Moreover, the retailer was honoured with the German Brand Award for its strategic brand positioning in 2020. 

The firm offers a variety of products in the personal care category which are as follows (non-exhaustive list): 

• Facial masks 
• Liquid soaps 
• Cleaning oils 
• Makeup 
• Shampoo 

Furthermore, the retailer developed its own brand under the name “Flaconi” which is composed of products such as nail polish remover, hand sanitizer, dietary supplements, etc. 

It is noteworthy that Flaconi is FSC certified. 

Pertaining to its logistics solutions, the business partnered with Hermes ParcelShop to conduct its deliveries. Flaconi operates its own warehouse as well. 

Concerning sustainability, the firm is reducing its carbon footprint by committing to 100% recycled packaging. 

Flaconi’s online store is accessible on: www.flaconi.de

Daily Fresh is a company founded in 2014 in China. The firm is an online retailer that targets chinese customers and sells its products through e-commerce platforms. The company employs 100 persons.

The company is looking for products in the dairy, drinks, savory grocery, sweet grocery, frozen food and chilled and fresh food categories. Daily Fresh is looking wishes to work with various brands that can provide good quality products.

Founded in 2003 by Andreas Bechtolf, Atout Cosmetics is a family business specialised in the importation of small, fine and exclusive brands from around the world to Germany. The firm also owns an online shop since 2011 and operates 2 offices located in Hamburg and Wedel.

Atout Cosmetics works with over 300 clients including retailer and e-commerce businesses in German-speaking countries.

With a workforce of 20 employees, Atout Cosmetics achieves an annual sales of € 6.3 million.

A variety of beauty products are offered in the personal care category such as skincare, makeup, fragrances, etc.

Atout Cosmetics is the exclusive importer of several brands including 111Skin, Claus Porto, Coola, Elemis and many more.

Concerning logistics, the enterprise manages a warehouse in Wedel.

Atout Cosmetics’ online shop, known as Niche Beauty, can be accessed on https://www.niche-beauty.com/en-de/

Founded in 2012 by Anabel Vázquez and María Martinez , Laconicum is an online shop which is based in Spain.The company specialises in a vast range of beauty products.  

Laconicum also owns a mobile application through which its clients can access the wide variety of products which are available. 

With a workforce of 25 people, the firm achieves an annual turnover of around €1.8 million. 

Furthermore, in 2021, Laconicum won the award organised by UK-Spain Business Awards for “Collaboration and Partnership in Business” category. 

Several products are offered in the personal care category such as makeup, face and skincare, perfumes, etc. 

The company has introduced many independent brands to the Spanish market, some of which are exclusively available on Laconicum’s online store. These brands include All Tigers, Pretty Athletic, Bleude Peau and Girl Smells.

Furthermore, Laconicum endorses brands like Aquis, ILIA, Naif Care and Per Purr.

The firm wants to work with foreign independent brands of makeup, perfumes, skincare and haircare and is highly selective. Brands must be inspiring and have clean formulas.

Laconicum is also looking for products which are vegan-certified. Additionally, the company is also seeking brands that offer personal care products such as hair care, skincare, makeup, oral care, etc. 

The online shop is accessible on www.laconicum.com

Goodiebox is an online retailer that launched in Denmark and specialises in beauty boxes. This beauty box company has branches Norway, the Netherlands and Belgium. Goodiebox operates an online store as well.

Furthermore, the firm has launched in Sweden and Austria and plans to open in 9 more markets which include Finland, Switzerland and Germany.

Goodiebox currently has over 90000 subscribers.

Goodiebox offers a variety of products in the following category:

• Personal Care: eye masks, creams, essential oils, etc.

Goodiebox works with brands such as Rodial, Vichy, Jorgobe. The company imports its goods from Britain, UK and many more.

The company is looking for personal care products which include hair care, supplements, makeup, skincare, oral care, fragrances, hygiene and skincare products.

The company is looking to work with brands providing personal care products. Goodie Box is looking to partner with organic brands as well as natural and innovative brands. The company’s partners include Emite, Inca and Isang’s.

Goodiebox’s online store for Denmark can be accessed on www.goodiebox.dk

UPDATES ON GOODIEBOX ON 29/01/2021

Goodiebox is looking brands that offers products in the personal care category such as hair care, hygiene, make up, and skincare.

Michelle’s Cupcakes was founded in 2009 in Switzerland. The company is a food service that is known for their pastries and also has a catering service.

Michelle’s Cupcakes is looking to partner with suppliers of innovative, organic, vegan and healthy products for its sweet and savory grocery and concerning the drinks category, the company is looking for innovative drinks.

Michelle’s Cupcakes is very selective about its potential partners.

Vinopremier is a Spanish wine retail chain and online store specializing in wines, beers, spirits, and gourmet products. Founded in 2008, it has evolved from an online wine shop into an international franchise with a notable physical presence.

The company operates at least 21 physical locations located primarily in Spain and Mexico, with a focus on wine shops known as "vinotecas." These shops are recognized for their wide selection of high-quality wines from major wine regions worldwide and for offering personalized advice from wine experts. The brand emphasizes customer experience through wine tastings and wine-related events, reinforcing its culture and educational approach to wine appreciation.

Vinopremier follows a franchise model to expand its network, providing franchisees with operational support, training, an easy-to-manage business model, and assistance in selecting and purchasing wines. The company owns shops directly but also supports franchise development, including international expansion plans across Europe (notably receiving inquiries from Germany, UK, Sweden, and Estonia).

Its main sales channels include both physical stores and a comprehensive e-commerce platform featuring over 7,000 references, allowing customers to purchase a wide range of wines online at competitive prices with delivery services. The company’s revenue is estimated in the 10 to 50 million euro range as of 2024. It employs between 50 and 99 staff in Spain and operates 10 to 49 selling points combining supermarkets, and convenience-style wine shops.

Vinopremier's philosophy is centered on wine culture and gastronomy, viewing wine enjoyment as a social and cultural experience. The company is committed to customer relations, supplier partnerships, and continuous business development based on client feedback and market needs.

Founded in 2014, Yeme is a chain of grocery stores which focuses on food, beverages and cosmetics. Its headquarters is based in Bratislava, Slovakia.  The company’s suppliers are from Slovakia itself as it supports local producers and farmers. 

Presently, the business operates 5 stores across the country and an online store as well. The retailer also manages its own bakery and cafe. 

In the financial year 2020, the company generated a revenue of € 34.9 million, employing more than 250 people. 

Furthermore, the business provides a wide assortment of products under the following categories: 

• Savoury grocery: rice, pasta, oils, etc.
• Sweet grocery: pastry, chocolates, protein bars, etc. 
• Dairy: yoghurt, cheese, milk, etc. 
• Chilled & fresh: fruits, vegetables, ready meals, etc. 
• Frozen: meat, seafood, vegetables, etc. 
• Drinks: water, juices, ice teas, etc. 
• Wine & spirits: beer, wine, whiskey, etc. 
• Personal care: body lotions, shower gels, makeup, etc. 

It is noteworthy that the company provides a selection of products such as gluten-free, lactose-free, vegan, bio and natural drinks for people who have specific food needs. 

Furthermore, the business endorses brands such as Labooko, Lyra, Elixir and many more. 

In relation to its logistics solutions, the retailer operates its own distribution hub to support storage and transportation. 

Concerning sustainability, the company has set up its own recycling centre to recycle up to 80% of all its waste. Besides, its shops are cleaned with ecological drugstores which are environmentally friendly. 

The firm’s online shop can be accessed on: https://www.yeme.sk/

Bio Market is a buying office specialising in the retail of organic products. The company owns Bio Family,  an organic chain of supermarkets which was launched in 2019. The company is based in Poland and currently has around 6000 references. 

The company is growing and plans to open several supermarkets across Poland.

Bio Market offers a variety of Home & Personal Care, Dairy, Sweet Grocery, Savory Grocery, Chilled & Fresh Foods and Drinks. 

The Home & Personal care category includes products such as organic cosmetics and cleaning products.

The Dairy category consists of products like goat milk.

For the Sweet Grocery category, the company offers products like cereals.

Concerning the Savory category, Bio Market has products flour and bread.

The Chilled & Fresh Foods category includes products like meat.

Under the drinks category, the firm offers alcoholic drinks.

Bio Market only works with suppliers who provide organic products.

Bio Family launched the first 24/7 supermarket in Poland which operates on a cashless basis after normal opening time. Customers can still shop and use a special personalized card and pay through credit cards, BLIK, Google Pay or Apple Pay.

Choose is a French company which currently has a mobile phone application and is developing its website. The company is an online retailer which differentiate itself from other online shops by introducing the concept store experience through its application.

Choose has over 50000 users currently.

One of the key strengths remain the fact that Choose facilitates shopping by providing the shortcheck checkout system as possible for customers who buy products through the application.

Choose is looking to partner with startups and emerging brands for its personal care category which include beauty products, its food category and its drinks category.

The firm wishes to work with French and international brands and is looking for premium products.

Vegan Snacks is an online retailer established in Germany in 2008. The company specialises in vegan products and also offers monthly snack boxes and beauty boxes which allow customers to discover new brands and products. Vegan Snacks’s customers include other businesses as well as customers.

The company has 15 employees currently.

Vegan Snacks offers products in the sweet grocery, savory grocery, drinks and personal care categories.

The company proposes a range of products such as lollipop, chocolates, biscuits and snack bars for the sweet grocery category.

For the savory grocery category, the company offers products such as spices, grains, chips and biscuits.

Concerning the drinks category, the firm has a variety of drinks available such as soft drinks, smoothies and mineral water.

Vegan Snacks also offers hair care, face care, skincare  products and fragrances.

Vegan Snacks online store is accessible on https://www.vegansnacks.de/

Taste It International is an importer and distributor of drinks and is based in France. The company was founded in 2017. The company has an online shop and works with over 70 international brands from Africa, Asia. Latin America, Europe, North America and Oceania.

The company works with brands like Fiji Water, Arizona and Cockta.

Taste It International is looking for products such as soft drinks, energy drinks, soda and juices. The company is also looking for organic and natural products.

The company’s online shop is accessible on https://www.tasteitdrinks.com/fr/

Founded in 2013 by Pharmadom, a cooperative regrouping around 320 independent pharmacists, Well & Well is a chain of over 150 pharmacies which are based in France.

The business offers over 110 references.

Furthermore, Well & Well also manages an online shop and in 2019, it has also launched Well & Well Connect, a digital platform where pharmacists can promote their own pharmacy and services. 

Since 2018, Well & Well has developed a mobile application for its loyalty card customers. The firm also introduced the WellTab which can be found in all its pharmacies. The digital solutions provided by the business are advantageous to both pharmacists and customers. 

Clients benefit by sending their medical prescriptions through the platform and can pick up their items without having to queue.

Well & Well supports pharmacists who wish to set up their pharmacy under its banner by developing a business plan, finance solutions, providing training programs in pharmacy management, designing the pharmacy, finding suppliers, etc. 

The company has sold over 15 000 references under its own brand in 2019. Well & Well is recognised as one of the top 15 pharmacy chains in France.

Well & Well offers products in the following categories:

• Personal Care: supplements, face care, skincare, hair care, cosmetics, etc.
• Sweet Grocery: a range of infusions

Brands like Avene, CHV ,Cattier etc, have collaborated with the firm.

Concerning supplements, the company only wishes to partner with French brands who guarantee a higher quality than the leading supplement producers. 

Well & Well has also launched its own label, Well & Well under which it provides supplements, skincare, face care, infusions, etc. The products are manufactured locally and where possible, organic ingredients are used. To make sure that quality standards are respected, Well & Well works only with certified suppliers and manufacturers.

Concerning social responsibility, Well & Well has supported the NGO Princess Margot since 2016. 

Well & Well online shop is accessible on www.wellandwell.fr

Mr. Vegan is an online retailer established in Switzerland. The company specialises in vegan products which involve food, beverages as well as beauty and personal care products.

Mr. Vegan is looking for suppliers for its sweet grocery, savory grocery, drinks, chilled and fresh food as well as personal care categories.

Under the sweet category, the company is looking for products such as popcorn, chocolate, sweets, jams and biscuits.

Mr Vegan wishes to partner with suppliers of products such as rice, pasta, sauces, condiments for the savory grocery category.

For the chilled and fresh food category, the company is looking for products such as meat and sausage alternatives.

Concerning the drinks category, Mr.Vegan is sourcing products like organic wine, juices, energy drinks and soft drinks.

Under the personal care category, The firm wants to partner with suppliers of face care, skincare, oralcare, haircare, supplements and make up.

Mr.Vegan is looking for products which are fully vegan and cruelty-free. Most of the products offered on the company’s website are organic.

In order to ensure that all suppliers abide by its standards, they must have the necessary certifications which include v-label, vegan trademark, European State Organic Seal, German State Organic Seal, Demeter, Naturland and Bio Suisse Bud.

Mr. Vegan’s online shop is accessible on https://mrvegan.ch/

FAnn Retail, a.s., operating under the brand FAnn Parfumerie, is a prominent cosmetics retail chain in Czechia, headquartered in Brno. Founded originally in 1991, the company has evolved into one of the leading retailers of selective and luxury cosmetics, perfumes, and skincare products within the Czech Republic. 

FAnn Parfumerie specializes in a broad range of beauty categories including perfumes, skin care, face care, hair care, and makeup. It offers products from approximately 150 brands, many of which are exclusively available through their stores. Notable brands featured include Bourjois, Versace, Bvlgari, Lancome, and Gosh Copenhagen.

The company operates a network of around 37 physical perfumeries and 4 beauty salons across Czechia, supported by an active online store. Their retail points focus primarily on selective cosmetics presentation, including specialized service and expert consultation. The selling points are typically considered in the categories of supermarkets and convenience retail formats, tailored for beauty and luxury personal care. 

FAnn Retail has approximately 150 employees working in Czechia. The company reported a turnover of about €13.6 million in 2020, placing it within the "10 to 50 million" euro turnover category. This reflects its significant market presence in the domain of specialized cosmetics retail within the country.

In addition to retail activities, FAnn Parfumerie is involved in social responsibility initiatives, such as their FAnn Children Foundation supporting projects for children with disabilities and orphans. They also cooperate with organizations like UNICEF and the Blue Hippo Foundation. The company is noted for its customer loyalty programs through the FAnn Bonus Club, offering unique benefits and information to regular customers.

The company prides itself on a professional and individualized approach to customers, striving to combine traditional luxury perfumery experience with modern retail practices. Its presence and reputation have positioned FAnn as a key player in the Czech beauty and cosmetics market, appealing to brands and suppliers seeking a prestigious and extensive distribution partner in the region.

Debenhams is a retailer of beauty care as well as food and beverages which was founded in 1993 in the UK. The company has 178 stores across the UK, Ireland and in Denmark.It owns and operates the shops Magazin du Nord.

The company also owns franchises in 26 other countries, including Russia, Pakistan, Egypt, Turkey, Russia and Qatar.

Debenhams has achieved a turnover of € 2.54 billion in 2018 and it employs 7895 persons.

The company is looking to develop its food and beverages section as well as its personal care section which include beauty products.

After identifying a need for natural products on the Swedish market, Johannes Cullberg founded the chain of retail stores, Paradiset in 2015 in Sweden. The idea being Paradiset is to provide clean and natural foods which are free from harmful substances. 

Paradiset’s products range consists of 60% organic references. The company operates 2 stores and an online shop which was launched in 2018. 

Paradiset reached a turnover of € 10.2 million in 2018.

The retail chain has won several awards in 2016 including the Fast Foods Awards, NCSC and Eco-store of the year. 

Paradiset is looking for products in the following categories for its private labels:

• Savory Grocery: Herbs, Spices, Rice, Pasta, Ready meals, etc.
• Sweet Grocery: Sweet Canned Food, Biscuits, Breakfast, Hot drinks, etc.
• Drinks: Carbonated soft drinks, Ciders, Juices, etc.
• Frozen Food: Fruits, Vegetables, Ready-Meals, etc.
• Dairy: Yogurts & desserts
• Chilled and Fresh Food: Drinks, Ready Meals
• Household: Household cleaners, Cleaning supplies, Dishwash, Disposables, etc.
• Personal Care: Vitamins & complements, Health, etc.

Paradiset is also interested in meat-free alternatives. 

The focus is on keto friendly, healthy, clean, paleo-friendly, organic and products which contain probiotics. 

Concerning packaging needs, Paradiset is looking for reusable, recyclable, organic and sustainable packaging options. The firm also wishes to reduce packaging where possible. 

Paradiset mainstains a close relationship with its suppliers. In 2019, it has partnered with Midsona, a Swedish producer and brand to launch its own label, Everyday by Paradiset. Paradiset is currently in discussion with several gym chains, pharmacies and grocery chains in order to distribute its brand. 

Paradiset offers products which are free from artificial colors, flavors, preservatives and sweeteners. In some very specific cases, Paradiset can sell products which contain non-harmful additives for certain categories. 

All products must have a certificate proving that they are safe. 

Fenwick is a retail chain which was established in 1882. It is located in London, United Kingdom.        

It owns 9 independent stores in the UK as well as an online store.                 

In the financial year 2021, its turnover amounted to €273.5 million and it employs up to 5000 workers.

Fenwick’s partners include brands such as Adini, Reiss, Chanel, Boss, Dermalogica, etc.

It offers a variety of products under different categories such as: 

• Sweet grocery: chocolate, waffles, cookies, etc.  
• Savory grocery: rice, pasta, bread, etc.
• Dairy: organic milk
• Drinks: fizzy drinks, water, juice, etc. 
• Household: bed sheets, towels, cleaning products, etc.
• Personal care: make up, face cream, hair care, etc.
• Wine and spirits: beer, wine, gin, etc. 

Furthermore, the business offers products under its private label ‘Fenwick’ including spiced martini, marzipan fruits, coffee, mulled wine spices and many more. 

On top of that, it offers organic products which consist of skincare, spaghetti, chocolate, rice, etc.  

It also provides various departments such as furniture, clothing, home and technology.

The retail chain has partnered with vegan restaurant 123V in its Bond Street location as well as Roof Thirty Nine restaurant and cocktail bar in Newcastle.

Moreover, an investment of more than €45 million has been made to renovate Fenwick's flagship Newcastle Northumberland Street store.

By 2025, Fendwick has plans to partner with Thrift+, a donation service for second-hand clothes and to introduce Front Row luxury rental service in Newcastle and Bond Street to extend the life of occasionwear.

Regarding logistics, the company delivers its products by post and works with DPD, Uk’s leading parcel delivery brand. Moreover, it does not offer international shipping. 

Fenwick’s online shop can be accessed on: https://www.fenwick.co.uk/

Fann is a beauty care company which was founded in 1991 in Slovakia. The company owns 65 stores as well as an online shop. The company specialises in the sale of beauty products which include Perfumes, Make Up, hair care, face and skincare products.

The company’s turnover for 2017 was €27.5 million.

Fann has partnered with brands such as 3LAB, Bi-oil, Clarins, Elle, Givenchy and many more.

Prescription Lab is an online shop which was founded in France. The company focuses on beauty and personal care products such as skincare, face care and makeup. Prescription Lab had developed its own brand, Prescription Lab and has collaborated with Noholita to create a beauty box.

Prescription Lab is looking for partners under the beauty care products such as makeup, skincare and hair care products. The company’s current partners include Mimitika, Algology, KOS Paris, Shaeri, NYX and DrJart+.

The firm is looking for products which are made with natural ingredients. Brands must adhere to the European Law and their products should not be tested on animals.

Prescription Lab puts high emphasis on quality. The products under its own brand are manufactured in France and Italyand are often tested by a toxicologist to ensure that high standards are maintained.

Prescription Lab doesn’t use any Paraffin, Tea, MIT, DEA, PEG and Patalates in the products it offers on its website.

The company’s online shop is accessible on https://www.prescriptionlab.com/

Biotyfull Box is a French online company offering beauty boxes montly delivered to women and men.

The subscription based boxes contain high quality, natural and bio made in France products. Provided products are only in full size, no sample size.

Biotyfull Box works with hundreds of bio and natural brands in order to make end consumers discover authentic brands.  1 box contains 4 to 6 products.

The company is actively looking for new French organic and natural brands.

OHGA Pharmacy is a retail company which was founded in 1949 in Japan. The company owns a parapharmacy and drugstore chain and owns over 100 parapharmacies.

OHGA Pharmacy employs over 1283 persons.

The company is looking for suppliers for its beauty and personal care category.

Thamsyval is a French retailer that specialises in organic products and also has an online store. The company focuses on personal care products which include skincare, face care and hair care products as well as sweet grocery products like tea and infusions.

The firm is looking for suppliers of organic products and the products should not be tested on animals.

Thamsyval’s online shop can be accessed on https://thamsyval.fr/

Founded in 2015 by Paula Alcalde and Anderson Caicedo, GreenBay is a 100% vegan supermarket. Its headquarters is based in London, United Kingdom. With over 1,000 brands, all in one place, the firm is able to connect people with a plant-based lifestyle. 

Currently, GreenBay operates its physical store in London as well as an online store which offers the next day delivery service. The company has served more than 50,000 customers and sold over 500,000 goods till date. 

In the financial year ending 2021, GreenBay achieved a turnover not exceeding € 2 million and employed around 10 people. 

Moreover, the business received the Feefo Gold Trusted Service Award for its amazing customer service in 2021. 

GreenBay offers a selection of 1,200 products in the following categories: 

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

Additionally, in order to cater for consumers with specific food needs, the retailer provides a range of vegan, bio, organic and dairy-free products. Brands such as Kurt’s Kitchen, Violife, Fauna, Aloedent, Faith in nature, etc, are provided by GreenBay. 

Furthermore, the company offers its own brand under the name “GreenBay” which includes a line of plant based meats such as braised sausages, quinoa & tofu sausages and salami style slices. 

Pertaining to its logistics solutions, the enterprise partnered with DPD, an international parcel delivery service to conduct its deliveries. Moreover, the Royal Mail courier company works with GreenBay as well. 

Concerning sustainability, GreenBay is working towards reducing its carbon footprint by reusing boxes for deliveries wherever possible. 

GreenBay’s online shop can be accessed on: https://www.greenbaysupermarket.co.uk/ 

La Parfumerie Europe is an online retailer which has been in operation since 20 years and has made a name for itself in the fragrance industry.

The firm’s current partners include Armani, Cacharel, Calvin Klein and Kenzo.

The online retailer's distribution includes mainly administrations, associations, collectivities, work concils and hospitals.

The company currently offers over 3000 references and is looking to develop its make up, haircare and skincare range.

La Redoute is a French online retailer established in 1837 by Joseph Pollet. Besides it's fashion and accessories range, the firm is looking for products in the personal care, drinks, sweet grocery and savory grocery categories.  

The e-retailer mainly sells to end consumers thanks to its online shop : www.laredoute.com

The personal care category includes makeup and skincare. The company has been working with brands like Babyliss L’Oreal Paris, Silkn and Zao MakeUP.

For the drinks category, the firm is looking for products like wine, beer, champagne and other alcoholic beverages.

Under the sweet savory category, the company wishes to partner with suppliers of chocolate, sweets and desserts.

For the savory category, La Redoute is looking for canned foods and aperitifs.

The company achieved a turnover of € 882 million in 2013.

LeNotre is a French famous gourmet retail group and food service, founded in 1957. The company is a subsidiary of Sodexo since 2011 and owns 12 stores in France.

The firm also launched its own culinary school in 1971.

LeNotre is looking for suppliers of drinks, sweet grocery and savory grocery products.

LeNotre’s online shop is accessible on http://www.lenotre.com/

Established in 2014, Royal Baer Food is an importer of food items based in Romania which focuses on distributing products to large retail chains in different regions of the world including Western Europe, Middle East, Oceania, Africa, and Eastern Asia. 

Royal Baer Food achieved a turnover of € 802882 in 2019, indicating a rise of 13.1% in its revenue compared to 2018. 

Royal Baer Food is looking for suppliers that can provide items for private labels in the following categories:

• Savory Grocery: herbs, spices, herbs, rice, pasta, pulses, etc.
• Frozen Food: desserts, ready-meals, meat, seafood, fruits, vegetables, etc. 

Royal Baer is known for providing organic products.

Diouda (D’Ici ou D’Ailleurs) is an online cosmetics store which was founded in France in 1998.

Diouda was created by 3 women who identified a lack of cosmetics for black skins and mixed skins as well as hair products for frizzy hair.

The company specialises in the sale of hair products for frizzy hair and cosmetics for black and mixed skins which can be ordered through its online shop. 

Diouda is also involved in the wholesale and distribution of cosmetics. 

Diouda sells its products in France and also exports to overseas departments as well as countries in Europe and Africa. Diouda has 50000 clients.

Diouda employs 12 people.

Diouda provides products in the personal care category such as hair care, skincare, skin, makeup, etc. 

Some of the brands offered by the company are As I am, Waam, FirstLine, Nerola, Madame La Presidente, Zawadi, etc. 

Diouda imports products from the US, Kenya, Italy, etc. The business offers a range of French brands as well.

Diouda is currently looking for products in the personal care category such as hair care, makeup, skincare, etc. The company is interested in natural products. 

Diouda is looking for branded items as well a products for private labels. 

Diouda has a scientific department which tests all products to ensure that they conform with the current French and European laws and regulations regarding cosmetics. There is a scientific unit which works with non-European manufacturers. 

Brands wishing to sell on Diouda should adhere to these legislations. 

Diouda’s online shop can be found on www.diouda.fr

Established in 2000 by Nick Robertson, Asos is a British online fashion and beauty care retailer. Its headquarters is based in London, United Kingdom. The company is listed on the London Stock Exchange. Asos also operates various subsidiaries such as Topshop, Topman and Miss Selfridge. 

Furthermore, there are 26 million active buyers on the e-commerce platform and most of them are based in the UK. Moreover, Asos received 95.2 million orders in 2021. 

In the financial year 2021, Asos achieved a turnover of € 4.5 billion, reporting an increase by 19% as compared to the previous year. As of 2021, the company employed 3,017 people. 

In addition, Asos reported a 4% increase in revenue for the first half of the financial year 2022.

Moreover, the enterprise offers a variety of items listed below:

• Personal care: makeup, body lotions, perfumes, etc. 
• Other categories: clothes, shoes, jewellery, etc. 

Brands such as Huda Beauty, The Ordinary, Mac, L’Oreal, Bobbi Brown, CeraVe, Elie Saab, Garnier, Issey Miyake, Maybelline, Nars, Adidas, Nike, Reebok, Puma and many others are endorsed by the firm. 

Additionally, the firm developed its own brands under the following names (non-exhaustive list):

• Asos Design: A line of clothes, shoes, sunglasses, etc. 
• Asos Edition: A line of dresses, belts, jackets, etc. 
• Asos Luxe: A line of bikinis, jeans, tops, etc. 

In addition, Asos maintains the highest quality standards as it is certified by The Global Organic Textile Standard. 

Pertaining to its logistics solutions, the business operates its own distribution centres and a fleet of electric vehicles from DPD is available to ensure deliveries. 

Concerning sustainability, Asos reduces its greenhouse emissions by ensuring 100% of its own brand products and packaging are recyclable. 

In January 2021, the e-retailer announced that it will be building a giant warehouse of £90 million and will recruit 2,000 people in the next 3 years. 

In April 2021, the company partnered with the delivery service provider, DPD Group in order to give consumers the possibility to donate unwanted clothing to charity. In the same year later in June, Asos signed an agreement with Lush Fresh Handmade Cosmetics in order to expand its personal care portfolio. 

As per a research conducted by Oxford Economics in 2022, it proves that Asos has contributed enormously to the improvement of the UK economy and society. 

Furthermore, in 2022, the UK retailer announced that it is expecting 10-15% revenue growth in the financial year ending 2022. 

In fact, the objective of the company is to reach a turnover of € 8 billion in the next 4 years. 

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

Founded in 1991 by Nicky Kinnaird, Space NK is a beauty and personal care retailer. Its headquarters is based in London, United Kingdom. The company has become the ultimate destination for beauty discovery offering over 130 brands. 

The business operates around 80 stores across the UK and Ireland. Moreover there are 29 stores in the US as well. Space NK also offers a large selection of products in its online store. 

In the financial year 2020, Space NK achieved a turnover of € 149.4 million and employed around 578 people. 

Space NK offers a variety of products in the personal care category such as (non-exhaustive list): 

• Moisturisers 
• Cleansers 
• Makeup 
• Shampoo 
• Oils 

Moreover, the company endorses multiple brands such as The Ordinary, Hourglass, Rare Beauty, Nimya, Olapex, etc. 

In addition, the business developed its own brand under the name “Space NK” which includes products such as body wash, hand lotion, makeup bag, etc. 

Pertaining to its logistics solutions, the firm operates its own distribution centre and joined forces with Royal Mail, DHL and Stuart to conduct its deliveries. 

In March 2022, Space NK entered into an agreement with Walmart to launch luxury beauty products across Walmart’s physical and online stores. Space NK is offering more than 600 products from 15 brands via this collaboration. 

Concerning sustainability, the company partnered with Handle Recycling to introduce a new beauty packaging recycling scheme. 

Space NK’s online shop can be accessed on: https://www.spacenk.com/uk/ 

L'Occitane Group is a manufacturer and retailer of cosmetics. The company specialises in natural cosmetics. L'Occitane Group was founded in 1976  in France.

The company achieved a turnover of €1.4 billion and employs more than 9000 people. L’Occitane Group sells its various products in around 3440 stores and manages its own shops as well. 

The company sells products in the personal care category which includes face and skincare, fragrances and hair care.

L’Occitane En Provence offers a range of products that include face care, hair care, skin care and fragrances. 

In 2008, L’Occitane Group acquired Melvita, a brand of organic skin care products that was launched in 1983.

By 2010, the company was quoted on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange. 

In 2012, the firm took over Erborian, a brand of Korean skincare.

The company launched L’Occitane au Bresil in 2013. This product line includes soaps, fragrances, skin care, face care and make up products. All the products include includes local ingredients sourced in Brazil itself. 

In 2017, L’Occitane Group invested in Limelight by Alcone, a brand that offers skincare, makeup products as well as makeup brushes and accessories.

In 2019, the company acquired the British brand, Elemis, which offers a wide range of skincare products using natural ingredients. 

Furthermore, the company also manages several spas using its own brands of products.

L’Occitane group also created its charity, L’Occitane Foundation which supports visually impaired people and advocates for women to be economically emancipated.

Well, we're a totally different type of nationwide craft beer and cider distributor, representing around 500 of the best breweries from across the UK and abroad, with that number growing all the time.

Unlike other distributors, we operate entirely online and use a unique marketplace model.

We don’t need a warehouse as everything sold on EeBriaTrade is listed and priced by the breweries and then shipped directly to you from the brewery, using our own nationwide distribution network. We handle all the logistics and customer service and we think it's frankly better than the traditional models you might be used to.

Founded in 2018 by Vincent Justin and Charles Lottman, Nous Anti-Gaspi is a network of grocery stores that fights against food waste by recycling products. Its headquarters is based in the Greater Paris Metropolitan region, France. 

As of 2022, the firm operates 20 grocery stores nationwide encouraging people to consume differently. Nous Anti-Gaspi produces 12 tonnes of products per week, which translates into 100,000 meals per store and per month. 

Moreover, Nous Anti-Gaspi stores partnered with nearly 900 French suppliers such as Bonne terre, EpiSaveurs, Cereal Bio, Beaute privee, etc. 

In the financial year 2020, the firm achieved a turnover of € 8 million. 

Additionally, in 2020, the company won the title “Prix Victoires de la Bretagne 2020”. 

Nous Anti-Gaspi stores, offering around 750 references, revalue the products which were previously excluded from distribution channels and offer them at lower prices than traditional brands. 

The retailer offers a wide assortment of goods under the following categories such as:

• Chilled & Fresh Food: fruits, vegetables, bread, etc
• Sweet Grocery: chocolate, pie, biscuits, etc
• Savoury Grocery: pasta, spices, pulses, etc
• Dairy: cheese, yoghurt, butter, etc
• Personal Care: shampoo, perfume, shaving cream, etc
• Wine & Spirits: wine, alcohol, beers, etc
• Homecare: cleaning supplies, rubbish bags, air freshners, etc

Furthermore, the enterprise developed its private label in collaboration with 31 producers. Its own brand is called Nous Anti-Gaspi, which offers a wide range of products such as eggs, coffee, sausages, etc. Presently, its line of private labels has around a hundred references and generates 10% of the company’s turnover. It is noteworthy that, each time a customer buys the Nous Anti-Gaspi brand, 1 cent is collected and donated to organisations. 

Concerning the logistics solutions, the company collaborates with Stef supply chain group, which controls all of the brand's logistics in its depot based in Vannes.

Regarding the community, Nous Anti-Gaspi signed a deal with Eutopia, Quadia and Danone Manifesto Ventures in order to raise € 8 million as part of a fundraising project. Additionally, it has also teamed up with companies such as Waze and Phenix in order to combat food wastage.

Currently, the business is working towards the expansion of its network as it aims to open 50 stores by 2024. Moreover, Nous Anti-Gaspi wishes to add new references to its line of private labels throughout the year of 2022. 

Because we are convinced that everyday gestures can change your skin, we have created Oh My Cream Skincare, a range of expert basics, a true method for beautiful and healthy skin. Give your skin everything it needs every day to glow, with our easy-to-use cleansing products! Plus, we're made in France!

We are a private family owned trade and manufacturer company of agricultural and food products around the world. Our Mission - development of international trade in agricultural products, food products, investment in development projects for the cultivation and processing of agricultural products and food. Crown Food Group employs professionals with knowledge of a variety of industries and experience in international trade and manufacturer, conducting transactions in the field of mergers and acquisitions, as well as to attract financing, risk analysis, and management. Crown Food Group LTD focuses on investments in the trade of food products, international logistics, trade finance, etc.

Vegan Mania also known as Veganie is an online retailer which was established in 2012 by Christine and Pascal. Its headquarters is based in Paris, France. The company specialises in the sale of vegan, natural and organic products in the French market. 

In addition to its online store, Vegan Mania expanded its business by opening a physical store in 2015. The store was a small boutique when it first opened and later grew to a much bigger shop in 2020. 

Vegan Mania offers a variety of products in the Personal Care Category which are as follows (non-exhaustive list): 

• Cleaners 
• Serums 
• Shower gels 
• Deodorants 
• Shampoos
• Makeup 

Brands such as Dr Bronner, Lady Green, Tea Natura, Nabla Cosmetics, Joan’s Colors, Kanite, Baims Natural makeup, Hiro Cosmetics, Veganicity, YumEarth, Nailmatic, Lamazuna and many others are endorsed by the firm. 

Alongside vegan products, the firm provides a range of organic products as well. Moreover, the products are sourced from European countries like the USA, UK, Italy, etc.  

The company maintains the highest quality standards as it is vegan and organic certified. 

Pertaining to its logistics solutions, the business partners with Colissimo, a courier service company to manage its deliveries.

With regards to sustainability, Vegan Mania makes use of 100% recyclable packaging materials such as cardboard instead of plastics in order to package its products. 

It is noteworthy that the firm plans to expand its business further by opening more stores throughout the French territory. 

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

Established in 1992, Biomonde is a french cooperative of independent traders specialising in the distribution of natural and organic products. Its headquarters is based in Paris, France. The company is a different cooperative group which has independence, diversity and freedom. 

Presently, the business operates 225 stores across the country and an e-commerce platform as well. 

In the financial year 2020, Biomonde achieved a turnover of €240 million and currently employs more than 500 people. 

Additionally, the business offers a wide assortment of products under the following categories: 

• Savoury grocery: salt, spices, oils, etc. 
• Sweet grocery: chocolates, cereals, jam, etc. 
• Chilled & fresh: fruits, vegetables, charcuteries, etc. 
• Frozen: vegetables, desserts, meat, etc. 
• Dairy: cheese, milk, yoghurt, etc. 
• Drinks: juice, water, syrups, etc. 
• Wine & Spirits: a variety of wines. 
• Personal care: makeup, essential oils, shampoo, etc. 
• Household: detergents and other cleaning products. 

Brands such as Accent Bio, Alterbio, Aromandise, Biofloral, Markal, Melvita, provenance Nature, Celnat, Danival and many others are endorsed by the firm. Besides, along with organic products, Biomonde also offers salt-free, sugar-free, gluten-free, lactose free and many other dietary products in its portfolio. 

In addition, Biomonde maintains the highest quality standards as its products are Bio certified. 

Pertaining to its logistics solutions, the company decided to put an end to the activity of the logistics platform and to find a new mass purchasing solution in 2021. 

Moreover, Biomonde partnered with Viseo, a global IT and digital consulting firm to implement an innovative decision-making tool for store managers. 

Biomonde opened a large store in Ferrieres en Brie in 2021 which occupies 850 square metres space on 2 floors and it also has a kitchen and a treatment room to offer workshops. 

Furthermore, in June 2022, the company announced that it will be closing its shop in Quimper (Finistere) in 2022. 

Concerning sustainability, the firm protects the environment by partnering with local producers in order to shorten the supply chain measures. 

The company’s online shop can be accessed on: https://commandebiomonde.fr/ 

Chanel, a luxury fashion house, was founded in France in 1912 by Gabrielle Chanel, also known as Coco Chanel. Chanel is known for its high-end fashion and has expanded over time to offer accessories, cosmetics, fragrances, etc. 

Nowadays, Chanel has grown and ventured on the international market. The retailer manages a total of 310 stores in Europe, Asia, Middle East, North America, South America and Oceania. Chanel also has an online store. 

Furthermore, Chanel distributes its products to luxury department stores such as Harrods, Galeries Lafayette, Hudson’s Bay, etc. 

Chanel employs over 28000 people and in 2018 the business made a turnover of € 9.3 billion. 

In the personal care category, Chanel offers skincare, makeup, fragrance, etc. 

The company offers products under its own label, Chanel which includes fragrances, cosmetics, clothing, etc.

For 2020, the company is looking for personal care products such as hair care, makeup, skincare, etc. Chanel is interested in products for its private label.

In 2011, Chanel launched the Chanel Foundation which supports women and help them improve their economic and social situation. 

Chanel’s online shop can be accessed on www.chanel.com

Founded in 1858, Macy’s Inc is an American company headquartered in Cincinnati. The company is engaged in retail activities and during its first year of activity, Macy’s achieved a sales of nearly €75000 and has quickly evolved into one of the USA’s biggest retailers. The business has set up offices in Cincinnati, Ohio and New York.

Macy’s Inc employs 130000 persons and the organisation attained a global turnover of almost € 22 billion in 2018.

The company won several awards such as the Corporation of the Year in 2017 by the Ohio Minority Supplier Development Council. Macy’s was also ranked as one of the Top 50 Best Companies For Diversity in 2018 by Black Enterprise.

The company owns a total of 870 stores across the US under 3 subsidiaries and each of them has its own online shop:

Macy’s - Macy’s has been in existence for 160 years and is recognised as the largest brand of Macy’s Inc. This subsidiary specialises in clothing for women, men and children, fashion accessories, make-up, perfumes as well as household products, which include, kitchen items, furniture, home decor and electronics. There are 641 stores in the US and also has its online store which delivers to 200 locations across the world. Macy’s has partnered with brands like DKNY, Alfani, Nike, Martha Stewart and Gucci.

Bloomingdale’s- Bloomingdale’s focuses on luxury products such as clothing for women, men and children, shoes, accessories and home. The company has partnered with brands such as Aqua, Maje, Theory and Tory Burch. There are 146 stores in the US. In Dubai and Kuwait Al Tayer Group runs Bloomingdale’s stores under a licensed agreement with Macy’s Inc. Bloomingdale’s has an online shop as well.

Bluemercury - Bluemercury has been in operation for 19 years and joined Macy’s Inc in 2015. This subsidiary owns 164 speciality stores across 27 states in the US and also owns its online shop. The company focuses on beauty products and has established 2 brands:

• M-61 - a skincare products brand 

• Lune + Aster Cosmetics - consists of makeup products mainly

Bluemercury also partnered with brands such as African Botanics, By Terry, Clarins, Dermalogica and La Mer. 

Macy’s Inc requires all suppliers to abide by its Vendor & Supplier Code of Conduct which consists of all the strict standards and requirements in order to work with the company. Suppliers are also offered training on this code of conduct and factories are regularly inspected to ensure that they all abide by the rules. 

Macy’s Inc also wishes to reduce wastage and works with sustainable partners. 

Furthermore, the business has also been donating to different causes, Non-profit organisations and institutions. In 2018, Macy’s Inc donated around €46 million. The company also promotes diversity and inclusion.

Kotva is a department store which was founded in Prague in 1975. It is set up in one of Prague’s most remarkable buildings. When Kotva opened its doors, it became the biggest departmental store in the country and it was also the 5th largest one in Europe.

Kotva Department store is looking for products for the food, personal care and drinks categories. The company has partnered with various luxury brands in the personal care category which include Dior, Chanel, Bourjois and Sisley. 

Furthermore, there are a number of food services at Kotva Department Store which include Fashion club, Bibloo Cafe, Zetko and Dante Fresh Juice Bar.

Kotva will undergo a major renovation in 2020 and while this process takes place, the company will be actively looking for at least 200 brands to partner with.

Sharafyabi is an online shop in Turkmenistan that specialises in personal care products such as a wide range of beauty care products as well as baby care products.

The company is based in Turkey and represents brands like Sea Color,Sen Comfort and Viored.

DAX is a mexican retailer specialising in beauty products. The company was founded in 1989 in Tijuana and now owns 25 stores across the country. 

DAX offers products in the personal care category which includes products such as hair care, body care and face care products. The company aims to offer products at competitive prices.

The firm has partnered with various makeup, hair and skin care brands which includeL’Oreal Paris, Vogue, Nivea, Funk, Maybelline, NYX and Labello.

Inditex Spain is a retailer which owns a range of fashion brands such as Zara. The company was founded in Spain in 1963 and is now known as the largest retailer in the fashion industry with 8 major brands. The company has set up 7447 stores across the world and also owns an online shop.

Inditex Spain has a team of 171000 employees and in 2018, the company achieved a turnover of € 26.1 billion. 

Inditex Spain’s own brands consist of:

• Zara - launched in 1975, this brand consists of trendy clothing and accessories for men, women and children. 

• Pull & Bear - this brand offers urban-style clothes and accessories which are heavily influenced by the US

• Massimo Dutti - this brand includes clothing for men, women and children as well as fragrances.

• Bershka - Bershka offers clothing and accessories as well as make up products.

• Stradivarius - this brand targets young people and offers a range of clothing, accessories and fragrances.

• Oysho - Oysho was established in 1977 and focuses solely on women's wear

• Uterque -  this clothing brand specialises in clothing, shoes and accessories for women

• Zara Home - This brand offers design and interior products for homes and include bed linen, tableware, decorations as well as comfortable clothing and accessories.

The company has partnered with 1824 suppliers and works with over 7200 factories throughout the world. 

To ensure that all regulations as respected, these factories and partners must abide by Inditex’s code of conduct which contains standards for human rights, labour rights, health and safety regulations and environmental aspects. The code of conduct is in line with international laws and conventions.

Inditex owns 10 logistic centres in Spain which are equipped with the latest technical gadgets and are sustainable. The company relies on external contractors for the distribution.

There are also 28 laboratories to test the various products to ensure that high standards  and quality are maintained.

Alnatura is an organic retailer founded in 1984 in Germany. The company owns a number of organic supermarkets. Alnatura manages 130 stores in Germany and also operates some in Switzerland. 

The company’s turnover for 2018 was € 822 million and the company employs 3150 persons which include 150 apprentices.

Furthermore, Alnatura won the most sustainable company in 2016 and the German CSR Prize for the best organic supermarket. 

Alnatura offers products in various categories:

• Sweet Grocery: products such as pastries and biscuits
• Savory Grocery: canned food, snacks, pasta, etc.
• Drinks: fruit juice, vegetable juice, wine, etc. 
• Diary: milk, cheese, yogurt, etc.
• Chilled & Fresh Food: tofu, patties, vegan sausages, etc. 
• Frozen Food: ice-cream, seafood, ready-meals, fruits, etc.
• Personal Care: a range of cosmetics

The company also offers dairy replacement, gluten-free and vegan products.

Some of the brands offered are Allos, Adelholzener, Bauck Hof, Davert, Original Food, etc.

Alnatura developed its own brand of organic products under the label Alnatura which consists of around 1400 organic products.

Furthermore, the company is engaged in encouraging farmers to join the german organic industry. 

Alnatura ensures that all product information is displayed and this allows customers to be aware of all the ingredients which any product contains.

The company wants to work with suppliers to provide them with products for the Alnatura brand and all these products must hold at least one of these certificates:

• Organic 
• biodynamic farming
• demeter
• Naturland
• Bioland
• from biodynamic farming
• Bio Austria
• BNN-range policies

UPDATES ON AL NATURA ON 30/07/2020

Al Natura operates a new sustainable distribution centre in Lorsch and is partnering with Swisslog to manage the logistics. The new distribution centre features conveyors, picking robots, new software, etc. 

For 2020, Al Natura is looking for products in the following categories:

• Personal Care: hygiene, hair care, skincare, oral care, etc.
• Household: cleaners, air freshener, laundry care, etc. 
• Bazar: a range of bathroom accessories

The business is interested in branded products. 

Al Natura is focusing on refills for shower gels and shampoo as well as solid products.

Dennree is a retail group which specialises in organic products such as food, beverages and cosmetics. The company was founded in 1974 by Thomas Greim in Munich and started its operations by selling organic dairy products to health food stores. 

Denree supplies a wide range of products to  over 1300 organic markets and supermarkets across Germany, Austria, Luxembourg and Italy. The company also acquired 7 outlets from the food retailer, Zielpunkt in Austria. 

Dennree achieved a turnover of € 976 million in 2017 and by that time, the firm already employed 5091 persons. 

After a year, the company launched its own brand, Dennree which now consists of more than 600 products. Dennree also launched a few other brands.

Dennree had been working only with Demeter but after 1983, the company started to work with other organic retailers.

In the 1990s, Dennree launched BioMarkt partner, an association regrouping independent retailers who worked with the company. The aim was to provide advice on finance, lease agreement, marketing and other crucial information to the retailers.

In 2009, another association was created in order to provide further support to the retailers. This newer association was responsible to negotiate product ranges for all the retailers of the group.

In 1996, Dennree launched its organic supermarket chain, Denn’s Biomarkt which now has over 250 outlets in Germany and Austria. 

In 2001, the firm also acquired Living Crafts, a company that produces natural fabrics out of renewable and natural materials. 

By 2013, Dennree created the BioMarkt Future Foundation which works to support projects that help in the development of organic farming. 

In 2015, the company also purchased the Agrofarm 2000 - Eichigt, a farm located in Vogtland that produces milk as well as animal feed and food crops.

Dennree has been distributing an extensive range of products in various categories which include

• sweet grocery (pastries, snack bars,jams)

• savory grocery (oil, flour, bread)

• chilled and fresh foods (sausages, patties, meat, fish,ice-cream)

• frozen foods (organic pre-cooked meals, ice-cream, meat)

• personal care (natural cosmetics)

• drinks (wine, spirits, juices)

• Dairy (milk, cheese, eggs)

Dennree also offers a range of vegan products, vegetarian products, gluten-free and natural products.

The company also owns the following brands of organic products:

Dennree - offers a wide portfolio of products which consists of the following categories:

• sweet grocery (cereals, pastries), 

• savory grocery(sauces, snacks,oil,canned vegetables,soups)

• frozen foods(ice-cream,frozen meals,vegetables)

• chilled foods (meat,fish,vegetarian sausages, patties and tofu)

• dairy (eggs, milk,cheese)

• Drinks (fruit juices,)

Gustoni - this brand offers sweet grocery items like biscuits and savory grocery items such as pasta, pesto, sauces and antipasti.

Kognigshofer - a brand of organic meat, sausages and eggs. 

Yalia - a brand that offers organic personal care products such as face care, bodycare, oral care and hair care. 

The company has also partnered with several organic brands like Bioinside, Biopolar, Followfish, Aurora, Bergsenn, Montanari, Defu, slob and Sylk.

Concerning the logistics, Dennree owns a warehouse of 76000m2 which is divided into different temperature zones in order to cater for different types of products and store them in the appropriate conditions. There’s a fleet of 230 delivery trucks at the company’s disposal to handle all the delivery. 

Dennree also uses an online platform known as Mydennree which allows suppliers of products to upload their proposal, product details and prices online. Retailers working with Dennree can view these and also place orders directly on the system. 

Freezen, a Colombian online shop, takes a healthy spin on ice-creams and treats without neglecting the taste. Indeed, the Itagui-based company has built up its reputation for providing delicious products that are low in fat and sugar, instead opting for high quality ingredients and developing products that are rich in fiber and proteins. 

The online store has launched its own brand, Freezen which consists of healthy alternatives in the following categories:

• Sweet Grocery: cookies, jams
• Savory Grocery: crackers
• Frozen Food: ice-cream, desserts

Moreover, there are gluten-free and dairy-free options. 

The whole line can be purchased on the firm’s online store. Other online stores and phone applications such as the cornershop also offer these products. 

Freezen invests heavily on research and development to expand its range of healthy treats. The company is also intent on using high quality ingredients to provide the best products. In fact, the company has high standards when it comes to the selection of its ingredients. 

The online shop of the company can be accessed on www.freezen.com.co

Fine Food Specialist is an online grocery store based in the UK. The company was founded in 2010 by former chef Drogo Montagu. Fine Food Specialist brings quality products to a selective clientele which consists mainly of foodies as well as chefs. The firm introduces those products which are much harder to find in the usual grocery shops. Fine Food Specialist is also known for its prompt delivery service. 

The company has also developed its own brand, Fine Food.

Fine Food Specialist offers over 2000 products which include dairy products, sweet grocery, savory grocery, drinks, frozen foods and chilled and fresh foods. 

Under the dairy category, the company offers an extensive variety of cheeses such as Brie, Burrata and Camembert. 

Under the chilled and fresh foods category, the company has a range of products such as seafood, mushrooms, meat and poultry.

Under the frozen foods category, the company offers products such as meat, bacon, burgers and frozen mushrooms.

The sweet grocery category consists of products like Acacia honey.chocolates and marshmallows.

The savory grocery category involves products such as truffle crisps. Truffle oil and truffle salt.

The drinks category includes soft drinks, Fruit nectar, tomato juice as well as vodka.

Fine Food Specialist has partnered with Camembert du Normande, Torres, Black Cow and Alain Milliat. 

The organisation also offers a range of seasonal products such as christmas specials  and also encourages customers to inform them of those products they wish to purchase. The business’s aim is to provide customers with the freshest produce.

Fine Food Specialist owns a warehouse where it can store a wide range of products. 

Office Depot, Inc. was founded in 1986 and opened its first store in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. Office Depot went public with a listing on the NASDAQ in 1988. By the end of 1990 Office Depot had grown to almost 200 stores with sales topping $626million. That same year, Office Depot announced its merger with The Office Club, Inc., becoming the largest office products retailer in North America

Natural Alternative Health Products is an online retailer that focuses on natural products such as personal care products as well as food items. The company was founded in 2005 and is based in the UK.

Natural Alternative Health Products offers over 4800 SKU in the following categories :

• Home & Personal Care - supplements, makeup, nail care, oral care, skincare, face care and hair care products, air freshners

• Sweet Grocery - cereal bars, chocolate, chewing gum, mints

• Savory Grocery - oil, black rice

The company has partnered with brands such as Dr. Mercola, Vega One Foods, 100% organic, Mamma Chia, Mastika, Miradent, Nakd ad Nanny Care. 

The online shop can be accessed on: www.natural-alternative-products.co.uk

Metro is a chain of grocery stores which was launched in Canada by Rolland Jeanneau in 1947. The company used to operate under the name Magasins Lasalle Stores and over time many independent retailers joined the group. Metro merged with the Marché Richelieu grocery chain in 1975 to become Groupe Metro-Richelieu.

Moreover, Metro acquired several chains including A&P Canada in 2005 and in 2009, Dominion, A&P, Loeb, the Barn, and Ultra Food & Drug banners were rebranded to Metro. 

In 2017, Metro acquired Miss Fresh, a Canadian meal kit service. The firm acquired the Quebec drug chain Jean Coutu Group in 2018.

Metro operates 950 stores under the following banners:

• Metro
• Metro Plus
• Super C
• Food Basics

 Furthermore, Metro runs about 650 stores under its subsidiaries which are as follows:

• Jean Coutu
• Brunet
• Metro Pharmacy
• Drug Basics

Metro achieved a turnover of €12.1 billion in 2021, up by 7.4% compared to 2020, and currently employs 90 000 people. 

Grupo Ramos is the leading retail company in the Dominican Republic, founded in 1965 by Román Ramos Uría. Headquartered in Santo Domingo, it operates a diversified retail portfolio with a strong presence across the country through various brands and store formats.

The company manages approximately 75 physical retail locations nationwide, including 26 La Sirena multi-centers, 5 Sirena Markets, 3 Super Pola supermarkets, 34 Aprezio discount stores plus 1 Gran Aprezio store, and 2 Multiplaza shopping centers. Together, these formats combine supermarket, convenience store, discount store, shopping center, and warehouse-like operations to serve a broad market segment.

Grupo Ramos employs close to 9,000 employees within the Dominican Republic, making it one of the largest private sector employers and a significant contributor to the local economy. The firm's logistics operations are supported by an advanced distribution centre equipped with multiple pallet-racking and picking systems, enabling efficient handling and distribution of a diverse product range.

The company sources and retails a wide array of products, primarily focusing on food, beverages, and beauty categories, but also extending to fashion and household items. Its stores reportedly receive over 50 million visits per year, reflecting a substantial consumer base.

Financially, Grupo Ramos achieves an annual turnover of approximately €2.7 to €3.8 billion (as of 2023-2025 data), underscoring its dominant position in the Dominican retail sector.

Grupo Ramos continuously invests in modern retail formats and sustainability initiatives, including the incorporation of solar panels and electric vehicle chargers at its sites. It also actively cultivates its own private label brands tailored to meet the preferences of the Dominican market.

The company's strategic vision reflects a commitment to excellence, growth, and sustainable development, positioning it as a key retail partner for manufacturers and suppliers targeting the Dominican Republic's dynamic FMCG market.

Hennes & Mauritz (H&M) is a fashion retailer established in Sweden. The company launched in 1947 and now has shops in 62 countries. The company was listed on the Stockholm Stock Exchange in 1974 and offers online shopping in 33 countries. 

H&M is known as the 2nd largest global clothing retailer and in 2018, the company achieved a turnover of €20.4 billion. H&M is worth around €10 billion.  The firm employs 123283 persons. The company owns over 4500 stores across the world.

In 1976 H&M launched its first store in London and began to expand in Europe. The company launched its online shop in 1998. In 2000 the company launched its first U.S store.

In 2008, H&M ventured in home furnishings and launched H&M Home Stores throughout the globe. 

The company opened its 3000th store in China in 2013. 

H&M has launched several collections with famous designers like Karl Lagerfeld, Stella Mc Cartney and Viktor & Rolf. The company also launched collections in collaboration with celebrities like Madonna. 

H&M owns several brands:

• H&M - the clothing brand available at all its H&M stores

• COS - COS launched in 2007 and focuses on minimalist modern clothing. There are 197 COS stores in 34 countries as well as an online store.

• & Other Stores - this store was founded in 2013 and offers a range of clothes, shoes, accessories and beauty products for women. The company owns 46 stores across the world as well as its own online shop.

• ARKET - ARKET was established in 2017 and offers clothes for children.

H&M also became the holding company of Fabric Scandinavien AB in 2008 when it acquired 60% of its shares. The company has 3 brands: Cheap Monday, Monki and Weekday.

H&M also created the HM Foundation which carries out programmes and invest in the welfare of people. Furthermore H&M also launched the H&M Design Award which helps young designers and fashion graduates enter the fashion industry.

Forever21 is a retailer that specialises in clothing, accessories, beauty products and home products. The company was founded in 1984 in Los Angeles, California by a Korean couple, Do Won Chang and Jin Sook Chang. The first shop was opened under the name Fashion 21. Forever 21 initially brought Korean fashion and targeted Korean-American customers.

Within a year, the firm achieved a turnover of €623000 and the founders started to launch new stores every 6 months. The name was eventually changed to Forever 21. 

In 1989 Forever21 opened its first store in a shopping mall and by 1997, the company had launched 40 shops. The firm also launched several clothing lines which include;

• Forever21

• XXI Forever

• Love21

• Heritage

Forever 21 attained a turnover of €4,31 billion in 2018. The company is recognised as the 5th biggest specialty retailer in the US and was also ranked as the 122th in the list of largest private companies of USA by Forbes magazine. 

Forever21 runs over 700 stores in America, Asia, the Middle East and the UK. While Forever 21 INC manages all its USA stores, the overseas stores are mostly franchised stores or are run in joint ventures. Furthermore, the company also manages its online store.

The business has partnered with various brands such as BOY London, All Good, Casio, Dope, ETA, Haute Rogue, Keds, Maybelline, Miss Truth, NYX, Nautica and many other brands. 

Forever21’s online store is available on https://www.forever21.com/

Since 2008, Wholegood has been providing organic food and drinks. The firm is established in the UK and its main clients include Earth Natural Foods, Budgens and Daylesford Organic. Wholegood supplies many independent retailers, schools and restaurants. Furthermore, the company has set up an online store with over 30 references on Ocado but also has an online shop which targets wholesalers.

Wholegood won the Specialist Wholesaler of the year award in 2019. 

Wholegood offers products in the following categories:

• Savory Grocery - Grains, noodles, soup and pasta

• Sweet Grocery - Chocolate and nut spreads, cereal bars 

• Chilled & Fresh food - Precooked meals like Pizza

• Drinks - soft drinks, juices, water, non-alcoholic spirits

• Dairy - Yoghurt, Butter

The firm is organic accredited and works only with suppliers who are recognised as being organic and is looking for products that are produced locally. The company has partnered with brands such as Belu, Fix8,Griddle,Daily Dose, BTW Tonic, Alualle and many more. 

Wholegood also has its own warehouse which is equipped with solar panels which allows it to produce at least 50% of its energy. 

Concerning the packaging, the company uses recycled and compostable packages. 

Wholegood’s whole online shop is accessible on www.wholegoodsupply.co.uk 

Alrabia Aljadeed is an importer and distributor based in Libya. The company is part of Alkabaely Group and was founded in 1994. Alrabia Aljadeed is the largest supplier of FMCG products in the Libyan market.

Alrabia Aljadeed operates 2 branches located in Benghazi and Tripoli. Moreover, the firm runs 3 distribution stores to be able to reach retailers easily. 

The firm is the biggest local importer of cookies, wafer and chocolate.

Furthermore, Alrabia Aljadeed offers a number of products in the following categories:

• Savory Grocery: nuts, crackers, canned beans, etc.
• Sweet Grocery: cookies, jams, cakes, etc.
• Drinks: energy drinks, soft drinks, juice, etc.
• Frozen Food : frozen vegetables, frozen fruits, and many more.

Alrabia Aljadeed works with brands worldwide namely Americana, Tiffany, IFFCO and various others.

Alrabia Aljadeed owns 2 private labels which are named:

• Bahi: tuna and cheese.
• Canary: cooking oil

These products are exported to all over the world.

Alrabia Aljadeed owns a fleet of distribution vehicles to deliver all over Libya. The company owns 2 warehouses of 7000 m2 in Benghazi and 8000 m2 situated in Tripoli. The warehouses are equipped with large refrigerators for frozen goods.

Zooplus Germany is an online retailer of pet food and pet care and was founded in 1999 in Germany. The company offers over 8000 products which include pet supplies for dogs, cats, birds as well as aquatic animals. Zooplus has online shops in 25 countries including Portugal,  Denmark, Poland and Sweden. 

Zooplus Germany achieved a turnover of €1.35 billion in 2018 and employs 635 persons. The firm is also listed on the Frankfurt Stock Exchange since 2008. 

Zooplus Germany offers products for pets such as dry food, wet food, snacks, and toys for cats and dogs, supplies for animals like rabbits and other rodents, birds, horses and aquatic animals.

The company offers a wide selection of products from brands like Royal Canin, Wolf of Wilderness, Applaws, Felix, Cosma Snacks and many more.

Zooplus has also developed another e-commerce platform, Bitiba which offers animal food and supplies. 

Furthermore, the company launched Zoobee, an online supermarket that offers food, drinks and home & personal care items for people but also pet products. The product ranges contain canned food, pasta, confectionery, drinks, baby care, oral care, hair care and cleaning supplies. Zoobee offers vegan and organic products as well.

Zooplus’s website is accessible on https://www.zooplus.de/

Associated British Foods was founded in 1935 and its headquarters is based in the UK. The company operates in 50 countries across the world and its activities are divided into 5 sectors: Grocery, Agriculture, Retail, Sugar and Ingredients. 

Associated British Foods achieved a turnover of €1745 million and currently employs 137000 persons. Associated British Foods has an extensive range of brands. Over time the business has also acquired various companies in different sectors and launched its own subsidiaries.

In the Grocery Sector, Associated British Foods owns various businesses which include: 

• AB World Foods which produces a wide range of food items such as curry paste and sauces under the brands Patak’s, Blue Dragon and Tabasco. 

• ACH is a business that operates in North America and owns brands like Mazola, Karo and Argo.

• Allied Bakeries is a company located in the UK and produces pastries and other bakery goods under several brands which include Allinson, Burgen, Sunblest and KIngsmill.

• Allied Mills - This subsidiary specialises in milled flour and semolina which it distributes not only to ABF companies but other bakeries in the UK as well.

• George Weston Foods Limited - The company offers various types of breads under brands like Burgen and Tip Top. However, the company is also involved in animal feed products and flour milling.

• Ryvita offers a range of products such as crispbread and other healthy products. Ryvita acquired Jordans as well as Dorset Cereals.

• The Silver Spoon Company offers a wide range of products that include sugar in different forms such as demerara, syrup, cubes and icing sugar.

• Speedibake produces a wide range of baked goods such as breads, rolls and pastries. Speedibake portfolio includes more than 600 products.

• Twinings is a tea business that offers over 200 varieties of tea. The company merged with Ovaltine which offers a range of hot chocolate and malt drinks.

• Westmill offers products such as rice, spices, sauces, flour, noodles and many more products. The company distributes several brands such as Patak’s, Guru, Habib and Rajah.

In the Sugar section, the subsidiary AB Sugar manufactures cane sugar as well as beet sugar and has set up factories in Europe, Africa as well as China. The company also has several by-products which include bioethanol, animal feed and electricity.

In the Agriculture sector, AB Agri provides farmers and related businesses with products such as animal feed. 

Concerning the Ingredients sector, Associated British Foods provides products such as yeast, emulsifying enzymes and also developed a pharmaceutical range of products.

In the Retail sector, the company owns Primark, a retail group with over 360 shops across the world. The company offers products such as clothing, accessories and beauty products.

Associated British Foods is concerned about the welfare of people and the environment. 82% of the group’s waste has been recycled and the company is also using energy from renewable sources. The company also donates food regularly and has created nutrition education programs programs. 

Suppliers and their employees are also trained by the group regarding sustainable practice. In India, 6000 female farmers received training in sustainable farming methods. 

PPT Romania is a clothing, accessories, shoes and cosmetics retailer. The company was founded in 2006 and has opened around 145 shops in Romania as well as an online shop. 

PPT Romania achieved a turnover of over €50 million in 2017 and also has over 1100 employees. 

PPT Romania offers products like lipstick and nail polish in the personal care category. The company works with brands like Top Lady and Miss Fon. 

PPT Romania’s online shop is accessible on https://www.ppt.ro/

Tavriya is a chain of supermarkets which was founded in 1992 in Ukraine. The company has set up 52 stores across Ukraine and owns T-Sprink, a chain of cafes serving healthy foods. Tavriya offers online shopping and a delivery service. The company offers over 50000 references.

Furthermore, Tavriya is the first company in the country to offer free bus routes to its visitors. The firm's clients include restaurants, fitness centres and hospitals.

The business achieved a turnover of € 65.9 million in 2018 and the company employs 937 persons. 

Tavriya offers a wide range of products under the following categories:

• Sweet grocery - chocolates, waffles, pet food and pastries

• Savory Grocery - pasta, grains, oil, flour

• Frozen Food - frozen vegetables, frozen fruits, frozen seafood and ice cream.

• Chilled & Fresh foods - Beef, pork, poultry, sausage, ham, bacon and smoked meat.

• Dairy - Yoghurt,Cheese, Butter, milk, butter and cream

• Drinks - Wine, Vodka, Water, Ice tea and juice

• Home & Personal Care - detergents, cleaners, fresheners, hair care, oral care, skin care and nail care

Tavriya also provides gluten-free products.

Tavriya manufactures products under its private labels. These consist of products in the confectionery category, bakery products and frozen meat and fish semi-finished products. Furthermore, there are around 3000 products exclusively available at Tavriya. 

Tavriya ensures that it works with suppliers who maintain international standards in order to be able to offer customers with high quality products. 

Tavriya’s own brands include:

• Cappone - a brand offering products such as Pizza

• Eurogroup

• Didie

• Cemepka

Tavriya’s online shop can be accessed on http://www.tavriav.ua/

Rustan’s Group is a company that was founded in 1952 in the Philippines. The company is known for having brought a wide range of luxury brands to the Filipino market. The firm was also the first to introduce gift certificates and loyalty programs in the country.

Rustan’s Group of Companies owns several subsidiaries:

Rustan Commercial Corporation Inc. 

Founded in 1957, the company manages Rustan’s Department store and owns 5 stores and a number of boutiques. Furthermore, there’s also an online shop. The company achieved a turnover of € 99.8 million in 2015

Rustan Marketing Corporation Inc.

This subsidiary was founded in 1964 in order to focus on the launching and distribution of various luxury brands in the Philippines. Rustan marketing Corporation has been introducing various international brands of clothing, watches, accessories, luggage, shoes, home deco and beauty & personal care brands. Brands in the personal care include Max Factor, Covergirl, BeYu, Hugo Boss, Kenzo, Gucci,Elle and Nuxe. The company attained a turnover of € 19.2 million in 2017. 

SSI Group Inc.

SSI (Stores Specialists Inc) was established in1987 and manages franchises of various luxury brands in the Philippines. The company now has more than 100 brands and 638 speciality stores. Its brands include  Zara, Lacoste, Marks & Spencers. In 1999, SSi launched Beauty Bar, a store that offers a range of beauty products. The firm achieved a turnover of € 170 million in 2016. 

Santa Elena Realty Inc

This company manages Sta. Elena Golf & Country Estate, a luxury residential estate.

Royal Duty Free Stores

Royal Duty Free Stores launched in 1993. The company became a leading duty-free store and operated its first store in The Royal Subic Mall. 

Tantoco-Rustia Foundation

The foundation offers scholarships, sponsors events in arts and culture and carries out various fundraising programmes and organises many activities tor people in the Philippines. 

Rustan Coffee Corporation Inc.

The company was launched in 1997 and manages Starbucks in the Philippines. The company achieved a turnover of € 162 million in 2017.

Adora

This department store is known for its luxury products and was acquired by the group in 2017. 

Kose is a japanese manufacturer and distributor of personal care products such as cosmetics, hair care and skincare. The company was founded in 1946 in Japan and its headquarters is located in Tokyo. 

Kose achieved a turnover of € 2.67 billion in 2018 and the company currently has 8117 employees. 

The business has categorised its products under 3 segments, namely the High-Prestige brands, Prestige brands and Cosmetaries.

High-Prestige brands consist of products of high quality which one will only find at exclusive luxury shops. Brands such as Tarte, Decorte and Albion are part of this segment.

Prestige brands are those brands which Kose distributes to mass retailers and mass drugstores and concern brands like Elsia and Formule.

Cosmetaries concern both cosmetics and toiletries which are sold at affordable prices. They are available at mass retailers, drugstores as well as convenience stores and retail outlets. Customers will find brands such as Visee, Fasio and Bioliss. 

Kose offers products from its own brands but has also acquired Jill Stuart in 2004 and the brand Tarte Cosmetics. 

Kose’s private labels include:

• One by Kose - A brand of face care products such as moisturisers

• Esprique - a range of makeup products

• Visee - makeup products such as lipstick and eyeshadow palettes

Established in 2008 in Saudi Arabia, Whites is a retail company specialising in personal care and beauty products. The company has grown rapidly and has more than 100 shops in over 20 cities in the country. Furthermore, there are now over 1000 associates that work with the company. There is also an online shop to facilitate shopping. 

Whites employs 800 persons and has been recognised by Forbes Magazine as the most successful concept in Saudi Arabia.

Whites offers a wide range of personal care products, including Make up, Skin care, Hair care and supplements. The company offers products from Avene, Anastasia Beverlyhills, Bioderma, Belle, Benefit, Bourjois, Sleek, Comfort Plus, Dior, Garnier, Lens Me, Mavala and Pixi. 

The firm is also willing to work with local brands of personal care which provide high quality products.

Whites’s online shop is available on www.whites.net

Founded in 1995 and based in Russia, Rive Gauche is one of Russia’s largest beauty and cosmetics retailers. Since 2007, the firm has been under the ownership of Finstar Holding. 

The company has more than 250 stores across Russia, including a  600m2 flagship store in AFIMALL shopping centre in Moscow. 

In 2021, Rive Gauche partnered with the E-commerce business, Ozone. 

An online store is also available on the website. 

Moreover, in 2020, Rive Gauche achieved a turnover of around € 354.47 million and has a workforce of 7,500 people. 

Several products are available in the following categories:

• Personal Care: skincare, hair care, fragrances, etc.
• Household: air fresheners, candles, cleansers, etc. 

Furthermore, services such as haircut, nail care, cosmetology, etc are also offered. 

Rive Gauche endorses over 240 brands such as Adopt, Dior, Amouage, Garnier, Ferrari, Chi, Estel and Bio-oil, etc.

Additionally, these items are imported from various countries across the world, such as Italy, USA, France, Etc. 

Rive Gauche also launched its own makeup brands such as  Eva Mosaic, Gourmandise, Maori, Patrena, RG Professional and many others.

The online shop can be accessed at: www.rivegauche.ru

DBS Chile is a personal care retailer which was founded in Chile in 2006. The company is known for its range of beauty products and has set up several stores in Chile. Furthermore, DBS Chile has an online shop.

DBS Chile offers personal care products such as makeup, hair care, skin care and face care.

One can find products from brands such as Elf, China Glaze, Maybelline and Mantra. Furthermore, DBS Chile also offers products which are cruelty free. 

The company has also developed its own brands of personal care products:

• DBS Cosmetics - DBS Cosmetics offers a wide range of makeup products from mascara, lipstick and eyeshadow.

• DBS Basics - Under this brand, skin care, face care and hair care products are available.

DBS Chile’s online store can be accessed on www.dbsbeautystore.cl

Capello Point is a business which offers a range of beauty products in Italy. The company was founded in 2000 and now has 36 shops in various shopping centres throughout the country. Capello Point also has an online shop. In 2017, Capello Point was acquired by Star Capital, an investment company.

Capello Point achieved a turnover of € 10.5 million in 2018 and employs 108 persons.  

The organisation offers a range of products that include hair care, face care, body care, makeup and manicure products. Capello Point targets customers such as hairdressers, beauty therapists and other professionals within the beauty field. Furthermore, the company also offers several beauty boxes with a range of beauty products.

The company works with Italian as well as International brands. Many brands are exclusively available at Capello Point. 

Products from brands like Payot, Mesauda, BB Hair Care and It is Pure.

Capello Point’s online shop is accessible on https://www.capellopoint.it/

Guardian is a company that offers personal care products and offers over 9000 references. The company is based in Singapore and has opened more than 117 stores across the Singapore. In 2014, the company launched its online shop.

Guardian Singapore offers a range of personal and beauty care products which consist of perfume, makeup,skincare, face care and baby care products. 

Products from brands such as Audace, Axe, Bioderma, Garnier, Cetaphil Futuro are available in all Guardian shops. 

The firm has developed its own brand, Guardian, which includes makeup, perfumes, body care, hair care and oral care products.

Guardian Singapore’s online shop is available on https://www.guardian.com.sg

Based in Saudi Arabia, Nahdi Medical, a chain of pharmacies, was established in 1986 when it launched 2 pharmacies in Jeddah. Nowadays, Nahdi Medical Company operates over 116 pharmacies in 145 cities in the country. Moreover, Nahdi Medical Company also runs an online shop. 

Nahdi Medical attained a turnover of € 131 million in 2018 and employs 2000 persons.

Nahdi Medical offers products in the following categories:

• Savory Grocery: snacks, crisps, pulses oils, baby food, etc.
• Sweet Grocery: hot drinks, sweets, breakfast cereals, etc.
• Drinks: mineral water, sugar-free drinks, coconut water, etc. 
• Dairy: cheese, milk, butter, cream, yoghurt, etc. 
• Frozen Food: desserts, ice-cream, seafood, ready-meals, etc.
• Chilled & Fresh Food: bread, charcuterie, ready-meals, etc.
• Personal Care: hair care, oral care, supplements, baby care, etc.
• Household: cleaners, laundry care, dishwash, disposables, etc.

The business also offers dairy-free and meat-free products.

Some of the brands available are Pampers, Evian, Tresemme, Babyliss, Kiwa, etc.

For 2020, Nahdi Medical is looking for products in all its categories.The firm is interested in the following:

• Savory Grocery: herbs, spices, rice, pasta, pulses, canned food, etc.
• Sweet Grocery: sugar, chocolate, sweets, industrial pastries, etc. 

The focus is on suppliers of products for private labels as well as branded items. 

Nahdi Medical Company’s online store can be accessed on www.nahdionline.com

Promena is an importer and distributor of both food and non-food products and specialises in the wholesale and retail business. The company was founded in 1958 and is located in Switzerland. 

The company employs 48 persons.

Promena specialises in marketing and managing various brands. Furthermore, the company also handles the logistics and owns a logistic platform. 

Promena represents brands such as Lipton, Lays, Alvalle, Butty, Rulle, Tropicana, Zentis, Vahine and Orangina. 

The company also owns Herba Imodac which specialises in the distribution of beauty products. 

Apteka 911 is a pharmaceutical chain which was founded in 1996 in Ukraine. The company operates 616 stores in 22 regions across the country and has over 2 million customers. Furthermore, Apteka 911 also manages an online shop.

Apteka 911 is recognised as one of the top 3 pharmacy chains in Ukraine. Furthermore, the company invests in training programmes for its employees.

Apteka 911 offers a wide range of products in the personal care category which includes hair care, oral care, face care, body care, hygiene products and makeup. The products have the necessary certifications and are registered with the Ministry of Health in Ukraine. 

Brands such as Kotex, Always, Alloton, Pharma Group, Acme, Elseve and D’Oliva.

Apteka 911 began managing a 2-storey warehouse since 2014 which covers an area of 5000 square meters. The company also has the logistics for the proper management of the warehouse.

Apteka 911's online shop can be accessed on https://apteka911.com.ua/

Shins is a retailer of beauty products located in Malaysia. The company has been in operation since 1999.The company runs 50 stores in shopping malls in the country and also manages an online shop. 

The business has won the SME Recognition Award for 10 consecutive years since 2008 and was also awarded the Sin Chew Business Excellence Award in 2017. Shins also won the Golden Eagle Award which recognises the 100 Excellent Enterprises in Malaysia. 

Shins offers products such as hair care, fragrances, bodycare, skincare, makeup and nail care. The company also sells values sets which allow customers to benefit from discounts.  There are over 200 brands available. Furthermore, Shins also has a membership program and customers can earn vouchers and other benefits. 

Products from brands like Lakme, Miriam Quevedo, Orly, YS Park, Rica and Declare are available in the shops. 

Shins’s online store is accessible on https://shins.my/

Established in 2016, Powder cosmetics is a cosmetics retailer which provides a wide range of products. Its headquarters is based in London, United Kingdom.

It operates one store as well as an online shop. 

Powder cosmetics achieves a turnover of  €4.5 million and it employs less than 25 employees.

The company offers a selection of luxury personal care products which include makeup, skincare, face care, etc.

Its portfolio consists of 50 leading brands and some of them are:

• Moroccanoil: shampoo.
• Delfy: a line of cosmetics. 
• Bioderma: skin care. 

Moreover, it is noteworthy that Powder Cosmetics offers virtual consultation to its customers. 

With regards to its logistics solutions, it delivers its products via third-party delivery services. 

Powder Cosmetics’s online shop is accessible on:  www.powdercosmetics.co.uk

Established in 1975, Liberty London is a retail group which specializes in an extensive range of products. The department store is one of London’s most prominent shops and it is headquartered in London, United Kingdom. 

In the financial year 2022, the group achieved a turnover of €94.2 million compared to €68.4 million in the previous year. Moreover, it employs more than 750 employees. 

The company operates a shop and an online platform. 

Liberty London provides a selection of products in the following categories:

• Personal care: skin care, hair care, perfumes, etc. 
• Household: kitchen accessories, bathroom towels, candles, etc. 

Its portfolio consists of several brands including:

• Bottega Veneta: a range of sunglasses. 
• 111skin: skincare products. 
• Ouai: a range of shampoo. 

Moreover, Liberty London has developed its private label “Liberty” which comprises products like scented candles, skin care kit, beauty kit, jewellery, etc. With regards to its logistics solutions, Liberty London collaborates with Click and Collect delivery services for the smooth delivery of its products. 

Its online shop is accessible on: https://www.libertylondon.com/

Skin Inc is a company based in Singapore that offers a range of beauty products. The company distributes its products through its Skin Inc stores, other stores such as Sephora and also sells online through its website. Skin Inc developed its own line of face care products under the brand Skin Inc.

Skin Inc received various awards which include the Spa Awards 2017, Elle Beauty Treat List 2018 and the Bazaab Beauty Awards 2018. The company has also appeared in magazines like Vogue and Refinery29.

Skin Inc offers personal care products that include face care products and makeup. The products are free from paraben, artificial scents and ingredients. The company sells its products throughout Asia, Europe and the US. 

Skin Inc’s online shop is accessible on https://iloveskininc.com/

Praktijk Van Eeghen is a medical pedicure practice based in Amsterdam, the Netherlands. The company offers a range of specialised treatments devised by medical pedicurist Muriel Ruiter Landzaat.

The company also developed a private label known as Van Eeghen Footcare which consists of foot care products. These products can be used by anyone, including diabetic people. 

Van Eeghen Footcare products can be purchased at the practice itself or on the company’s online store which is accessible on https://www.vaneeghenfootcare.nl/

Nudestix is a company which offers makeup products. The company was launched in Canada in 2014 and offers natural products under its own brand, Nudestix. Nudestix’s products come in crayon form which the founders believe are much easier to use.

Nudestix manages an online shop where customers can access all its products. In addition to this, the business also distributes its products to beauty retailers like Macy’s and Sephora. The company sells its products in the US, Canada, the Netherlands, UK, Malaysia and Thailand.

Nudestix won several awards, including the Bazaar Beauty Awards 2016 and the Beauty Awards 2015. 

Makeup products are made out of natural ingredients and are free from preservatives, parabens and gluten. Furthermore, the firm’s products are cruelty-free.

Nudestix’s online store can be accessed on https://www.nudestix.com/

Kakadu is a chain of pet stores which was founded in 1999 and is based in Poland. The company also has an online store which allows customers to purchase their pet supplies without having to move around.

Kakadu owns 42 stores in Poland. The firm won the Good Brand 2012 - Quality, Trust & Reputation in the pet shop category. In 2014, the online shop was ranked 1st in the list of online stores offering pet products.

Kakadu offers a wide range of pet foods and pet supplies for animals like dogs, cats, rodents, birds, fishes and other pets. Products from brands like Royal Canin, Beaphar, Applaws and kitekat. 

The business is also an advocate for the welfare of animals and works with many charities and organisations.

Kakadu’s online shop is accessible on https://e-sklep.kakadu.pl/

Hauschild Hygieneprodukte is a company offering personal care products. The company was founded in 1989 and is based in Germany. The business also has an online shop.

Hauschild Hygieneprodukte employs 80 people. The firm’s clients include individuals, medical practices and beauty salons. 

The company offers a wide range of products in the personal care category that include cosmetics, wipes, body care and food supplements.

Brands such as Tena, Hartmann, Biozoon and Hipp. 

The company’s online shop is accessible on https://hauschild-shop.de/

Gratis is the largest beauty and personal care retail chain in Turkey, founded in 2009 under Sedes Holding. It operates an extensive network of over 650 to 700 stores across all 81 provinces of Turkey, making it a leading player in the personal care market of the country. The company focuses on makeup, skincare, haircare, personal hygiene products, baby care, and related accessories, offering more than 15,000 products in 15 different categories.

Gratis emphasizes value-for-money pricing, private label and exclusive brands alongside internationally recognized names, aiming to provide affordable and accessible beauty and personal care solutions to a broad customer base. It is known for frequent promotional campaigns, loyalty programs, and a dynamic retail environment focused on customer satisfaction. As a brand, Gratis is widely recognized and has earned a reputation as one of the most admired and trusted companies focused on women’s personal care needs in Turkey.

In addition to its retail stores, Gratis has expanded into specialized Beauty Centers providing personal care services such as manicure, pedicure, nail art, and hairstyling. These centers also contribute to social initiatives such as empowering women through training and employment programs via the Gratis Beauty Academy.

Corporate headquarters are located in Ümraniye, Istanbul, serving as the strategic center for operations, marketing, merchandising, supply chain, and e-commerce. Gratis has cultivated a performance-driven culture with innovation and collaboration at its core. It operates primarily supermarkets or personal care retail stores, focusing on the beauty segment.

Financially, Gratis is estimated to have a turnover in the range of 1 to 10 billion euros as of 2024, reflecting its position as Turkey's dominant beauty retailer. The company employs between 1000 and 4999 staff members within Turkey, supporting its extensive physical and online retail operations.

Plaza Lama is a family business that operates department stores and supermarkets in the Dominican Republic The firm is also a wholesaler and importer of food and non-food products. Plaza Lama offers over 100000 references. 

Plaza Lama manges 15 stores under the following banners:

• Super Lama: a chain of supermarkets

• ElectroLama: a chain of electronic stores

Plaza Lama also runs an online shop. 

Over 2100 people are employed by the firm.

Plaza Lama offers product in the following categories:

• Savory Grocery: oil, rice, seasonings, sauces, etc.
• Sweet Grocery: candies, sugar, biscuits, etc.
• Drinks: beer, water, juices, etc.
• Dairy: eggs, milk, cheeses, etc.
• Chilled & Fresh Food: charcuterie, vegetables, fruits, etc.
• Personal Care: skincare, oral care, hair care, etc.
• Household: air fresheners, andles,cleaners, etc.

Plaza Lama provides brands such as Cif, Nestle, Maggi, Milex, etc. Many of the brands are exclusively available in Plaza Lama’s stores. 

The company imports products in the following countries such as Switzerland, Denmark, France, UK, etc. 

Plaza Lama’s online store can be accessed on www.plazalama.com.do

Shoppers Stop is a chain of departmental stores which was founded in 1991. The company is based in India. Shoppers Stop currently operates 83 stores across the country as well as an online shop which was set up in 2008.

In 2016, the firm launched its mobile phone shopping application. Shoppers Stop is a subsidiary of K-Raheja Corp.

Shoppers Stop’s turnover for the year 2018 was € 461 million. The company is listed on the National Stock Exchange of India as well as BSE. The firm was also awarded the Emerging Market Retailer of the Year in 2018.

Shoppers Stop offers a variety of products which include clothing for men, women and children, homeware and personal care products.

In the personal care category, the company offers products such as face care, skin care, makeup and fragrances. Products from top leading brands like Maybelline, Lakme, Mac, Kiko Milano, Omved, Davidoff and Yves Rocher. 

Shoppers Stop’s online store can be accessed on https://www.shoppersstop.com/

Mindful Chef is a UK-based company which offers recipe boxes, BB boxes, frozen meals and smoothies which can be purchased online.   The firm was founded in 2015.

Mindful Chef uses the freshest products in their recipes. The company works with British suppliers and uses organic ingredients. Furthermore, they also offer vegan, gluten free and dairy-free meals. No stabilisers are used.  Mindful Chef has delivered over 2 million meals so far. 

The firm’s online shop can be accessed on http://www.mindfulchef.com

Founded in 1907 by Herbert Marcus, Carrie Marcus Neiman, and A.L Neiman, Neiman Marcus Group is currently one of the leading luxury retailers in the USA. The company is headquartered in Texas and is recognised as being a leader in several areas, such as being the first luxury retailer to establish an e-commerce website in 1999. 

Moreover, the company has around 3000 selling associates and owns a total of 45 stores. Additionally, the business has also partnered with firms such as FASHIONPHILE in order to provide an outlet for buyers and sellers, where they can deal with pre-owned luxury items. 

With a workforce of around 13500 employees, the company achieved a turnover of € 2.25 billion in 2020. 

Furthermore, the Neiman Marcus Group owns several brands such as:

• Neiman Marcus: Offers an assortment of luxurious handbags, shoes, accessories, etc
• Bergdorf Goodman: Offers a wide range of luxurious items such as women’s couture, handbags, shoes, etc. 
• Last Call: This brand provides end-of-season and post-season clearance goods such as shoes, hats, gowns, etc. 

With regards to the environment, the business adheres to the principles of Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) and believes in sustainability, belonging, and philanthropy. The Neiman Marcus Group takes several measures to contribute to society, such as helping Black and Hispanic women, associating with campaigns such as Human Rights Campaign, establishing the Heart of Neiman Marcus Foundation, etc.

Estee Lauder Companies is a manufacturer of premium and luxury skincare, makeup, fragrances and hair care products. The company is based in the US and was founded in 1946 by launching 4 skincare products. The firm has launched various brands and has acquired several cosmetic companies over the years.

In addition to this, Estee Lauder Companies is the global licensee for many designer brands of cosmetics and fragrances. 

The firm sells its products through its shops, through major retailers, perfumeries, prestige salons and spas, department stores and pharmacies and through its brands’ online shops.

As from the 1960s, Estee Lauder Companies started to venture into the international market by first selling its products in the UK and later in Hong Kong.

In 1995, the business was quoted on the New York Stock Exchange. 

Estee Lauder Companies achieved a turnover of € 11.7 billion in 2018 and employs 46000 people. The business was ranked 258th in the Fortune 500 List of the largest companies in the US in 2018. The group now sells its products in more than 150 countries. 

In 2018, 41% of its sales were made from skin care products and another 41% from makeup products. Sales from fragrances and perfumes consisted of 13% and hair care comprised of 4%. The remaining 1% consisted of ancillary products and services. 

Estee Lauder Companies launched several brands on the market. These include:

Estee Lauder: The company’s first brand which launched in 1946. The brand includes a range of skin care, makeup and fragrances and has gained a great reputation on the global market.

Aramis: The brand launched in 1964 and consists of skincare, fragrances and grooming products for men.

Clinique: This brand was launched in 1968 and consists of a range of products which are allergy-tested and fragrance-free. Dermatologists have contributed to the development of these products.

Origins: Origins consists of a wellness brand of natural cosmetics that comprises of makeup, hair care and fragrances. The products are sold by Origins stores 

Estee Lauder also acquired several cosmetics companies which include Mac Cosmetics, Bobbi Brown, La Mer, Aveda, Jo Malon London, Bumble and bumble, Darphin Paris, Becca Cosmetics and Too Faced Cosmetics. 

Furthermore, the company also has licensed agreements with Tom Ford, Tommy Hilfiger, Donna Karen New York, DKNY, Michael Kors and Tory Burch. Estee Lauder produces fragrances under these designer brands.

Estee Lauder has specific marketing strategies which are adapted for each brand based on the category of products, the type of brand, the targeted clientele and country. Promotional strategies include advertising on digital and social media marketing, magazine, newspaper, television, billboards and other media channels. In-store promotions are also used. Estee Lauder has also hired celebrities such as Karen Graham, Bruce Boxleitner, Gwyneth Paltrow and Kendall Jenner as brand ambassadors for its different brands. 

The company produces its products in the US, Belgium, Switzerland, UK and Canada. The business also works with third-party manufacturers from various countries. Estee Lauder ensures that high standards are maintained and the manufacturing plants are fitted with the latest equipment.

Estee Lauder has a Global Supplier Relations department which is responsible for sourcing all the necessary materials and ingredients in the production of the different products. These components include essential oils, alcohols as well as chemicals.

Satoriz is a chain of organic shops which offers personal care items, food & beverages. The company was founded in 1981 in France and now operates 34 shops, 4 restaurants and 1 bakery. Furthermore, in 1984, the firm also developed its private label, Satoriz.

Satoriz achieved a turnover of  € 156 million in 2017.

The business offers a range of products in different categories:

• Sweet Grocery: cereals, chocolates, sweet, spreads, sugar, honey

• Savory Grocery: oils, chips, crackers, condiments

• Household & Personal Care: cleaning products, cosmetics, supplements and hygiene products

Satoriz also manages a bakery, La Boulangerie Savoyarde, where it offers breads using organic flour.

The company also owns 4 restaurants which serves meals prepared with organic ingredients. These restaurants are namely:

• Du Pain sur la planche – Saint-Péray

• La Cantine Bio - Albertville

• La Cantine Bio – Aubagne

• Le Bistrot Gessien – Thoiry

Furthermore, the firm owns a magazine since 1996 under the name Sat’Info which contains articles about the suppliers and the different products. The magazine is available for free at all the stores.

Fyndiq is an e-commerce platform which was founded in 2010 and is based in Sweden. The company offers 2 million products and works with over 1100 merchants and stores. Fyndiq operates Fyndiq stores along with the online platform.

Fyndiq offers great deals on products and now has 1600000 customers. Orders are delivered within 5 days from the date of purchase. The company processes more than 400 orders each day. 

In 2017, the company achieved a turnover of € 35.8 million and has a team of 69 employees.

Fyndiq offers products in the following categories:

• Sweet Grocery: candy, chocolates

• Drinks: Lemonades, energy drinks, soft drinks

• Personal Care: perfumes, skincare, hair care, oral care and makeup

The firm also offers organic and vegan products as well as those products which are not tested on animals and have an Ecocert certificate. 

Brands such as SodaStream, Melitta, Chili Klaus, Bassetts, Base One, Oral-B, Max Factor and Anastasia Beverly Hills are available on the platform.

Fyndiq’s online platform can be accessed on https://fyndiq.se/