Exhibiting at International Food & Drink Event (IFE) 2025

Acarsan Makarna Un Gıda İnşaat Sanayi ve Ticaret A.Ş., headquartered in Gaziantep, Turkey, is a major food manufacturing and export company recognized for its high-capacity pasta, flour, and instant noodle production. Operating under the flagship brand Banetti, along with sub-brand Rodilla, Acarsan has established itself as a key player in the global dry food sector, serving over 100 countries with shelf-stable, value-added products tailored to both retail and foodservice channels.

Core Business and Product Offerings

Acarsan’s product portfolio is diverse and designed to meet the nutritional and culinary needs of global consumers. The main product categories include:

• Pasta Products (Banetti brand):

  • Spaghetti
  • Penne
  • Fusilli
  • Macaroni
  • Lasagna Sheets

• Wheat-Based Products:

  • Wheat Flour (various protein levels)
  • Semolina

• Instant Food Range:

  • Instant Noodles (Chicken, Beef, and regional flavors)
  • Mac and Cheese

These products are available in a wide variety of retail packaging options as well as bulk formats for institutional catering, private label, and OEM markets.

Specialization and Unique Selling Proposition

Acarsan’s competitive edge stems from its vertically integrated structure and massive production capabilities, which enable cost efficiency, quality control, and flexible packaging formats. Key differentiators include:

• Daily pasta production capacity exceeding 500 tons
• In-house semolina milling, ensuring quality from wheat grain to pasta
• Export-ready packaging in 400g, 500g, 1kg, and bulk 5kg+ formats
• Competitive pricing while maintaining international quality certifications

The Banetti brand is known for its firm texture and high cooking tolerance, making it suitable for both consumer and HoReCa usage.

Market Reach and Target Customers

Acarsan exports to over 100 countries spanning:

• Europe (Germany, France, Romania)
• Middle East (Iraq, Saudi Arabia, UAE)
• Africa (Nigeria, Ghana, Sudan)
• Asia (Philippines, China, Malaysia)
• Latin America and Caribbean

Its products cater to a wide array of clients:

• Supermarkets and hypermarkets
• Food distributors and importers
• Humanitarian aid agencies (including United Nations and NGOs)
• Institutional buyers (schools, hospitals, military)

The company is a major contributor to government food security programs and food relief exports, especially in emerging economies.

Shipment and Export Records

According to data from Trademo and Volza:

• Acarsan has conducted over 1,000 export shipments annually
• The company is among the top 10 pasta exporters in Turkey
• Main export volumes include spaghetti and penne pasta in 500g packages, often shipped in 20- and 40-foot containers
• Also supplies bulk flour and noodles to food production companies and aid organizations

Financials and Business Performance

As one of the largest agro-industrial firms in Southeastern Turkey:

• Estimated annual revenue exceeds USD 100 million
• The pasta division alone accounts for over 180,000 metric tons/year in output
• Continuous investment in automation and R&D has helped increase margin and efficiency

Acarsan’s growth is strongly supported by Turkey’s position as one of the top global pasta producers and exporters.

Capabilities and Infrastructure

• Production Facility: Located in Gaziantep, covering over 100,000 square meters
• Pasta Lines: Multiple high-speed production lines, including long and short-cut pasta
• Flour Mill: Fully integrated flour milling system supplying both in-house and external clients
• Noodle Manufacturing: Advanced lines for cup/bag instant noodles and macaroni kits
• R&D Lab: In-house quality testing for gluten, protein, and texture benchmarks

Certifications and Compliance

Acarsan meets a wide array of domestic and international food safety and quality standards:

• ISO 22000 – Food Safety Management
• ISO 9001 – Quality Management
• BRC (British Retail Consortium) Certification
• Halal Certification
• HACCP Compliance
• FDA Registration for U.S. exports

These certifications enable entry into regulated markets and ensure credibility with institutional buyers.

Customer Testimonials

“We have partnered with Banetti for five years. Their pasta quality is consistent and packaging is export-ready, making them a preferred supplier for our African distribution network.”
— Importer, Lagos, Nigeria

“Acarsan delivers on both volume and deadlines. Their pricing structure works well for government procurement.”
— Tender Buyer, Middle East Humanitarian Agency

Major Achievements

• Ranked among Turkey’s top 3 pasta exporters for multiple consecutive years
• Established distribution in over 100 countries with multilingual packaging
• Recognized by the Turkish Exporters Assembly (TIM) for international trade excellence
• Developed strong B2B and private label relationships with leading retail chains and NGOs
• Expanded instant product line to meet the convenience food boom in Asia and Africa

Acarsan Makarna Un Gıda İnşaat Sanayi ve Ticaret A.Ş. remains a vital player in the global dry foods supply chain, delivering affordable nutrition, reliable volume, and certified quality to international markets through its powerful Banetti brand and its long-standing industry expertise.