Bessan Makarna Gida San. ve Tic. A.S., operating under the brand name Besler Pasta, is a premier pasta manufacturer based in Konya, Turkey. With decades of industry experience, Bessan has become one of the country’s leading pasta exporters and a trusted supplier of high-quality pasta to both domestic and international markets. The company is known for its modern production techniques, commitment to food safety, and capacity to meet high-volume demands across private label, retail, and foodservice sectors.
Core Business
Bessan’s core business is the production and global distribution of dry pasta products using high-quality durum wheat semolina. Their fully integrated and automated facility allows for continuous production under strict quality control systems, ensuring consistency, durability, and taste in every batch. Bessan serves a diverse customer base including international distributors, private label clients, supermarkets, and institutional foodservice providers.
Product and Service Offerings
Besler Pasta offers a versatile range of pasta formats and tailored packaging solutions suitable for global consumption trends:
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Dry Pasta Products
- Spaghetti, Penne, Fusilli, Elbows, Shells, Vermicelli, Farfalle, Tagliatelle
- Long and short pasta in various thicknesses and cuts
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Specialty Pasta
- Whole Wheat Pasta
- Vitamin-Enriched Pasta
- Kids Pasta (themed and shaped)
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Private Label Production
- White-label solutions for distributors and retailers
- Bulk packaging formats for foodservice and institutional buyers
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Packaging Formats
- Retail Packs: 400g, 500g, 1kg
- Foodservice: 5kg, 10kg, bulk sacks
- Custom branding and multilingual labeling available
Specialization and USP
Bessan stands out in the highly competitive pasta sector through:
- Use of 100% Durum Wheat Semolina: Ensures high protein content and cooking resilience
- Flexible Production Capacity: Ability to produce custom shapes and private labels with quick turnaround
- Advanced Machinery: Fully automated Italian-made production lines with daily output exceeding 400 tons
- Export-Ready Infrastructure: Comprehensive logistics and documentation support for global compliance
- Competitive Pricing: Scalability allows cost-efficient production suitable for emerging and developed markets
Financials and Business Scale
Bessan operates at an industrial scale and maintains a strong footprint in international pasta exports:
- Estimated Annual Revenue: USD $60–80 million
- Production Capacity: 150,000+ metric tons per year
- Facility Size: Over 40,000 m² of integrated production and packaging space
- Export Countries: Over 90 countries across Europe, Africa, Middle East, Asia, and Latin America
- Workforce: 350+ employees including engineers, food safety specialists, and logistics experts
Shipment and Export Record
With a well-established international logistics network and customs expertise:
- Annual Export Volume: Over 100,000 metric tons of pasta
- Top Export Markets: Iraq, Libya, Angola, Saudi Arabia, Yemen, Philippines
- Common HS Codes: 19021910 (Dry Pasta), 19023010 (Prepared Pasta for Retail)
- Multilingual Packaging: Products available in Arabic, French, English, Spanish, Russian
Target Market
Bessan caters to a wide range of clients including:
- Retailers seeking high-margin private label solutions
- Importers and distributors looking for consistent supply
- Governments and NGOs involved in food aid programs
- Institutional buyers like schools, prisons, and hospitals
- HoReCa distributors supplying restaurants and hotels
Capabilities
- R&D and Product Development: Capable of developing customized pasta recipes and fortified formulations
- Private Label Infrastructure: End-to-end management from design to delivery
- In-House Logistics Coordination: Ensures efficient shipment and documentation for exports
- Food Safety Systems: In-house laboratories monitor microbiology, moisture, protein, and quality
Certifications and Compliance
- ISO 9001 – Quality Management System
- ISO 22000 / HACCP – Food Safety Management
- BRCGS Certified – For international retail compliance
- Halal Certified
- Kosher Certification (select SKUs)
- TSE and Turkish Ministry of Agriculture Compliant
Customer Testimonials
“Bessan’s pasta has become our best-selling private label SKU in North Africa. The product quality and price point are unbeatable.”
— Head of Procurement, Distributor, Algeria
“From packaging to punctual delivery, Bessan meets our specifications every time. They are a valuable partner for our institutional supply contracts.”
— Food Procurement Manager, Government Contractor, Iraq
Major Achievements
- Ranked Among Turkey’s Top 5 Pasta Exporters (2022, Turkish Exporters Assembly)
- Expanded to 90+ Countries with consistent growth in Africa and Southeast Asia
- Invested in New High-Capacity Line (2021) increasing daily capacity by 100 tons
- Awarded ISO and BRCGS Certifications for global food safety and quality assurance
- Ongoing Partnership with UN Agencies and Food Relief Programs
Bessan Makarna Gida San. ve Tic. A.S. continues to represent the excellence of Turkish pasta manufacturing on a global scale—driven by innovation, efficiency, and an unwavering commitment to quality.
