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Congelados de Navarra Corporate Video
Congelados de Navarra ODS Report
Fruits and Vegetables, Frozen Foods, RTE
Frozen Vegetables: Broccoli, Green Beans, Peas, Carrots, Spinach
Ready-Made Dishes: Paella, Tortilla de Patata, Stir-Fried Vegetables, Rice Mixes
Culinary Aids: Grilled Vegetables, Pre-fried Vegetables, Vegetable Mixes
Congelados de Navarra S.A.U. is one of Europe’s foremost producers of high-quality frozen vegetables and prepared meals, headquartered in Arguedas, Spain. Founded in 1998, the company has become a major reference in the frozen food industry through its unwavering focus on innovation, sustainability, and global expansion.
Established in the fertile agricultural region of Navarra, Spain, Congelados de Navarra was created with the mission of delivering field-fresh produce in frozen form to preserve nutritional value and taste. Under the leadership of CEO Benito Jiménez Cambra, the company has grown from a regional supplier into an international powerhouse with six production facilities located across Spain, Germany, and the United States.
Congelados de Navarra specializes in the processing and distribution of Individually Quick Frozen (IQF) vegetables, ready-to-eat meals, and value-added culinary solutions for the retail, foodservice, and industrial sectors. With state-of-the-art freezing technology, the company ensures maximum preservation of color, flavor, and nutrients in each product.
Its vertically integrated model—from seed selection to field cultivation and final packaging—guarantees complete traceability and quality assurance throughout the supply chain.
The company’s portfolio spans over 250 SKUs across three primary categories:
Frozen Vegetables:
Ready-Made Dishes:
Culinary Aids:
These products are distributed under the brands CN Congelados de Navarra and Verleal, targeting both private-label and branded opportunities in global markets.
In 2023, Congelados de Navarra recorded revenues of over €250 million, marking a consistent annual growth rate of 8–10% since 2019. Their investment in new production lines and renewable energy systems reflects a capital expenditure exceeding €120 million over the last five years.
The company exports more than 70% of its production to over 70 countries, including France, Germany, the United Kingdom, Japan, and the United States. According to Trademo and ImportYeti, Congelados de Navarra has conducted over 3,000 international shipments between 2020 and 2024, with an estimated export volume of 180,000 metric tonnes of frozen food.
Congelados de Navarra primarily serves:
Their adaptive packaging and multilingual labeling further support their penetration into diverse global markets.
These certifications attest to the company’s commitment to food safety, sustainability, and operational excellence.
“Congelados de Navarra has become our go-to partner for premium frozen vegetables. Their consistent quality and innovation have helped us elevate our private label offerings.”
— Procurement Manager, Carrefour Spain
“Their vegetable blends and prepared meals are perfect for our foodservice operations—cost-effective, tasty, and with reliable supply.”
— Product Development Lead, Compass Group UK
