Foodlink B.V., headquartered in Voorburg, Netherlands, is a specialist in the development, production, and distribution of innovative snack concepts and plant-based ingredients for retail, foodservice, and industrial customers. With a strong emphasis on quality, food safety, and sustainability, Foodlink has become a key supplier in the European snack and healthy food segment, catering to the growing demand for plant-based and functional nutrition.
Core Business and Product Offerings
Foodlink provides a broad range of ambient snack products and ingredients tailored for consumer and B2B applications. Their operations integrate sourcing, co-manufacturing, custom packaging, and private label development.
Product Categories:
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Specialty Snacks:
- Rice snacks in various flavors
- Coated peanuts with wasabi, chili, cheese, and other seasonings
- Crunchy snack beans and peas
- Roasted corn varieties
- Mixed snacks with spicy, sweet, and savory profiles
- Chocolate coated nuts and legumes
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Plant-Based Ingredients:
- Cashew nut pieces
- Roasted beans and peas
- Organic peanut varieties
- Pine nuts
- Chocolate coated legumes and puffed grains used as mix-ins for bakery and cereal industries
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Portion Packs:
- Customized snack portions including nuts, seeds, dried fruits, croutons, and legumes
- Ideal for airlines, meal boxes, vending machines, and retail multipacks
- High-volume production lines enable packaging flexibility from 10g to 100g formats
Unique Selling Proposition
Foodlink’s competitive edge lies in its:
- Product innovation across flavor, texture, and nutritional profiles
- Agility in co-manufacturing and private label support
- Specialization in plant-based and allergen-friendly snacks
- Data-driven category management support offered to retail and foodservice clients
- In-house flavor development and quality assurance with ISO 22000-certified processes
Market Reach and Export Activity
Foodlink serves clients across Europe and beyond. Their export reach includes:
- Germany, France, UK, Scandinavia, and Benelux countries
- Distributors and wholesalers serving retail and institutional buyers
- Multinational food manufacturers seeking functional snack inclusions
Trade data reveals consistent annual exports in container volumes for both retail-ready and bulk ingredient categories. The company has developed strong partnerships with leading EU-based food groups.
Target Market
- Retailers offering natural, organic, and clean-label snack products
- Private label brands in need of EU-based snack innovation partners
- Airline catering and travel foodservice companies
- Food manufacturers incorporating functional ingredients in cereals, baked goods, and health bars
- Specialized nutrition brands seeking protein-rich, gluten-free, and allergen-sensitive snack bases
Capabilities
- Custom roasting, coating, and seasoning lines for legumes, grains, and seeds
- Flexible packaging equipment for pillow packs, doy packs, and multipack assemblies
- R&D Team capable of reverse engineering and developing new snack formats
- Quality Assurance Systems with full traceability and batch testing protocols
- Logistics network for both ambient and climate-controlled exports across Europe
Certifications and Compliance
- ISO 22000 Food Safety Management System
- BRCGS Certification for packaging and processing standards
- Organic Certification (SKAL) for select raw materials
- Gluten-Free Processing capabilities upon client request
- Compliance with EU Labelling and Allergen Regulations
Industry Recognition and Achievements
- Key supplier for leading European private label snack brands
- Participation in SIAL, ANUGA, and PLMA Amsterdam for product launches
- Developed multiple award-nominated snack innovations in protein-enriched formats
- Recognized for contributions to sustainable ingredient sourcing and carbon footprint reduction strategies
Foodlink B.V. continues to lead in the evolution of plant-based snacking through cutting-edge product development, agile co-manufacturing, and a firm commitment to food safety and sustainability. With extensive experience across ingredient formats and private label demands, the company remains a trusted partner for health-driven food innovation in Europe.
