Exhibiting at International Food & Drink Event (IFE) 2025

Gias S.r.l., based in Mongrassano Stazione, Italy, is a leading manufacturer of frozen ready meals, vegetables, and plant-based products, known for its innovation, quality, and capacity to deliver tailored private label solutions for retailers and foodservice markets across Europe. With over 50 years of operational history, Gias has positioned itself as a strategic partner in the frozen food industry, combining traditional Italian recipes with cutting-edge food technology and global health trends.

Company History and Background

Founded in 1970, Gias began as a frozen vegetable processor in southern Italy and has grown into one of the most advanced integrated food manufacturing companies in the Italian frozen food sector. Over the decades, Gias has continuously expanded its product lines, invested in automated processing technologies, and developed deep partnerships with national and international retail chains.

Today, Gias specializes in both branded and private label manufacturing, offering comprehensive product development services from R&D to final packaging.

Core Business

Gias operates a vertically integrated business model focused on:

• Frozen ready meals and side dishes
• Plant-based alternatives and gluten-free innovations
• Tailored private label production
• Retail, foodservice, and industrial B2B solutions

The company provides turnkey solutions, supporting partners with custom recipes, packaging formats, and product innovations aligned with current market demands.

Product Offerings

• Ready Meals:

  • Traditional Italian pasta dishes (e.g., lasagna, risotto)
  • Grain-based dishes (e.g., couscous, bulgur)
  • Vegetable gratins and oven-ready meals
  • Gluten-free and vegetarian/vegan variants

• Plant-Based Products:

  • Cauliflower rice
  • Vegetable spirals (carrot, zucchini, butternut squash, broccoli)
  • Meat-free high-protein dishes

• Legumes and Grains:

  • Precooked lentils, chickpeas, beans
  • Barley, spelt, and quinoa-based products

• Frozen Vegetables:

  • Grilled, steamed, and blanched vegetables
  • Mediterranean mixes, side dishes, and sautéed preparations

• Baked Products:

  • Vegetable-based gluten-free pizza bases
  • Piadinas and crusts using plant ingredients
  • Vegan-ready pizza kits

These offerings cater to the fast-growing demand for healthy, convenient, and flexitarian food options, appealing to diverse consumer segments.

Specialization and USP

Gias distinguishes itself through:

• Custom formulation capabilities tailored to retailer specifications
• Gluten-free and plant-based innovation, supporting wellness trends
• Advanced IQF (Individually Quick Frozen) technology
• Vertical integration from raw material procurement to final frozen packaging
• Eco-friendly packaging options in line with sustainability initiatives

The company’s culinary expertise, rooted in authentic Italian tradition, gives it a unique edge in the ready meal segment.

Financial and Market Presence

While financials are privately held, Gias has grown into a major industrial player with:

• 50+ years of experience
• Over 250 product SKUs
• Production capacity of more than 20,000 tons/year
• Presence in more than 15 international markets, including France, Germany, UK, Scandinavia, and Eastern Europe

The company supplies top-tier European retailers, including private-label contracts with some of the region’s largest supermarket groups.

Shipment and Export Data

• Export destinations: EU countries, UK, Middle East, and select Asian markets
• Key logistics formats: Palletized IQF products, multi-compartment frozen storage
• Certifications enable smooth customs clearance and regulatory compliance for international distribution

Gias operates in both chilled and frozen logistics networks with validated cold chain integrity.

Target Market

Gias targets:

• Retailers seeking high-quality private label frozen meals
• Foodservice distributors needing convenient and consistent frozen solutions
• Health-conscious consumers focused on gluten-free, plant-based, and low-fat products
• Vegan and flexitarian demographics looking for clean-label options

Their innovation pipeline aligns closely with consumer dietary shifts and retail category trends.

Manufacturing and Operational Capabilities

Gias’s production site in Mongrassano Stazione features:

• Automated production lines for cooked and semi-prepared dishes
• IQF freezing tunnels for rapid preservation of texture and nutrients
• Dedicated allergen-free and gluten-free zones
• In-house R&D lab for continuous innovation and client co-development

The facilities are optimized for high-volume, diversified production with strict hygiene and traceability protocols.

Certifications and Compliance

Gias maintains comprehensive quality certifications including:

• IFS (International Featured Standards)
• BRCGS (British Retail Consortium Global Standard)
• ISO 9001 and ISO 22000
• BIO (Organic Certification)
• Halal and Vegan product lines upon request

These certifications enable the company to supply both mass market and niche premium retailers across regulated global markets.

Customer Testimonials and Industry Perception

Clients and partners recognize Gias for:

• Reliability in delivery timelines
• Excellence in recipe replication and flavor fidelity
• Innovation in packaging and product development
• Strong quality management and hygiene standards

The brand is regularly featured in Italian and European trade fairs such as SIAL, ANUGA, and TUTTOFOOD.

Achievements and Recognition

• Over five decades of continuous operation in frozen food innovation
• Trusted private label partner to leading European supermarket chains
• Leading producer of gluten-free frozen pizza bases in southern Europe
• Pioneered vegetable spiral products in Italy’s retail landscape

Gias S.r.l. continues to shape the future of frozen food with a blend of Italian culinary tradition and modern food engineering. The company’s dedication to quality, innovation, and private label excellence makes it a preferred partner for forward-looking food businesses in Europe and beyond.