Exhibiting at International Food & Drink Event (IFE) 2025

Great Foods UK is a leading Egyptian food processing and exporting company headquartered in Borg El Arab, Egypt. With a reputation for delivering high-quality, ready-to-eat and semi-processed food products to both retail and industrial markets, the company plays a significant role in promoting Egyptian agricultural produce to global markets.

Core Business and Product Offerings

Great Foods UK operates across multiple food categories, providing products that cater to both retail consumers and bulk industrial users. Their primary product segments include:

• Canned Products

  • Canned Fruits (e.g., peaches, pineapples)
  • Canned Vegetables (e.g., peas, carrots, mixed vegetables)
  • Canned Pulses (e.g., chickpeas, fava beans)
  • Canned Tomatoes (whole, diced, paste)

• Pouches

  • Tomato Pouches
  • Vegetable Pouches

• Frozen Products

  • Frozen Fruits (strawberries, mango, guava)
  • Frozen Vegetables (okra, spinach, molokhia)

• Industrial Products

  • Tomato Paste (Various Brix levels)
  • Fruit Purees and Concentrates
  • Vol-Pack Solutions for foodservice and manufacturers

• Juices

  • Fruit Juices under brands such as Juicy Up and OK

• Processed Meat & Poultry

  • Beef Burgers and Kofta Kebabs
  • Chicken Tenders and Sambousak

The diversity of their product range allows Great Foods UK to cater to the demands of both supermarkets and industrial food manufacturers around the globe.

Specialisation and Unique Selling Proposition

Great Foods UK stands out through its:

• Fully integrated production chain—from raw agricultural sourcing to final processing and packaging
• Advanced canning and pouching facilities, catering to both private label and industrial packaging needs
• Strict compliance with international food safety standards
• Customizable product offerings for B2B and HORECA sectors
• Strong emphasis on sustainability, using eco-friendly packaging formats like Vol-Pack

Their ability to adapt product formats for different markets makes them a versatile player in global exports.

Target Markets

Great Foods UK exports to over 50 countries, with strong presence in:

• Europe: UK, Germany, Netherlands, France
• Middle East and Gulf: Saudi Arabia, UAE, Kuwait, Oman
• Africa: Kenya, Ghana, South Africa
• North America: Canada, USA
• Asia: India, Malaysia, Singapore

They cater to retail chains, foodservice distributors, industrial ingredient buyers, and private label partners.

Capabilities

The company’s production facility in Borg El Arab Industrial Zone includes:

• Multiple automated production lines for canning, pouching, and freezing
• Dedicated units for meat processing and juice bottling
• On-site quality control labs
• Cold storage and logistics hubs

These capabilities allow for year-round processing and high-capacity fulfillment of diverse product SKUs.

Certifications and Compliance

Great Foods UK maintains a strict compliance regime. Their manufacturing facility holds:

• ISO 22000: Food Safety Management
• BRC Global Standard for Food Safety
• IFS (International Featured Standards)
• Halal Certification
• FDA Registration for US Exports

These certifications ensure their readiness to meet the demands of major international retailers and distributors.

Financials and Export Shipment Record

While exact revenue data is not publicly disclosed, third-party export platforms and market intelligence tools (ImportYeti, Volza) show:

• Over 1,000 export shipments annually
• Top exported products: Canned fava beans, tomato paste, frozen strawberries
• Export volume: Estimated 30–50 containers per month
• Annual export revenue range: $10M–$20M, based on product pricing and shipment volume

This positions Great Foods UK among the top Egyptian exporters of processed foods.

Recognitions and Industry Positioning

• Recognized as a Top 10 Egyptian Exporter of canned and frozen produce (according to local industry data)
• Frequent exhibitor at international trade fairs including:
  • Gulfood (Dubai)
  • Anuga (Germany)
  • SIAL (France)
• Known in the MENA and European regions for its quality-focused private label manufacturing

Their brands such as Al Marai, Juicy Up, OK, and Royal are widely accepted in retail and HORECA segments.

Customer Testimonials

Though formal testimonials are limited, distributor and importer feedback on business forums highlight:

• High reliability in shipment timelines
• Superior product consistency
• Professional OEM/Private label services
• Effective logistics coordination for large-scale orders

Major Achievements

• Successfully developed and maintained over 4 private brands
• Exported to more than 50 countries worldwide
• Achieved major certifications such as BRC, IFS, and ISO 22000
• Introduced flexible industrial foodservice formats such as Vol-Pack and puree pouches
• Built a loyal client base in Europe, Middle East, and Africa over the past decade

Great Foods UK continues to expand its global footprint by combining Egypt’s agricultural strengths with world-class food processing, positioning itself as a trusted name in international food supply.