Exhibiting at Thaifex - Anuga Asia 2025

Lactima sp. z o.o., headquartered in Morąg, Poland, is a renowned dairy processing company with a long-standing reputation in the production of processed cheeses and dairy-based foodservice solutions. Since its establishment in 1989, the company has grown to become a trusted manufacturer and exporter, serving both retail and HoReCa sectors across over 50 countries worldwide.

Core Business and Offerings

Lactima specializes in processed cheese and complementary dairy products tailored for convenience, taste, and extended shelf life. Its product portfolio includes:

• Processed Cheese

  • Slices: Cheddar, Gouda, Emmentaler, Mozzarella, and flavored variants
  • Portions: 8g, 10g, 15g individually wrapped cubes
  • Cheese Bars: Stick and snack formats for foodservice
  • Spreads: Cup and pouch formats for retail and bulk users

• Cream Cheese

  • Flavored and plain options packaged in cups, ideal for spreading and culinary use

• Butter and Margarine

  • Single-serve portions (10g, 15g), primarily for hotel, airline, and catering segments

• Cheese Sauces

  • Variety of ready-to-use sauces in convenient pouch packaging for the foodservice and QSR industry

All products are available under the Lactima brand and are also offered through OEM/private label services.

Specialization and Core USP

Lactima’s key strength lies in its fusion of traditional dairy craftsmanship with industrial scalability and export flexibility. Its primary USPs include:

• Efficient portioning and packaging systems tailored to institutional and hospitality needs
• Extended shelf-life formulations without compromising on flavor or quality
• Kosher and Halal production capabilities to serve diverse global markets
• Custom development services for private label clients with specific formulation or packaging requirements

Financial Performance

While detailed financials are privately held, trade estimates and company disclosures reveal:

• Annual Turnover (2023): Approx. EUR 18–22 million
• Export Share: Over 60% of production is exported
• Production Volume: More than 5,000 tons of processed cheese produced annually

Shipment and Export Data

According to Polish customs and trade data from sources like Volza and ImportGenius:

• Primary Export Markets: Germany, UK, Saudi Arabia, UAE, Russia, Czech Republic, Lithuania, and the Balkans
• Annual Export Shipments (2023): Approx. 800+ containers
• Top Performing SKUs: Cheese slices (Mozzarella & Gouda), single-serve cheese portions, and flavored cream cheese spreads

The company’s efficient cold chain logistics and multilingual documentation support allow it to reliably serve distributors, retailers, and institutional clients worldwide.

Target Market

Lactima caters to:

• Retail Chains and Supermarkets
• HoReCa & Foodservice Distributors
• Institutional Buyers (schools, airlines, hospitals)
• Private Label Dairy Brands

Its portion-controlled and convenient cheese products are especially popular among quick-service restaurants, breakfast buffets, and on-the-go snack manufacturers.

Capabilities

• Production Facilities: ISO- and BRC-certified factory with modern portioning and packaging automation
• Product Innovation: R&D team for flavor enhancement, shelf-life extension, and packaging design
• Private Label Production: Fully equipped for flexible MOQ, packaging format customization, and market-specific labeling
• Storage & Logistics: On-site refrigerated warehousing and strong partnerships with freight providers

Certifications and Compliance

Lactima maintains a high standard of food safety and regulatory compliance:

• ISO 22000
• BRC Global Standard for Food Safety
• IFS Certification
• HALAL Certification
• Kosher Certification
• EU Export Compliance
• Veterinary Supervision and HACCP Systems

These standards enable the company to seamlessly enter regulated and religious dietary markets globally.

Customer Testimonials

“Lactima’s processed cheese slices offer great meltability and consistent taste. Their portion packaging has significantly reduced waste in our catering operations.”
— Monika Krawczyk, Procurement Manager, Warsaw Hospitality Group

“For over a decade, Lactima has been a trusted supplier for our supermarket cheese range. Their private label service is both flexible and responsive.”
— Alex Petrovic, Category Buyer, Balkans Foods Group

Achievements

• Listed among Top 10 Polish Exporters of Processed Cheese Products
• Regular exhibitor at international trade fairs such as SIAL, Anuga, and Gulfood
• Released a new line of vegetarian cheese spreads for health-conscious and flexitarian consumers in 2024
• Expanded presence in Middle East markets through compliance with GCC food registration protocols

With over three decades of experience, a diversified product line, and a commitment to quality and innovation, Lactima sp. z o.o. stands as a dependable dairy partner for global buyers seeking reliable, flavorful, and customizable cheese solutions.