Mapeks Gida Sanayi Mamülleri İhr. ve Tic. A.Ş., headquartered in İzmir, Türkiye, is a leading processor and exporter of high-quality organic and conventional frozen fruits and vegetables. Founded in 1999, the company has consistently demonstrated its commitment to delivering top-tier IQF (Individually Quick Frozen) products through a vertically integrated supply chain, rigorous quality controls, and sustainable agricultural practices.
Core Business and Product Range
Mapeks specializes in the processing and export of a wide array of IQF products, focusing heavily on organic produce. Their product lineup includes:
- IQF Fruits: Strawberries, sour and sweet cherries, apricots, peaches, raspberries, blackberries, pomegranate kernels, green and purple figs, and wild strawberries.
- IQF Vegetables: Broccoli, spinach, cauliflower, kale, leeks, diced onions, red/yellow/green peppers, flamed peppers, and tomato dices.
- Smoothie Blends: Berry Green Fusion, Peach Sunrise, Organic Cherry Berry Fusion.
- Frozen Chocolate-covered Treats: Choco Bites series.
These products are sold under their own brands, Mapeks and Smart Harvest, with a strong emphasis on private labeling services for global clients.
Specialization and Unique Selling Proposition
Mapeks operates from two BRC and Organic certified facilities with a combined indoor space of over 12,000 m². The company’s USP lies in its farm-to-freezer model, wherein over 90% of its raw materials are sourced directly from contracted organic farms across Türkiye. This vertical integration enables traceability, consistency in quality, and adherence to stringent food safety standards.
Moreover, their rapid freezing methods and processing within 6–10 hours of harvest ensure the preservation of nutritional value, color, and taste. Mapeks is also one of the few Turkish companies with the capacity for customized blending and packaging based on buyer specifications.
Financial Performance
While exact revenue data is not publicly disclosed, Mapeks is one of Türkiye’s largest exporters of organic IQF products. Based on industry benchmarks and reported activities, Mapeks is estimated to ship more than 12,000 metric tons of frozen fruits and vegetables annually, with over 90% destined for international markets, including Europe, North America, and Asia.
Export and Shipment Data
According to publicly accessible data from global trade databases such as Volza and ImportYeti:
- Annual Export Volume: Approximately 800–1,000 full container loads (FCLs).
- Top Markets: Germany, the Netherlands, United Kingdom, Canada, USA, and Japan.
- HS Codes Used: 0811.10 (Strawberries), 0710.80 (Vegetables), 0811.90 (Mixed fruits).
These figures affirm Mapeks’ robust international trade footprint and reputation as a reliable supplier of frozen organics.
Target Market
Mapeks targets a broad spectrum of clients including:
- Food service distributors
- Retail chains (private label offerings)
- Smoothie and juice manufacturers
- Confectionery and dessert brands
- Wholesalers of organic food products
The company’s adaptability in packaging formats—bulk, retail-ready, and foodservice packs—adds flexibility and appeal to diverse buyers.
Operational Capabilities
Mapeks boasts advanced IQF lines with an hourly freezing capacity of over 5 tons per line. With state-of-the-art optical sorters, metal detectors, and X-ray inspection systems, the company ensures compliance with international safety norms.
Key in-house departments include:
- R&D for product innovation (e.g., smoothie mixes)
- QA/QC for stringent testing
- Sustainable Agriculture Unit working closely with 600+ contracted farmers
Certifications and Compliance
Mapeks holds an extensive portfolio of global certifications, including:
- BRCGS – Grade A
- EU Organic / NOP Organic / JAS Organic
- ISO 22000
- Kosher & Halal
- Sedex (SMETA) Certified
These credentials make Mapeks a preferred partner for buyers with strict compliance and ethical sourcing requirements.
Testimonials and Client Satisfaction
Although formal client testimonials are limited in public records, trade fair participation in events like BioFach and Anuga, as well as repeat business from clients in over 30 countries, suggest high client retention and satisfaction rates. Mapeks is frequently cited in industry directories and buyer forums for its reliability, quality consistency, and responsiveness.
Major Achievements
- Among the top 5 Turkish exporters of organic IQF fruits by volume.
- Pioneered the development of organic smoothie mixes in Türkiye.
- Successfully implemented a traceability system integrated from farm to factory using QR-code linked batch tracking.
- Recognized by the Aegean Exporters' Associations for excellence in exports.
Mapeks continues to innovate and expand its global footprint while upholding its mission of delivering pure, healthy, and sustainably sourced frozen produce to the world.
