Exhibiting at International Food & Drink Event (IFE) 2025

Ultramar Caffè Srl, headquartered in Fano, Italy, is a distinguished manufacturer and exporter of high-quality coffee capsules and pods. Operating under the well-recognized brand Must Espresso Italiano, the company has established itself as a leader in the private label and compatible coffee capsule sector, delivering authentic Italian espresso experiences to global markets.

Company Overview

With decades of experience in the coffee industry, Ultramar Caffè Srl has specialized in the research, development, and production of compatible coffee capsule systems. The company serves both retail and private label clients, offering extensive customization and packaging options for multiple distribution channels.

The company’s manufacturing facility in the Marche region of Italy is fully equipped with advanced capsule filling, sealing, and packaging technologies that ensure freshness, consistency, and compatibility with major capsule systems.

Product Portfolio

Ultramar Caffè’s core offerings focus on single-serve coffee capsules designed for compatibility with leading brewing systems:

• Nespresso® Compatible Capsules*:

  • Available in plastic, aluminium, and compostable formats
  • Variety of blends: Intenso, Arabica, Decaffeinato, and specialty roasts

• Nescafé® Dolce Gusto® Compatible Capsules*:

  • Black coffee, cappuccino, macchiato, and flavored drinks
  • Customization for beverage formats (milk-based, long espresso, etc.)

• Compostable Capsules:

  • Home-compost certified
  • Eco-friendly packaging with oxygen barrier for shelf-life preservation

• Aluminium and Plastic Capsules:

  • Self-protected technology eliminating the need for external packaging
  • Barrier technology ensuring up to 24 months shelf life

All capsules are produced using 100% Italian roasted coffee, sourced from select international plantations and roasted using traditional drum roasting for flavor depth.

Manufacturing Capabilities

Ultramar Caffè operates one of the most modern coffee capsule production plants in Italy, featuring:

• Automated lines capable of producing over 250 million capsules annually
• Separate production zones for compostable, plastic, and aluminium capsules
• In-house R&D department for blend customization, sensory profiling, and packaging design
• Laboratory testing for quality, microbiological safety, and compatibility validation

The company’s flexibility enables it to support both small artisanal orders and high-volume supermarket chains or coffee distributors globally.

Quality Standards and Certifications

Ultramar Caffè Srl maintains a strong commitment to quality and compliance, holding certifications such as:

• ISO 9001 – Quality Management Systems
• IFS Food – International Featured Standards for food safety
• Organic Certification (EU Regulation)
• Home Compost Certification – for compostable capsule lines
• Kosher and Halal options available on demand

All production is traceable, from raw coffee bean to finished capsule, ensuring transparency and accountability for every batch.

Export Markets and Performance

Ultramar Caffè exports to over 40 countries across Europe, the Middle East, Asia, and North America. Primary markets include:

• France, Germany, Netherlands, and Spain
• United States, Canada, and Mexico
• Gulf countries including UAE and Saudi Arabia

According to trade insights and company reports:

• Export volume exceeds 180 million capsules annually
• Private label exports account for over 60% of total sales
• Revenue grew by 27% YoY in 2022, driven by compostable and aluminium capsule demand

Private Label and OEM Services

Ultramar Caffè provides full-service OEM solutions, offering:

• Customized blends and capsule formats
• Private label packaging (branding, labeling, cartons)
• Regulatory compliance support for international markets
• Small MOQ for startups and large-scale programs for established retailers

The company collaborates closely with clients on market entry strategies, product differentiation, and long-term partnership development.

Sustainability Initiatives

Environmental responsibility is embedded in Ultramar’s business model, including:

• Introduction of home-compostable capsule lines meeting EN13432 standards
• Use of recyclable and FSC-certified cartons
• Investments in renewable energy sources for manufacturing operations
• Reduced carbon footprint logistics and packaging optimization

Strategic Vision

Ultramar Caffè Srl plans to:

• Expand capacity with new production lines for compatible tea and functional capsules
• Enter Asian and South American markets with regional taste profiles
• Strengthen its eCommerce presence and direct-to-consumer models
• Continue innovation in smart packaging and traceability tech

With a strong foundation in Italian coffee tradition and an agile, innovation-driven manufacturing model, Ultramar Caffè Srl remains a trusted global partner for premium private label coffee capsule solutions.