What Alasko does

Alasko (legal entity: New ALASKO L.P.) is a Montréal-based, privately held Canadian company founded in 1989 that specializes in the global sourcing, processing, and commercialization of Individually Quick Frozen (IQF) fruits and vegetables. Its core technology is IQF freezing, which freezes each piece of produce individually to preserve shape, color, flavor, and nutritional content, supported by shelf life of up to 24 months and a farm-to-freezer cycle within 24 hours. The company sources from a network of more than 100 growers and processors across 30+ countries spanning North America, Europe, Asia, and the Middle East, and holds GFSI certification alongside CFIA, FDA, and HACCP compliance validated by regular third-party audits.

Alasko monetizes through four distribution channels. Food Service supplies restaurants, caterers, and large commercial kitchens via major broadline distributors with coast-to-coast North American coverage. Industrial sells bulk IQF ingredients directly to food processors and manufacturers. Retail distributes consumer products in grocery freezer sections under three sub-brands: Alasko, PICKD, and MOOV. Private Label provides turnkey solutions covering sourcing, logistics, packaging design, and commercialization support to retailers building their own frozen produce brands. The product range covers organic and conventional single ingredients and blends, including mangoes, broccoli, strawberries, blueberries, and fries, with positioning around clean-label (no additives, preservatives, or added sugar).

The business is run as a sales-led operation with headquarters at 6810 boul. Des Grandes Prairies in Montréal, leadership under CEO George Kyres and CFO Gerry Perlinghis, and a headcount of 51-100 employees. Capital history includes a $11.4M financing round led by Avrio Capital in 2016 and the 2017 acquisition of FooDelicious. Pricing is not publicly disclosed and is handled through direct sales contact.

Name

Alasko

Legal name

New ALASKO L.P.

Website

https://alasko.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1989

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

51–100 employees

Short description

Alasko is a Canadian frozen produce company that sources IQF fruits and vegetables from 100+ growers across 30+ countries and distributes them through Food Service, Industrial, Retail, and Private Label channels across North America, Europe, Asia, and the Middle East.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Frozen Fruits & Vegetables

NAICS

Frozen Fruit, Juice, and Vegetable Manufacturing (311411), Frozen Food Manufacturing (31141)

SIC

Canned, Frozen & Preservd Fruit, Veg & Food Specialties (2030), Food And Kindred Products (2000)

akta.pro primary industry

Frozen Fruit & Vegetable Processing (IQF, Frozen Blends) (AFAKAFAG)

akta.pro secondary industries

Frozen Fruits & Vegetables Wholesale (AFAIAHAE), Organic Frozen & Refrigerated Foods Wholesale (AFAIAJAF)

Keywords

• IQF frozen produce
• Frozen fruit vegetables
• Private label frozen foods
• Food service distribution
• Frozen produce sourcing

Headquarters

HQ city

Montréal

HQ country

Canada

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Supply Chain, Operations, Infrastructure, Personnel, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D

Revenue model

1. Frozen Fruits & Vegetables Sales: Sale of IQF frozen fruits and vegetables through multiple channels including food service, industrial, retail, and private label. Products include organic and conventional single ingredients, blends, and exotic/innovative products.

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels3 records

Core offering

Alasko specializes in the global sourcing and commercialization of Individually Quick Frozen (IQF) fruits and vegetables, offering organic and conventional single ingredients, blends, and exotic or innovative products to food service, industrial, retail, and private-label customers. The company leverages a network of 100+ growers across 30+ countries to ensure consistent year-round supply of premium frozen produce with shelf life up to 24 months. It also delivers turnkey private-label solutions that span sourcing, quality assurance, packaging design, logistics, and commercialization support.

Product overview

Alasko is a trusted leader in IQF (Individually Quick Frozen) fruits and vegetables, offering a comprehensive portfolio through multiple channels. The company operates with a core product line of IQF frozen fruits (mangoes, strawberries, blueberries) and vegetables (broccoli, fries), sourced from a global network of 100+ growers across 30+ countries. Distribution is organized across four channels: Food Service (ready-to-use products for chefs and large kitchens), Industrial (bulk ingredients for manufacturers), Retail Brands (consumer-facing products under Alasko, PICKD, and MOOV sub-brands), and Private Label (turnkey sourcing and commercialization solutions). The company provides both organic and conventional options, single ingredients and blends, with products known for being free of additives, preservatives, and added sugar.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• PICKD: Retail brand for frozen fruits and vegetables
• MOOV

Products and services

• IQF Fruits & Vegetables Alasko's core product line consisting of Individually Quick Frozen (IQF) fruits and vegetables, sourced from a global network of 100+ growers across 30+ countries. Products include mangoes, broccoli, strawberries, blueberries, and fries, available in organic and conventional varieties as single ingredients or blends, with a shelf life up to 24 months.
• Alasko Retail Brand Alasko's primary retail brand offering premium quality frozen fruits and vegetables for consumer purchase in grocery stores, featuring eye-catching packaging and a focus on products without additives, preservatives, or added sugar.
• PICKD Retail Brand A retail sub-brand under Alasko's portfolio of frozen fruits and vegetables, positioned for the consumer market and sold in the freezer section of grocery stores.
• MOOV Retail Brand A retail sub-brand under Alasko's portfolio of frozen fruits and vegetables, positioned for the consumer market and sold in the freezer section of grocery stores.
• Food Service Channel Offering Ready-to-use IQF frozen fruit and vegetable products sold to chefs, catering companies, and large-scale commercial kitchens through all major broadline distributors with coast-to-coast distribution in North America, offering a wide selection at competitive prices.
• Industrial Channel Offering An extensive selection of frozen fruits and vegetables sold in bulk formats directly to food processors and manufacturers for use as production ingredients, with a reliable supply chain for continuous operations delivered anywhere in North America.
• Private Label Solutions Turnkey private label solutions from sourcing to quality assurance and packaging, including volume sourcing with competitive pricing, logistics support, packaging design, and full commercialization support for retailers and brands developing their own frozen produce lines.

Quantifiable outcome

• Shelf life up to 24 months
• +1 more outcomes

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature1 record

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Ardo: Ardo is a Belgian specialist in IQF frozen vegetables, fruits, and herbs, supplying food service, industrial, and retail customers globally. Highly comparable to Alasko on IQF technology, product mix, and broadline B2B distribution model.
• Bonduelle: Bonduelle is a global leader in frozen and canned vegetables, serving food service, industrial, and retail channels. Comparable to Alasko in product category (IQF/canned vegetables) and multi-channel GTM, though at significantly larger scale and with European geographic focus.
• Hanover Foods: Hanover Foods is a U.S. processor of canned and frozen vegetables serving retail, food service, and industrial customers. Directly comparable to Alasko on product mix (frozen and preserved produce) and multi-channel distribution.
• SunOpta: SunOpta is a North American producer specializing in organic and conventional frozen fruits and plant-based ingredients for retail and B2B customers. Overlaps with Alasko on organic IQF fruit portfolio and food-service/industrial supply model.
• Nature's Touch Frozen Fruits: Nature's Touch specializes in IQF frozen fruits for retail and food service, with strong private label capabilities. Closely comparable to Alasko on IQF fruit focus, organic offerings, and turnkey private label solutions.
• Pictsweet Farms: Pictsweet Farms is a U.S. processor of frozen vegetables and fruits serving retail, food service, and industrial channels. Directly comparable to Alasko on product portfolio, multi-channel distribution, and IQF capabilities.
• Uren Food Group: Uren Food Group is a U.K.-based supplier of IQF fruits and purees to food service, industrial, and retail customers. Comparable to Alasko on IQF technology, multi-channel GTM, and emphasis on fruit-based frozen ingredients.

Broad incumbents

• Greenyard: Greenyard is a major European frozen and prepared vegetable producer with global retail and food service reach. Operates at much larger scale than Alasko but directly competes in the same frozen produce category and channels.
• McCain Foods: McCain Foods is one of the world's largest frozen food producers, with a portfolio spanning frozen vegetables, potatoes, and prepared meals. Competes with Alasko in food-service and industrial frozen produce supply, but at vastly greater scale and broader product range.
• Nomad Foods (Birds Eye): Nomad Foods owns Birds Eye and other leading frozen vegetable brands across Europe and North America. Competes with Alasko primarily in retail frozen vegetables, but at massive scale and with established branded marketing.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance4 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles2 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds1 record

Investors2 records

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M&A1 record

Investments

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