Gemoss

What Gemoss does

Gemoss is a Latvian hospitality industry supplier founded in 1993, operating as a one-stop-shop for HoReCa (Hotels, Restaurants, Cafes) businesses. The company distributes a broad catalog spanning food ingredients (nuts, seeds, dried fruits, spices, canned goods, confectionery ingredients), professional kitchen equipment, bar supplies, tableware, and kitchenware, and complements distribution with in-house manufacturing for proprietary nut and dried-fruit blends. It sells through two distinct channels: a dedicated B2B HoReCa field-sales operation for professional kitchens and a consumer-facing e-commerce storefront at gemoss.lv for SMB and individual buyers, with publicly listed retail prices (e.g., MONIN syrups from €7.24, canned products €0.69–€8.63) and contract-based B2B/HoReCa pricing.

The company differentiates a commodity distribution business through a portfolio of seven proprietary private-label brands — Zelta Rieksts, Dienas Deva, Just Nature, Gemoss Collection, Gemoss Spice, Cake&Bake, and Chocolate IT — and maintains BRCGS food safety certification as a qualification for professional and large-buyer supply. Beyond core distribution, Gemoss operates ancillary services: equipment rental (Trauku Noma), three professional training studios (Coffee, Culinary, Cocktail), and a Technical Department for kitchen-equipment maintenance and support. Strategic brand partnerships include MONIN for syrups and beverage ingredients, with active co-marketing such as seasonal summer flavor campaigns.

Operationally, Gemoss is a privately held, founder- or family-owned business with no evidence of external investment, public listing, or institutional ownership. Geographic scope is described as the Baltic States with a primary Latvia base, and the business has sustained continuous operation for over 30 years. No revenue, headcount, or transaction-volume figures are publicly disclosed, and there is no documented AI, software platform, or API footprint beyond the e-commerce storefront.

Name

Gemoss

Legal name

Gemoss

Website

https://gemoss.lv

Company type

Private

Founded year

1993

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

101–250 employees

Short description

Gemoss is a Latvian HoReCa supplier founded in 1993, distributing food ingredients, professional kitchen equipment, bar supplies, and tableware to hotels, restaurants, and cafes through both B2B field sales and an e-commerce platform, supported by seven proprietary private-label brands and in-house manufacturing.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Hospitality Supplies Distribution

NAICS

Fruit and Vegetable Preserving and Specialty Food Manufacturing (3114), Specialty Canning (311422)

SIC

Canned, Fruits, Veg, Preserves, Jams & Jellies (2033), Food And Kindred Products (2000)

akta.pro primary industry

Canned & Jarred Fruit & Vegetable Processing (Canning, Bottling) (AFAKAFAH)

akta.pro secondary industries

Jams, Jellies, Preserves & Marmalades Manufacturing (AFAKACAJ), Pastry, Cakes & Desserts Wholesale (AFAIAFAB), Cold Prepared Foods & Meal Components (Sides, Proteins, Family Meals) (CRAHAKAC)

Keywords

• Hospitality supplies
• Food ingredients distribution
• Professional kitchen equipment
• Tableware and glassware
• Private label food brands

Headquarters

HQ city

Riga

HQ country

Latvia

HQ region

Europe

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

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

Distribution channels2 records

Marketing channels3 records

Core offering

Gemoss supplies food ingredients, professional kitchen equipment, and tableware to the Latvian hospitality sector, operating as a one-stop-shop for hotels, restaurants, cafes, and catering businesses. The company manufactures and sells seven proprietary food brands (Zelta Rieksts, Dienas Deva, Just Nature, Gemoss Collection, Gemoss Spice, Cake&Bake, Chocolate IT), distributes international brands such as MONIN, and offers supporting services including equipment rental, coffee/culinary/cocktail studios, and a technical maintenance department through its gemoss.lv e-commerce platform and B2B sales channel.

Product overview

Gemoss is a comprehensive hospitality industry supplier operating as a one-stop-shop for HoReCa businesses, offering a multi-module product portfolio centered around food ingredients, equipment, and tableware combined with proprietary brands and specialized service studios. The core offering includes three main product categories (nuts/seeds/dried fruits, food products, confectionery ingredients) supported by equipment, bar supplies, and kitchen inventory divisions. Proprietary brands (Zelta Riekšt, Dienas Deva, Just Nature, Gemoss Collection, Gemoss Spice, Cake&Bake, Chocolate IT) add differentiated private-label products, while service offerings (Coffee Studio, Culinary Studio, Cocktail Studio, Technical Department, Equipment Rental, Production) provide complementary expertise and rental services for the hospitality sector. The company has 30+ years of experience as a hospitality industry partner since 1993.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Zelta Rieksts: Private label brand specializing in nuts, seeds, and dried fruits
• Dienas Deva
• Just Nature
• Gemoss Collection
• Gemoss Spice
• Cake&Bake
• Chocolate IT

Products and services

• Zelta Rieksts Private label brand specializing in nuts, seeds, and dried fruits, offering a wide variety of nut mixtures and dried fruit products sourced from around the world for retail and HoReCa customers.
• Dienas Deva Private label brand offering functional snack products including vitamin-enriched and natural healthy snack mixes in 40g packs targeting wellness and vitality needs.
• Just Nature Private label brand offering organic and natural grains, legumes, and pulses including quinoa, bulgur, rice, lentils, and other healthy food products.
• Gemoss Collection Private label brand for canned and preserved food products including tomatoes, beans, tuna, chickpeas, and fruit purees.
• Gemoss Spice Private label brand offering over 100 different spices and spice mixtures inspired by world cuisines including cinnamon, paprika, pepper, and seasoning blends.
• Cake&Bake Private label brand for baking and confectionery ingredients targeted at professional and home bakers.
• Chocolate IT Private label brand offering chocolate and cocoa products for confectionery and beverage applications.
• Equipment Rental (Trauku Noma) Rental service providing dishes, glassware, and tableware for events, banquets, and temporary hospitality needs on a rental basis.
• Coffee Studio (Kafijas Studija) Professional coffee expertise service including coffee roasting, equipment consultation, and barista training for hospitality professionals and businesses.
• Culinary Studio (Kulinārijas Studija) Culinary training and expertise service for hospitality professionals, including cooking techniques and product application guidance.
• Cocktail Studio (Kokteiļu Studija) Cocktail and beverage preparation training and consulting service for hospitality professionals and bar operators.
• Technical Department (Tehnikas Nodaļa) Technical maintenance and support service for professional kitchen equipment sold or rented to hospitality businesses.
• HoReCa B2B Supply Full-service hospitality industry supply solution covering professional kitchen equipment, tableware, food ingredients, and proprietary products for hotels, restaurants, cafes, and catering businesses, delivered through a dedicated B2B sales channel.

Segments1 record

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Partnerships

Three partnerships are on record, tiered core.

• MONINcoreGTM or Marketing PartnerMONIN is a key brand partner for syrups and beverage ingredients. Gemoss features MONIN products prominently on their platform, including syrups, frappes, fruit purees, and accessories. Joint seasonal promotions such as 'MONIN vasaras garšu laboratorija' (MONIN summer flavor laboratory) indicate active co-marketing.
• BRCGScoreOthersBRCGS (Brand Reputation through Compliance Global Standards) is a globally recognized food safety certification scheme. Gemoss holds BRCGS certification, demonstrating compliance with international food safety standards.
• World's leading brands (various)coreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorGemoss distributes products from internationally recognized hospitality brands including equipment manufacturers and food ingredient producers. The company states 'sadarbība ar pasaules vadošajiem zīmoliem' (collaboration with world's leading brands).

Scale indicators1 record

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Broad incumbents

• Barry Callebaut: World's largest chocolate and cocoa manufacturer supplying B2B foodservice and bakery customers globally; directly relevant to Gemoss' Chocolate IT category and bakery ingredient positioning.
• Puratos: Global bakery, patisserie, and chocolate ingredients manufacturer with deep HoReCa penetration; its Cake&Bake-adjacent product overlap and B2B bakery supply model make it a comparable incumbent for Gemoss' Cake&Bake and Chocolate IT lines.
• Döhler: International B2B supplier of natural ingredients, flavor systems, and beverage bases (including syrups competitive with MONIN); sells into HoReCa and beverage channels across Europe with comparable product breadth.
• Kesko: Major Finnish retail and B2B foodservice group operating across the Nordics and Baltics, offering HoReCa supply, own-brand food lines, and foodservice logistics at much larger scale than Gemoss.
• Maxima Group (Latvia): Major Baltic retailer with its own private-label food lines, food production, and supplier relationships; competes for the same shelf and HoReCa customer wallet as Gemoss in Latvia.
• Brenntag: Global market leader in chemical and food ingredient distribution, including HoReCa-relevant ingredients; comparable as a broad-line B2B distribution platform with private-label programs.

Direct peers

• Sanitex: Largest HoReCa and food distribution group in the Baltic states, directly serving hotels, restaurants, and cafes with ingredients, equipment, and consumables — the most directly comparable competitor to Gemoss in its home geography.

Regional players

• Martin Service: Estonian HoReCa and food service distributor providing professional kitchen equipment, ingredients, and tableware to restaurants and hotels — same vertical, neighboring geography.
• Rīgas Dzirnavas: Latvian grain milling and food ingredient producer with own-brand presence; comparable to Gemoss as a domestic Latvian food manufacturer serving both retail and foodservice channels.
• Baltic Food Partners: Baltic-focused food and HoReCa distribution and brand-building company, comparable to Gemoss in regional scope and in combining own-brand manufacturing with branded distribution.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat3 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance1 record

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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