Mulmar Foodservice Solutions

What Mulmar Foodservice Solutions does

Mulmar Foodservice Solutions is a UK-based distributor and service provider for commercial coffee machines and catering equipment, headquartered in Hatfield, Hertfordshire. The company has operated for over 30 years and serves customers across the UK and Ireland through a direct field sales model and a national network of certified service engineers. Its portfolio centres on premium Italian brands — Faema, La Marzocco, Mazzer, Casadio, and IMA Coffee Petroncini — covering espresso machines, bean-to-cup machines, commercial grinders, and roasting plants, complemented by adjacent catering equipment from Blue Seal, Moretti Forni, DIHR, Carpigiani, and BRITA Professional.

Mulmar monetises across multiple streams: equipment sales (hardware resale of third-party manufactured machines, roasters, and catering kit), professional services (certified installation, on-site and off-site repair, PSSR boiler inspections, and bespoke equipment customisation such as branded colours and back panels), spare parts supply, and recurring annual maintenance subscriptions. It also delivers turnkey bar, café, coffee shop, and restaurant fit-out projects, including CAD design and full kitchen/front-of-house installation. Customers include UK high street coffee chains (Caffé Nero, Pret-A-Manger, Black Sheep Coffee), restaurant operators (Prezzo), gelato specialists (Snowflake Gelato), and independent roasters and cafés, with a secondary push into high-end domestic coffee equipment.

The business is privately held, employs over 100 people, and operates with no disclosed external funding, M&A, or parent ownership. It has no proprietary technology stack and does not develop AI/ML capabilities; competitive advantage derives from distribution exclusivity, brand heritage, nationwide engineer coverage, and integrated service depth rather than intellectual property.

Name

Mulmar Foodservice Solutions

Legal name

Mulmar Foodservice Solutions

Website

https://mulmar.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1988

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

51–100 employees

Short description

Mulmar Foodservice Solutions is a UK-based distributor and service provider of premium commercial coffee machines (Faema, La Marzocco, Mazzer) and catering equipment, serving foodservice, hospitality, and retail customers across the UK and Ireland with installation, maintenance, and fit-out services.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Commercial Coffee Equipment Distribution and Servicing

NAICS

Commercial and Service Industry Machinery Manufacturing (3333), Commercial and Service Industry Machinery Manufacturing (33331)

SIC

Refrigeration & Service Industry Machinery (3580), General Industrial Machinery & Equipment, Nec (3569)

akta.pro primary industry

Restaurant & Commercial Kitchen Equipment Wholesale (AFAIALAB)

akta.pro secondary industries

Food Preparation Equipment & Smallwares Wholesale (AFAIALAK), Bar & Beverage Service Supplies Wholesale (AFAIALAG)

Keywords

• Commercial coffee equipment
• Catering equipment supply
• Coffee machine servicing
• Bar restaurant fit-out
• Espresso machine distribution

Headquarters

HQ city

Hatfield

HQ country

United Kingdom

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Supply Chain, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Equipment Sales: Sale of commercial coffee machines (espresso, bean-to-cup), coffee grinders, commercial catering equipment (grills, dishwashers, fridges, ovens), and water filters from portfolio brands including Faema, La Marzocco, Mazzer, Casadio, Petroncini, DIHR, and others.
2. Installation Services: Professional installation of commercial coffee machines and catering equipment by certified engineers.
3. Maintenance and Repair: On-site coffee machine repair, off-site repair in specialist workshop, planned and reactive maintenance, boiler inspections (PSSR tests), and service plans.
4. Spare Parts: Sourcing, supply, and installation of coffee machine spare parts from brand-name suppliers.
5. Bar & Restaurant Fit-Out: Complete bar and restaurant fit-out services including kitchen design, front-of-house design, and turnkey solutions for catering and hospitality venues.
6. Equipment Customisation: Customisation of equipment including branded colours and custom back panels for espresso machines.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Mulmar Foodservice Solutions is a UK and Ireland distributor of premium commercial coffee machines and catering equipment, supplying brands such as Faema, La Marzocco, Mazzer, Casadio, and IMA Coffee Petroncini. The company complements equipment supply with professional installation, planned and reactive maintenance, on-site and off-site repair, PSSR-compliant boiler inspections, spare-parts supply, equipment customisation, and complete bar, café, coffee shop, and restaurant fit-out services delivered through a national sales and engineering team.

Product overview

Mulmar Foodservice Solutions is a commercial coffee machine and catering equipment supplier offering a portfolio of physical equipment products and associated services. The core product offering centers on commercial espresso machines (from brands including Faema, Casadio, and La Marzocco), bean-to-cup coffee machines, and Mazzer commercial coffee grinders, complemented by commercial roasting equipment (Petroncini and Tostabar), catering equipment (grills, dishwashers, fridges/freezers, ovens, water boilers), and accessories ( tampers, milk steamers, water filters). These equipment products are sold alongside a comprehensive service portfolio including on-site and off-site coffee machine repair, boiler inspections (PSSR compliant), equipment customisation, spare parts supply, and reactive maintenance service plans. The company also provides turnkey venue fit-out services for bars, cafes, coffee shops, and restaurants including design, CAD visualization, and installation.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Commercial Espresso Machines Professional espresso machines from premium brands Faema, Casadio, and La Marzocco supplied to commercial foodservice customers across the UK and Ireland.
• Commercial Bean to Cup Coffee Machines Automated commercial bean-to-cup machines from Faema and other industry-leading brands that process whole beans to deliver espresso-based drinks with minimal barista intervention.
• Mazzer Commercial Coffee Grinders Commercial coffee grinders from Italian manufacturer Mazzer, including Robur S, Kold S, and Digital ZM models, programmable for consistent fine grinding with minimal waste.
• Petroncini Commercial Coffee Roasters Commercial coffee roasting equipment from IMA Coffee Petroncini, including TT120, TMR720, and TMR25 LAB models with capacities ranging from 3.5 kg/h to 3.5 tons/h for espresso, drip, instant, and Turkish coffee.
• Tostabar Commercial Coffee Roasters Commercial coffee roasting equipment from Tostabar for professional coffee roasting operations.
• Commercial Grilling Equipment Professional grilling equipment from Blue Seal and other brands supplied for commercial kitchens.
• Commercial Dishwashers (DIHR) Industrial dishwashing systems from DIHR with advanced wash and rinse arm technology for commercial kitchens.
• Commercial Fridges and Freezers Eco-friendly refrigeration units from Longoni, Foster, and Carpigiani for gelato, dessert display, and general commercial kitchen use.
• Pizza and Bakery Ovens (Moretti Forni) Professional pizza and bakery ovens from Italian manufacturer Moretti Forni for commercial settings.
• Commercial Water Boilers Hot water dispensing equipment from Roband and similar brands for commercial kitchens and foodservice operations.
• On-Site Coffee Machine Repair On-site reactive maintenance and repair services for commercial coffee machines delivered nationwide across the UK and Ireland, minimising customer downtime.
• Off-Site Coffee Machine Repair Full annual servicing of commercial coffee machines in Mulmar's specialist workshop, with loan machines supplied to minimise disruption while customer equipment is being repaired.
• Coffee Machine Boiler Inspections On-site coffee machine boiler inspections with full recommissioning after repairs, ensuring compliance with the Pressure Systems Safety Regulations 2000 (PSSR).
• Equipment Customisation Custom branding services for espresso machines including branded colors and custom back panels to differentiate customer coffee service.
• Spare Parts Supply Sourcing, supply, and installation of coffee machine spare parts from brand-name suppliers, enabling faster repairs under manufacturer warranties.
• Coffee Machine Service Plans Reactive maintenance plans in a range of service levels to protect commercial coffee equipment year-round, billed annually to suit different business needs and budgets.
• Bar Fit Out Specialised bar design and installation services for hospitality venues.
• Café Fit Out Complete café interior design and fit-out solutions including kitchen and front-of-house installation.
• Coffee Shop Fit Out Specialised coffee shop venue design and equipment installation services.
• Restaurant Fit Out Full restaurant interior design and kitchen equipment fit-out services including space optimisation and CAD design.
• Bar & Restaurant Fit Out Complete venue fit-out services from front-of-house design to kitchen installation, including space optimisation and CAD design, covering both bar and restaurant formats.
• Commercial Water Filters Water filtration systems including BRITA Professional products to optimise water quality for coffee brewing and protect equipment longevity.

Named customers7 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Partnerships

Ten partnerships are on record, tiered core and supporting.

• FaemacoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorFaema is an Italian espresso machine manufacturer and one of Mulmar's core brands. Mulmar distributes Faema products including the E71 model and provides installation, maintenance, and customisation services for Faema equipment in the UK and Ireland.
• La MarzoccocoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorItalian espresso machine manufacturer whose products Mulmar distributes across the UK and Ireland market.
• MazzercoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorItalian coffee grinder manufacturer. Mulmar distributes Mazzer grinders including the Robur S, Kold S, and Digital ZM models. Mazzer is known for high-performance commercial grinders with cloud connectivity features.
• CasadiocoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorItalian espresso machine manufacturer whose products Mulmar distributes in the UK and Ireland.
• IMA Coffee PetroncinicoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorPetroncini (now IMA Coffee Petroncini) specialises in complete coffee roasting plants and processing systems. Mulmar distributes their commercial coffee roasters including the TT120, TMR720, and TMR25 LAB models.
• DIHRsupportingChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorItalian manufacturer of dishware systems and commercial dishwashers that Mulmar distributes as part of their commercial catering equipment portfolio.
• BRITA ProfessionalsupportingTechnology or IntegrationWater filtration solutions provider. BRITA Professional works with Mulmar to provide water filtration systems for commercial coffee machines, helping optimise water quality for consistent coffee quality and equipment longevity.
• Blue SealsupportingChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorCommercial cooking equipment manufacturer whose products including grills and ovens are part of Mulmar's catering equipment portfolio.
• Moretti FornisupportingChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorItalian manufacturer of bakery and pizza ovens distributed by Mulmar as part of their commercial catering equipment range.
• CarpigianisupportingChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorItalian manufacturer of gelato equipment whose products including fridges and freezers are distributed by Mulmar for gelato and dessert display applications.

Scale indicators2 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Broad incumbents

• Middleby (UK operations): Global commercial kitchen equipment conglomerate with UK brands (e.g., Lincat, Blue Seal) — competes with Mulmar's catering equipment range including grilling and cooking, and overlaps in enterprise foodservice customers.
• Nisbets: UK's largest foodservice equipment distributor supplying commercial kitchen equipment, tableware, and consumables to caterers and hospitality operators — directly comparable in customer base and equipment categories, though much broader and less specialised in premium Italian coffee.
• WMF Group (Coffee Machines): German manufacturer of professional automatic coffee machines with UK service operations — competes for the same enterprise coffee chain accounts and offers a competing premium-brand alternative to Mulmar's Italian portfolio.
• Franke Coffee Systems: Global supplier of professional coffee systems (fully automatic and traditional) with strong UK enterprise presence — directly comparable in serving national coffee chains, hotels, and foodservice operators with equipment and service contracts.
• La Cimbali: Italian espresso machine manufacturer with global direct and distributor channels — competes with Mulmar's Faema/La Marzocco lines for the same enterprise coffee chain and specialty café accounts in the UK.

Direct peers

• Lemi Coffee Solutions: UK-based distributor of commercial coffee machines including Faema and La Marzocco lines — directly comparable in product portfolio, target customer (cafés, restaurants, hotels), and service/install model.
• Lockhart Catering Equipment: UK foodservice equipment distributor covering cooking, refrigeration, and beverage equipment — overlaps with Mulmar's catering equipment portfolio and foodservice customer base, though its coffee specialisation is less deep.
• Marco Beverage Systems: Ireland-based designer and supplier of commercial beverage equipment (hot water, coffee filters, brew systems) — comparable UK/Ireland foodservice customer base and overlapping product/category focus, though narrower in espresso equipment.

Others

• Nuova Simonelli: Italian espresso machine manufacturer whose products are distributed in the UK through competing distributors — comparable as one of the premium brands Mulmar competes against or alongside, depending on UK channel structure.

Regional players

• Fracino: UK-based manufacturer and supplier of espresso and bean-to-cup coffee machines — adjacent peer selling into the same UK coffee shop and foodservice channel, though predominantly a manufacturer rather than distributor.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles3 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

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