Transtrade

What Transtrade does

Transtrade s.r.o. is a Slovak-headquartered specialty food distribution company founded in 1993 and based in Ivanka pri Dunaji, operating across Slovakia, Czech Republic, Hungary, and Poland. The company functions as a brand distribution platform for premium Mediterranean, BIO, and healthy-lifestyle food producers, currently representing more than 15 brand principals including Oatly, Borges, Calvo, Gullón, Valor, Goya, Limeñita, Komvida, SOS, Fragata, El Pastor, Taverna, Monbake, and El Pozo, with recent additions such as Little Moons, Guau! Guacamole, and Eva apple cider vinegar expanding the portfolio into frozen, chilled, and plant-based categories.

The company sells into more than 2,000 points of sale organized across multiple channels: supermarket and hypermarket chains (Billa, Kaufland, Tesco, Metro, CBA, COOP, Terno), HORECA operators, gas station and convenience retailers, and e-commerce/quick-commerce platforms (Kosik.sk, Wolt Market, Freshbox.sk, Aktin.sk). On the supply side, Transtrade offers brand principals a bundled service of inbound logistics (high-frequency flows and consolidation points in Spain and the Netherlands, with temperature-controlled transport for chilled, frozen, and ambient goods) combined with downstream marketing support covering online, offline, and trade-marketing activities.

The business model is B2B wholesale distribution with transactional revenue earned on product resale margins (i.e., transaction-fee economics applied to physical goods) rather than agency commissions; pricing is negotiated per retailer and is not publicly disclosed. The company is privately held with no disclosed funding rounds, ownership changes, or revenue figures, and operates with a small core team of 11–50 employees structured by function (sales, orders, marketing, logistics).

Name

Transtrade

Legal name

TRANSTRADE s.r.o.

Website

https://transtrade.sk

Company type

Private

Founded year

1993

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Transtrade is a Slovak-headquartered B2B food distributor that represents more than 15 premium Mediterranean, BIO, and healthy-lifestyle brands across Slovakia, Czech Republic, Hungary, and Poland, supplying over 2,000 retail, HORECA, and e-commerce points of sale with bundled logistics and trade-marketing services.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Wholesale Food Distribution

NAICS

Merchant Wholesalers, Nondurable Goods (424)

SIC

Wholesale-Groceries, General Line (5141)

akta.pro primary industry

Specialty & Gourmet Foods Wholesale Distribution (CRAOAAAI)

Keywords

• Food brand distribution
• Wholesale food logistics
• Mediterranean food import
• BIO organic food supply
• HORECA food distribution

Headquarters

HQ city

Ivanka Pri Dunaji

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Food Distribution: Transtrade generates revenue through distributing premium Mediterranean, BIO, and healthy lifestyle food brands to retailers across Slovakia, Czech Republic, Hungary, and Poland. The company earns margins on the sale of products from brands including Oatly, Borges, Calvo, Gullón, Valor, and others through their network of 2000+ points of sale.

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels3 records

Core offering

Transtrade is a B2B wholesale distributor of premium Mediterranean, BIO, and healthy lifestyle food brands in Central Europe. The company imports and distributes more than 15 brands (including Oatly, Borges, Calvo, Gullón, Valor, SOS, Komvida, El Pastor, Fragata, Goya) to over 2,000 points of sale across Slovakia, Czech Republic, Hungary, and Poland, complemented by temperature-controlled logistics and marketing services for the represented brands.

Product overview

Transtrade is a quality food distributor of Mediterranean inspiration with over 25 years of experience, distributing premium food brands across Slovakia, Czech Republic, Hungary, and Poland through more than 2,000 points of sale. The company operates as a brand distribution platform offering 15+ premium brands including Oatly (oat dairy alternatives), Borges (olive oil), Calvo (seafood), Limeñita (cold-pressed juices), Goya (coconut water and Tex-Mex), Gullón (healthy cookies), SOS (rice), Valor (chocolate), Komvida (kombucha), El Pastor (cheese), Taverna (hummus), Monbake (pastries), El Pozo (meat products), and others. The portfolio focuses on Mediterranean diet, BIO, and healthy lifestyle products. Beyond brand distribution, Transtrade provides marketing services (online, offline, trade marketing) and logistics services (temperature-controlled transport, consolidation points from Spain and Netherlands) to support brands reaching final consumers.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Oatly Oat-based alternative to dairy products made from Swedish oats; distributed in Barista, Original, Bio, and Chocolate variants to retailers across Slovakia, Czech Republic, Hungary, and Poland.
• Borges Family-owned Mediterranean food brand with over 100 years of history offering olive oil, seed oil, vinegar, and olives; distributed to retailers in Central Europe.
• Calvo Spanish seafood brand offering canned tuna, sardines, salads, and paté with emphasis on traceability from sea to table; distributed in Central Europe.
• Limeñita Cold-pressed fruit juice, smoothie, mocktail, and BIO brand preserving fruit in its most natural form with vitamins, minerals, and enzymes.
• Goya Largest Hispanic-owned food company in the United States offering authentic Latino cuisine products such as coconut water, Latin food, and Mexican sauces.
• VAMOS! Brand of practical 1-minute meals combining quick preparation with Basmati rice, Brown rice, and White and Red quinoa, designed for modern consumers.
• Gullón European biscuit manufacturer founded in 1892, leader in health-biscuit segment with sugar-free (ZERO) and gluten-free options.
• SOS Spanish rice brand founded in 1903 offering rice varieties, rice flour, and quinoa as staples of the Mediterranean diet.
• Valor Master chocolatier since 1881 offering traditional, sugar-free, and lactose-free chocolate bars made from selected cocoa beans.
• Komvida Real kombucha brewed in southern Spain in 7 flavours, 100% natural, BIO, and plastic-free, marketed as a healthy alternative to sugary drinks.
• El Pastor Award-winning Spanish cheesemaker producing goat cheese, sheep cheese, and Manchego.
• Taverna Mediterranean food company offering chilled hummus and similar products with original recipes to European customers.
• Monbake Modern food company specialized in pre-baked bread, frozen bakery products, pastries, confectionery, and savoury snacks.
• El Pozo

Named customers8 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles5 records

Technology focussed No

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Partnerships

19 partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• OatlycoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorOatly is a Swedish oat-based dairy alternative brand distributed by Transtrade across Central Europe. Products include Barista, Original, Bio, and Chocolate variants of oat milk. Transtrade serves as the exclusive or primary distribution partner for Oatly products in Slovakia, Czech Republic, Hungary, and Poland.
• BorgescoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorBorges is a family-owned Mediterranean food company with over 100 years of history, distributing olive oil, seed oil, vinegar, and olives. Transtrade distributes Borges products across their Central European markets.
• CalvocoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorSpanish seafood experts committed to innovation and quality, producing tuna, sardines, salads, and paté. Transtrade distributes Calvo products across Central European markets.
• GullóncoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorGalletas Gullón is one of Europe's leading biscuit manufacturers, founded in 1892. Known for health-focused cookies including sugar-free (ZERO) and gluten-free varieties. Transtrade distributes Gullón products across Slovakia, Czech Republic, and Hungary.
• Valor (Chocolates Valor)coreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorMaster chocolatiers since 1881, Valor selects the best cocoa beans worldwide for their chocolates. Products include sugar-free, lactose-free, and traditional chocolate bars. Long-term partnership with Transtrade for Central European distribution.
• Goya FoodscoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorThe premier source for authentic Latino cuisine, Goya Foods is the largest Hispanic-owned food company in the United States. Products include coconut water, Latin food, Mexican sauces, and bio products distributed by Transtrade.
• Little MoonsminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorFrozen mochi ice cream brand with soft, chewy outer layer made from rice flour wrapped around creamy ice cream. Distributed by Transtrade in Central European markets.
• LimeñitacoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor100% cold-pressed fruit juices, smoothies, and mocktails. Brand focused on preserving the natural form of fruit with vitamins, minerals, and enzymes. Transtrade distributes across Slovakia, Czech Republic, and Hungary.
• KomvidaminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorReal kombucha brewed in a small village in southern Spain. 100% natural, BIO, plastic-free kombucha with 7 flavors. Distributed by Transtrade in Central European markets.
• El Pastor (Pastor)minorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorQuality reference cheesemakers worldwide with numerous awards and prizes. Products include goat cheese, sheep cheese, and Manchego. Distributed by Transtrade.
• TavernaminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorMediterranean food company bringing quality chilled products with original recipes to European customers. Main product is hummus with oriental hints. Distributed by Transtrade.
• MonbakeminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorModern food company specialized in pre-baked bread, frozen bakery products, pastries, confectionery, and savory snacks. Distributed by Transtrade.
• El PozominorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorHealthy and nutritional meat-based products, favorite brand of Spanish households. Prioritizes innovation and constant improvement with R&D focus. Distributed by Transtrade.
• FragataminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorLeading olives brand with over 100 years of history, present in 90 countries. Pioneers in sustainable olives production from southern Spain. Distributed by Transtrade.
• SOScoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorOne of the world's leaders in rice industry, Spanish company founded in 1903. Offers wide range of rice varieties, quinoa, and rice flour. Distributed by Transtrade.
• ManolitaminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorLegumes brand from Spanish province of Murcia delivering healthy and natural foods for over six decades. Distributed by Transtrade.
• EvaminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorPremium vinegar brand transforming sweet apples from Lérida into apple cider vinegar for over 100 years. Distributed by Transtrade.
• VAMOS!minorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorBrand of practical 1-minute meals combining quick preparation with outstanding taste. Products include Basmati rice, brown rice, white and red quinoa. Distributed by Transtrade.
• Guau! GuacamoleminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor100% natural guacamole made from natural ingredients. Gluten-free, suitable for celiacs, vegetarians, and vegans. Distributed by Transtrade.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Broad incumbents

• Brakes Group: Largest UK food service distributor with multi-category assortment and cold-chain capability - comparable operating model (multi-channel, temperature-controlled, multi-brand) but much broader portfolio.
• Bonduelle Group: Global plant-based food company with broad Mediterranean/sustainable focus - overlapping end-categories and European retail reach, though owns brands rather than acting as a multi-brand distributor.
• Orkla Foods: Pan-Nordic branded food company distributing Mediterranean-adjacent grocery categories across the Nordics and Central Europe - comparable retail relationships and assortment breadth.

Direct peers

• Tree of Life UK: UK-based specialist distributor of natural, organic, free-from and ethnic foods to retail and foodservice - directly comparable product/market overlap with Transtrade's Mediterranean/BIO focus.
• Menigo Foodservice: Large Swedish multi-brand food service and retail distributor with broad assortment distribution to HORECA and retail - comparable multi-channel, multi-brand food distribution model.

Regional players

• Medist Hungary: Hungarian sister entity applying the same Transtrade playbook of multi-brand Mediterranean/BIO distribution in Hungary.
• Medist Czech: Czech sister entity serving Transtrade's Czech Republic market with a similar premium Mediterranean/BIO brand distributor model.
• Medifoods: Transtrade's affiliated entity serving the Polish market - shares business model, brand portfolio, and operational methodology but focuses exclusively on the Polish territory.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles6 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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

M&A

Investments

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