Unilac Holland B.v.

What Unilac Holland B.v. does

Unilac Holland B.V. is a privately held Dutch dairy export company founded in 1997 and headquartered in Nijkerk, Netherlands. The company purchases European cheese, butter, milk, yoghurt, and other dairy products from a network of producers across at least 13 European countries (Netherlands, Denmark, France, Italy, Spain, Germany, Belgium, Switzerland, Austria, Poland, Greece, England) and resells them to B2B customers in 70-80+ countries worldwide. Its product portfolio is sold under seven own brands (Grand'Or, Gardeli, LeChevre, The Old Mill, Belprado, Go-Go, Naarmann), a curated portfolio of third-party European dairy brands, and private label solutions developed in collaboration with customers.

Unilac operates four primary customer segments: international retailers, foodservice operators, industrial food processors, and cruise lines/ship suppliers/airline catering. The company differentiates through service-oriented logistics — flexible container sizing (40ft, 20ft), mixed-origin container loads from up to five EU countries, multi-modal transport (sea, air, road), and proactive supply-chain services such as stock rotation optimization, shelf-life management, and out-of-stock prevention. Named enterprise customers include Disney Cruise Line, Princess Cruises, Royal Caribbean, Holland America Line, Carrefour, and Metro.

The business model is a B2B export trading operation generating revenue through product margins on international dairy trade. Pricing is quote-based and not publicly disclosed. The GTM motion is direct enterprise field sales targeting large retailers, foodservice operators, cruise lines, and industrial processors. There is no proprietary technology, software platform, or AI component disclosed — the company explicitly identifies as a trading firm rather than a technology company. Distribution is managed through its own logistics and distribution center in the Netherlands.

Name

Unilac Holland B.v.

Legal name

Unilac Holland B.v.

Website

https://unilac-holland.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1997

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Unilac Holland B.V. is a privately held Dutch dairy exporter (founded 1997) that sources European cheese, butter and dairy from producers across 13+ EU countries and resells under own brands (Grand'Or, Gardeli, LeChevre, The Old Mill, Belprado, Go-Go, Naarmann) and private labels to retailers, foodservice, cruise lines, and industrial processors in 70-80+ countries.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Dairy Export & Distribution

NAICS

Dairy Product (except Dried or Canned) Merchant Wholesalers (424430)

SIC

Wholesale-Groceries, General Line (5141)

akta.pro primary industry

Organic & Natural Foods Import/Export & Global Trading (AFAIAJAK)

akta.pro secondary industries

Butter & Cultured Dairy (Yogurt, Sour Cream, Kefir) Wholesale (AFAIAEAB), Dairy-Based Beverage Wholesale (Milk Drinks, Yogurt Drinks) (AFAIAGAG)

Keywords

• Cheese export services
• Dairy product distribution
• Private label dairy
• European cheese trading
• Foodservice dairy supply

Headquarters

HQ city

Amersfoort

HQ country

Netherlands

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Cheese and Dairy Product Sales: Unilac Holland operates as an exporter and trader of European cheese and dairy products. They purchase products from European dairy producers and sell to global customers including retailers, foodservice operators, cruise lines, and industrial processors. Revenue is generated through product margins on international trade of cheese, butter, yoghurt, and other dairy products.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels1 record

Core offering

Unilac Holland B.V. is a Dutch exporter and trader of European cheeses, butter, milk, yoghurt, and other dairy products sourced from dairy producers across multiple EU countries (Netherlands, Denmark, France, Italy, Spain, Germany, Belgium, Switzerland, Austria, Poland, Greece, England). The company sells under its own brands (Grand'Or, Gardeli, LeChevre, The Old Mill, Belprado, Go-Go, Naarmann) and offers private label solutions, delivering to B2B customers worldwide through flexible container, pallet, and box shipments via sea, air, and road transport.

Product overview

Unilac Holland is a Dutch cheese and dairy exporter established in 1997. The company offers a comprehensive portfolio of European cheese and dairy products across multiple market segments (Retail, Foodservice, Industry, Cruise ships/Airline catering). The product range includes: Grand'Or (their main quality brand for European cheeses including Gouda, Edam, Cheddar, Mozzarella, Emmentaler, blue cheese, cream cheese, Havarti, and more), Gardeli (flavored cheeses with natural ingredients in numerous varieties), LeChevre (goat's cheese range), The Old Mill (premium traditionally matured Gouda), Belprado (unique Dutch cheese), and Go-Go (convenience yoghurt). Products are available in various formats: wheels, blocks, wedges, slices, portions, snacks, as well as butter, cream, and yoghurt. The company also offers private label solutions and distributes partner brands.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Grand'Or: Unilac Holland's quality brand for flavourful cheese and dairy products from across Europe. Origin lies in Netherlands with centuries-old cheesemaking tradition.
• Gardeli
• LeChevre
• The Old Mill
• Belprado
• Go-Go
• Naarmann

Products and services

• Grand'Or Unilac Holland's quality brand for flavorful cheese and dairy products sourced from across Europe, including Edam, Gouda, Cheddar, Emmentaler, Mozzarella, blue cheese, cream cheese, Havarti, and more. Targeted at retailers, foodservice, and cruise line customers worldwide.
• Gardeli A refined selection of flavored cheeses made with natural ingredients, available in many varieties including wasabi, mustard, lavender, pepper, herbs, sambal, truffle, walnut, red pesto, olive/tomato/garlic, and green pesto. Sourced exclusively from the Netherlands.
• LeChevre Top-quality goat's cheese brand offering a wide range from mild and creamy to firm and mature varieties, available in various pack formats and flavors. Targeted at retail and foodservice customers seeking specialty cheeses.
• The Old Mill Premium Dutch cheese brand representing traditional cheesemaking craftsmanship passed down through generations. Made and matured according to traditional recipes on authentic wooden shelves for an artisan premium positioning.
• Belprado A unique Dutch cheese offering a distinctive taste experience that combines a full, sweet, nutty flavor with a tangy bite and fine crystals. Available in mature and young varieties for retail and foodservice customers.
• Go-Go Ready-to-enjoy yoghurt combining flavor and convenience in one, available in a wide range of fruity flavors in handy cup format. Positioned for on-the-go consumption at work or as a quick snack, targeted at retail and foodservice customers.
• Naarmann High-quality, long-life dairy products and innovative vegan alternatives for the foodservice sector and food industry. Targeted at customers requiring long shelf-life dairy for institutional and industrial use.
• Private Label Solutions Flexible private label service enabling retailers, distributors, and foodservice operators to develop their own unique or local cheese and dairy flavors and bring them to market under their own brand. Covers milk, dairy products, yoghurt, European cheeses, and butter across various pack formats.

Named customers7 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

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Partnerships

One partnership is on record.

• European Dairy Producers NetworkcoreOthersUnilac Holland works with an extended network of European dairy producers and suppliers, sourcing cheese and dairy products from multiple EU countries including Netherlands, Denmark, France, Italy, Spain, Germany, Belgium, Switzerland, Austria, Poland, Greece, England and more. This network enables them to offer a wide variety of European cheese specialities.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Broad incumbents

• Hochwald Foods: German dairy cooperative producing and exporting cheese, milk, and dairy ingredients, serving private label and branded retail and foodservice customers. Comparable in product and channel focus within the European dairy export market.
• Bel Group: French-headquartered global cheese company (The Laughing Cow, Babybel, Kiri) with major branded and private label export operations across retail and foodservice. Comparable in European cheese export focus, at much larger scale.
• Savencia Fromage & Dairy: French multinational cheese specialist with broad branded and private label portfolio (Caprice des Dieux, Saint Albray) exported worldwide. Operates in the same European cheese export space as Unilac at larger scale.
• Müller: German dairy group with broad portfolio across yoghurts, cheese, and dairy-based beverages, selling across European and international retail and foodservice channels. Comparable product breadth and B2B customer overlap.
• FrieslandCampina: Dutch dairy cooperative and major global exporter of cheese, butter, milk, and dairy ingredients. A direct Dutch competitor in the same European dairy export category serving retail, foodservice and industrial segments.
• Lactalis: World's largest dairy company and a leading French cheese exporter (President, Galbani, Parmalat) with global retail and foodservice distribution. Comparable in European cheese export scope at massive scale.
• Arla Foods: Danish-Swedish dairy cooperative and one of the world's largest dairy exporters, with extensive European cheese, butter, and milk powder portfolios sold to retail, foodservice and industrial customers globally.

Regional players

• Fonterra: New Zealand dairy cooperative and the world's largest dairy exporter, with significant cheese, butter, and dairy ingredient presence in Asia and globally. Comparable in B2B dairy export motion and customer types, though primary geography differs.

Direct peers

• DOC Kaas: Dutch cheese exporter specializing in private label and branded European cheeses sold globally to retail and foodservice. Highly comparable in product focus (Dutch/European cheese), B2B export motion, and customer mix.
• Nordex Food: Danish cheese exporter focused on branded and private label specialty cheeses for retail, foodservice and industrial customers worldwide. Similar size, model, and specialty European cheese export focus as Unilac Holland.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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