About IBIC Group
Egyptian Food Manufacturer & Global Frozen Food Exporter
15 +
Years of
experience
What Drives Us: Mission, Vision & Values
Our Mission To provide B2B food industry partners with premium Egyptian frozen produce and food products that meet the highest international quality, safety, and compliance standards — delivered with reliability, transparency, and tailored service.
Our Vision To be a globally recognized Egyptian food manufacturer and exporter, setting the standard for IQF frozen food quality from Egypt, and expanding IBIC’s international presence through long-term strategic partnerships under the La Vida brand and private-label programs.
🤝 Honesty & Integrity
IBIC represents its company, products, and capabilities with complete transparency in every buyer interaction. Product specifications, certifications, origin documentation, and quality data are provided accurately and completely — no overselling, no misrepresentation. Our relationships are built on the integrity that international food trade requires.
🎯 Quality Control
IBIC Group for Investment and Industry holds ISO 9001:2015 certification for exporting and trading agricultural crops, vegetables and fruits, and ISO 22000:2018 certification for the preparation, sorting, packing, wrapping, cooling and freezing of frozen vegetables and fruits. Please see our Certifications, Registrations & Assessments page for certificate scopes, holders and validity details.
📋 Accountability
When IBIC commits to a product specification, delivery schedule, or quality standard, we stand behind that commitment completely. Post-sale inquiries and quality concerns are addressed with the highest priority until satisfactory resolution is achieved. Our partners engage with an organization that understands food industry accountability and treats every commercial relationship as a long-term partnership.
🔄 Reliability
Supply reliability is achieved through direct farm relationships across the Nile Delta, geographically diversified sourcing strategies, and operational control of the full post-harvest processing chain. Our diversified sourcing strategy helps us maintain reliable supply and reduce the impact of seasonal and market disruptions.
As Chairman of IBIC Group,
IBIC Group CEO
IBIC Group Milestones
2008
IBIC Group founded in Kafr El Sheikh, Egypt
2010
First international export shipment to European market
2015
FDA registration completed for US market access
2016
Kosher certification obtained
2018
Italy sales office established
2020
USA sales office opened
2022
Russia sales office established
2024
Private label program expanded to serve growing demand
2026
ISO 9001:2015 and ISO 22000:2018 certifications issued to IBIC Group for Investment and Industry.
Operations: From Farm to Shipment
IBIC Group is headquartered in Cairo, Egypt. Our production facilities are located on Tanta–Mit Ghamr Road, Zifta, Gharbia Governorate. We work with selected Egyptian growers and farming partners to source produce for processing. Our facilities include:
- Processing Lines: Advanced IQF (Individually Quick Frozen) processing equipment capable of handling fruits, vegetables, and specialty products
- Cold Storage: State-of-the-art cold storage facilities maintaining optimal temperatures throughout the production and storage process
- Quality Labs: On-site quality testing capabilities to verify product specifications before processing
- Packaging Lines: Flexible packaging equipment supporting bulk, retail, and custom private label formats
Our global reach is supported by strategically located sales offices that understand local markets:
Italy (European Headquarters)
Serving the European Union market with deep understanding of EU regulations, quality requirements, and buyer expectations.
USA
Managing North American accounts with expertise in FDA compliance, US market preferences, and regional distribution networks.
Russia & Eastern Europe
Supporting partnerships across Russia, Eastern Europe, and CIS countries with logistics and compliance knowledge.
Preserving product quality from our facility to your destination requires unbroken cold chain management. IBIC Group implements comprehensive cold chain protocols including pre-cooling immediately after harvest, maintaining consistent temperatures through processing and storage, monitoring during loading and container preparation, and coordination with shipping partners for optimal transit conditions.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
IBIC Group is headquartered in Cairo, Egypt. Our production facilities are located on Tanta–Mit Ghamr Road, Zifta, Gharbia Governorate. We also maintain sales offices in Italy, the USA, and Russia to serve our international partners.
IBIC Group has been serving international markets for over 15 years. Founded in 2008, we have grown from a regional producer to an established exporter reaching partners across four continents with a diverse range of frozen food products.
The Nile Delta offers unique agricultural advantages including fertile soil enriched by annual Nile flooding, optimal Mediterranean climate with ideal growing temperatures, access to fresh water for irrigation, proximity to major ports for efficient shipping, and generations of agricultural expertise in the local farming community.
IBIC’s credentials include ISO 9001:2015, ISO 22000:2018, FSSC 22000 and GLOBALG.A.P. certifications, GLOBALG.A.P. GRASP assessment, U.S. FDA food facility registration, and Kosher certification for selected Belevini juices. Coverage depends on the entity, site, activity and product specified in each document. Visit our Certifications, Registrations & Assessments page for details.
Yes, IBIC Group welcomes qualified buyers to tour our facilities. We offer physical visits to our production facilities in Zifta, Gharbia, as well as virtual facility tours for international partners who cannot travel. Contact our sales team to arrange an inspection or virtual walkthrough.
La Vida is the consumer-facing brand under which IBIC Group markets premium frozen food products. “La Vida” means “Life” in Spanish, symbolizing the vibrant freshness and natural quality of our products. Private label clients can choose between La Vida branded products or custom branding options.
Yes, IBIC Group can provide third-party lab testing upon request. We work with accredited laboratories for specialized testing requirements including nutritional analysis, pesticide residue testing, microbiological testing, and other quality verification services.
IBIC Group has an annual production capacity exceeding 5,000 metric tons across our frozen fruit and vegetable product lines. This capacity is supported by continuous investment in production equipment, cold storage facilities, and operational efficiency improvements.
IBIC Group serves diverse customer segments including foodservice distributors, retail chains, food manufacturers, and private label partners. Our flexible production and packaging capabilities allow us to serve different market channels with appropriate product formats and volumes.
IBIC Group implements comprehensive quality management across all operations including standardized processing procedures, regular equipment calibration, pre-shipment inspection protocols, cold chain management systems, and documented traceability from raw material to finished product. Our certifications require ongoing compliance verification.
