When international food brands, distributors and foodservice operators need a reliable Egyptian food manufacturer exporter, they need more than a price list – they need proof of origin, proof of process, and proof of supply. IBIC Group was built to provide exactly that. Founded in 2008 and headquartered in Cairo, with IQF production facilities in Zifta, Gharbia Governorate, IBIC Group is a vertically integrated Egyptian frozen-food manufacturer exporting under the La Vida brand to partners in 14+ countries across Europe, North America, the GCC, Russia and Africa.
This page is a comprehensive About IBIC Group – who we are, what we produce, how we operate, and how our credentials support international B2B buyers.
Who We Are – IBIC Group at a Glance
IBIC Group is an Egyptian food manufacturer and exporter producing premium IQF frozen fruits, frozen vegetables, fruit purees, canned foods, grilled vegetables, and juice products for international B2B markets. We serve food manufacturers, supermarket and retail chains, foodservice distributors, and private-label brands that need consistent quality, documented traceability, and a manufacturer who understands the regulatory requirements of their destination market.
Key facts about our company:
- Founded: 2008 in Kafr El Sheikh, Egypt.
- Headquarters: Villa 129, South Academy Area G, North 90, New Cairo, Egypt.
- Production facilities: Tanta-Mit Ghamr Road, Zifta, Gharbia Governorate – in Egypt’s Nile Delta.
- Brand: La Vida (premium consumer tier).
- Export reach: 14+ countries across Europe, North America, the GCC, Russia and Africa.
- Commercial offices: Italy (EU headquarters), USA, Russia.
- Annual production capacity: Exceeds 5,000 metric tons across frozen fruit and vegetable lines.
- 2025 milestone: Surpassed USD 10 million in annual sales.
Our Story: From Kafr El Sheikh to 14+ Countries
Our journey began in Kafr El Sheikh – a region where the Nile Delta meets the Mediterranean, blessed with fertile soil, optimal growing conditions and generations of agricultural expertise. We saw an opportunity to capture Egyptian agricultural excellence at its peak and deliver it to international markets that demand quality, consistency and reliability.
A condensed history of IBIC Group:
- 2008 – IBIC Group founded in Kafr El Sheikh, Egypt.
- 2010 – First international export shipment to a European market.
- 2015 – U.S. FDA food facility registration secured, opening North American market access.
- 2016 – Kosher certification obtained for selected Belevini juices.
- 2018 – Italy sales office established (European headquarters).
- 2020 – USA sales office opened.
- 2022 – Russia sales office established.
- 2024 – Private label program expanded to serve growing retailer and brand demand.
- 2026 – ISO 9001:2015 and ISO 22000:2018 certifications issued to IBIC Group for Investment and Industry.
Over more than 15 years, IBIC Group has grown from a regional producer into an international trade company with sales offices on three continents. We invest in facilities that meet the highest international standards, we earn the certifications that open doors to the world’s most demanding markets, and we never lose sight of what made us successful in the first place: treating every client as a partner, every order as a responsibility, and every shipment as a reflection of who we are.
What We Manufacture and Export
IBIC Group operates across seven product categories – each one backed by IQF, puree, canning or grilling capability and supported by flexible packaging for retail, foodservice and industrial buyers.
1. IQF Frozen Fruits
We export IQF strawberries, mango cubes and slices, whole guava, pomegranate arils, grapes, peaches, figs, apricot, and pineapple to food manufacturers, dairy companies, beverage producers, and retail packagers worldwide. Our IQF (Individually Quick Frozen) process preserves colour, flavour and nutritional value, with 18-month shelf life stability under standard frozen storage at -18°C. Explore our IQF frozen fruit range.
2. IQF Frozen Vegetables
Our frozen vegetable programme covers broccoli, mixed vegetables, okra, spinach, sweet corn, green beans, peas & carrots, mushrooms, cauliflower, molokhia, artichoke, falafel chickpeas, grape leaves, taro, french fries, and coriander – supplying foodservice distributors and frozen-food manufacturers at industrial scale. See our full frozen vegetable line-up.
3. Fruit Purees
We manufacture aseptic and frozen fruit purees – mango, guava, strawberry, pomegranate, orange, mandarin, and lemon – for beverage manufacturers, dairy companies, ice-cream producers and food processors. Aseptic packaging in bag-in-drum and bag-in-box formats is available. View the fruit puree range.
4. Grilled Vegetables
Ready-to-use grilled eggplant, zucchini slices, coloured pepper slices and mixed vegetable slices for foodservice operators, frozen-meal manufacturers and retail packagers. Browse our grilled vegetable selection.
5. Canned Foods
Long-shelf-life sliced and whole olives (black and green), sliced jalapeño peppers (red and green), and other canned vegetables for retail chains and foodservice distributors. Discover our canned food products.
6. Juice Products
NFC and concentrate juices – including mango, guava, pomegranate, grape, orange, mandarin, strawberry, apricot, beetroot, lemon-mint and fruit cocktail – in aseptic packaging for beverage companies and retail private-label programmes. Explore our juice products.
7. Miscellaneous
A specialty range including IQF chopped onion, crushed garlic, garlic-ginger blends, peeled garlic cloves, vacuum-packed jar garlic, and mozzarella cheese – for foodservice, manufacturing, wholesale and private-label programmes. View the miscellaneous product range.
Certifications, Registrations & Assessments
International buyers need documentation, not promises. IBIC Group’s credentials are independently audited and verifiable. The exact wording from our certification documents is shown below.
Important note: certification coverage varies by product, activity, supplying entity and production site. The credentials below should be read alongside their applicable scopes. Please request the documentation relevant to your proposed order.
| Certification / Registration | Scope |
|---|---|
| ISO 9001:2015 | Quality Management System — Export of agricultural products, processing and distribution of fresh and frozen fruits & vegetables |
| ISO 22000:2018 | Food Safety Management System — Pre-cooling, sorting, packing, and freezing of vegetables and fruits |
| FSSC 22000 | Food Safety Management System — Pre-cooling, sorting, packing, and freezing of vegetables and fruits |
| GLOBALG.A.P. | Good Agricultural Practices — Fresh fruit and vegetable production |
| GRASP | GLOBALG.A.P. Risk Assessment on Social Practice — Social compliance assessment for agricultural operations |
| U.S. FDA | United States Food and Drug Administration Registration — Registration for food facility export to the United States |
| Kosher | Kosher Certification — Religious compliance for selected juice products |
For the full certificate holders, scopes and validity dates, visit our Certifications, Registrations & Assessments page.
Our Production Capabilities
IBIC Group’s manufacturing footprint is designed for B2B buyers who need scale, traceability and quality consistency.
IQF Processing Facility – Zifta, Gharbia
Our IQF processing facility sits on Tanta-Mit Ghamr Road, Zifta, Gharbia Governorate in the Nile Delta – one of Egypt’s most fertile agricultural zones. The site includes:
- Processing lines: IQF tunnels, washing, peeling, cutting, dicing, sorting and grading equipment.
- Cold storage: Temperature-controlled storage maintaining -18°C or below throughout the production and storage cycle.
- On-site quality labs: Pre-processing inspection, in-process checks, and pre-shipment verification.
- Packaging lines: Bulk cartons, drums, retail bags (down to 400g), and custom private-label formats.
Cold Chain and Export Logistics
The cold chain is maintained from our facilities through international shipping. We coordinate with established logistics partners to ensure temperature integrity through container pre-cooling, loading, ocean transit, and destination handling, with continuous temperature monitoring and full export documentation. For the cold-chain process step by step, read our guide to IQF technology.
Global Sales Network
Our international reach is supported by strategically located sales offices that understand local markets, regulations and buyer expectations:
- Italy (European Headquarters) – serving the European Union with deep knowledge of EU regulations, retailer compliance requirements, and buyer expectations.
- USA – managing North American accounts with expertise in FDA compliance and US market preferences.
- Russia & Eastern Europe – supporting partnerships across Russia, Eastern Europe and CIS countries.
Communication across cultures and languages is critical in international trade. Our export teams speak multiple languages, including English, Arabic, Italian and Russian, ensuring clear communication, accurate documentation and strong long-term relationships.
Why International B2B Buyers Choose IBIC
B2B buyers in food manufacturing, retail and foodservice choose IBIC Group for four reasons that show up across every shipment:
- Farm-to-facility control – direct relationships with selected Egyptian growers and farming partners, with documented traceability from field to shipment.
- Advanced IQF technology – Individually Quick Frozen processing at temperatures below -35°C, locking in colour, texture, flavour and nutritional value.
- Documented credentials – independently audited certifications and registrations that support your own compliance and market-access requirements.
- Flexible supply – bulk industrial containers, 10kg cartons, foodservice packs and 400g retail bags, all from one manufacturer, with private-label customisation available.
The La Vida Brand Promise
La Vida is more than a brand – it is our promise. In Spanish, “La Vida” means “Life,” and that is exactly what we deliver: the vibrant freshness of Egyptian produce, preserved at its peak and delivered with care. Every product bearing the La Vida name carries our commitment to quality from harvest to your hands. Private-label clients can choose between La Vida branded products and fully custom branding options through our Private Label programme.
Partner with IBIC Group
Whether you are sourcing IQF frozen fruit, evaluating private-label frozen food manufacturers, or building a long-term supply relationship with an Egyptian frozen food exporter, IBIC Group is ready to support your programme. Our export team responds to specification requests, sample enquiries, quotation requests and audit invitations.
IBIC Group manufactures and exports IQF frozen fruits, frozen vegetables, fruit purees, canned foods, grilled vegetables, and juice products from its facilities in Egypt’s Nile Delta. Products are sold under the La Vida brand and through private-label programmes to partners in 14+ countries.
IBIC Group is headquartered in Cairo, Egypt, and operates production facilities on Tanta-Mit Ghamr Road, Zifta, Gharbia Governorate, in the Nile Delta region. We also maintain commercial offices in Italy, the United States and Russia.
IBIC Group was founded in 2008 in Kafr El Sheikh, Egypt, and has been exporting internationally since 2010. We have served international B2B partners for more than 15 years.
IBIC Group exports to 14+ countries across Europe, North America, the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC), Russia, and Africa. Visit our Export Markets page for the current country list and product availability.
IBIC Group holds ISO 9001:2015 (Quality Management Systems), ISO 22000:2018 (Food Safety Management Systems), FSSC 22000 (Food Safety System), GLOBALG.A.P. (Good Agricultural Practices), GLOBALG.A.P. GRASP (Social Practice Assessment), U.S. FDA Food Facility Registration, and Kosher certification (for selected Belevini juices). Coverage varies by product, entity, site and activity – please request documentation relevant to your proposed order.
Yes. IBIC Group runs a comprehensive private-label programme covering product selection, custom packaging design, compliance labelling and full export logistics. Private-label orders are typically fulfilled from a minimum of one 40-foot container.
IBIC Group has an annual production capacity exceeding 5,000 metric tons across our frozen fruit and vegetable product lines.
Yes. IBIC Group welcomes qualified buyers to tour our facilities in Zifta, Gharbia, and we offer virtual facility tours for international partners who cannot travel. Contact our export team to arrange an inspection.
Minimum order quantities depend on product, packaging format and destination market. For private-label orders, the typical starting point is one 40-foot container. For branded La Vida orders, smaller quantities can be discussed with the sales team.
IBIC Group implements standardised 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, and our quality team reviews every production lot before release.
