LT Foods, the 70-year-old Indian-origin global FMCG Company in the consumer food space, has announced that its organic business arm, Nature Bio Foods Limited, has forayed into the Business-to-Consumer (B2C) segment in Europe with the inauguration of a new facility in Maasvlakte, Rotterdam.
The move is a part of LT Foods’ strategic growth roadmap, which aims to diversify its go-to-market approach by entering the Business-To-Consumer (B2C) segment, thereby complementing its strong Business-To-Business (B2B) foundation. This expansion reinforces Nature Bio Foods’ position as one of the leaders of the organic movement globally and deepens its commitment to bridging the gap from ‘Farm to Folk’, bringing sustainably grown organic ingredients from India, Africa, and beyond, directly to consumers and brands in Europe.
The initial Capital Expenditure (CAPEX) for this new facility is in the tune of Rs. 20 crores. The company would be investing another Rs. 15 crores over the next 3 years. Spread over 20,000 square meters, the new facility is strategically located at the ‘Port of Rotterdam’, which is widely considered as the “Gateway to Europe” for logistics due to its strategic location, extensive infrastructure, and role as a major hub for maritime and inland transportation.
The new facility boasts of four CO₂ pressure treatment chambers for chemical-free disinfestation. It possesses three cleaning and processing lines with one for seed, one for grains and one for bulk loading for industries. The new facility has advanced retail packaging lines with an annual handling of 15,000 MT. It has a storage capacity for 15,000 pallets and a smart warehouse system aligned with the company’s sustainability goals.
The facility will handle a wide range of dry organic products including Organic rice, pulses, superfoods, oilseeds like flaxseed, sesame, buckwheat, chia, quinoa, sorghum, and cashews, all ready for mainstream consumers across Europe. The company has already attracted interest from major retailers in Germany and the Benelux region. With this new capability, the company will not only continue sourcing from India and Africa but also expand its procurement from over 20 countries worldwide, delivering premium organic ingredients to European shelves.
Speaking on the occasion, Mr. Ashwani Arora, Managing Director and CEO, LT Foods said, “The move is a bold step toward strengthening a traceable, efficient, and climate-conscious organic supply chain in Europe. It is a proactive approach to expand the business and create a replica of the successful India model across geographies. This will further help LT Foods scale up the growth from the organic segment. This expansion not only reinforces LT Foods’ commitment to responsible sourcing and environmental stewardship, but also positions us to unlock significant growth potential from the organic segment in key international markets.”
Sharing his views, Mr. Rohan Grover, CEO, Nature Bio Foods Limited, said, “With this expansion, our universe has just become bigger. We’re proud to have built a world-class facility far from home, with the best technology and the right talent to drive our mission forward. We are now poised to make an even bigger contribution to the € 45 billion organic market in the European Union. The company expects to see revenue acceleration beginning FY 2026-27, with an anticipated additional ₹400 crores in revenue over the next five years, driven by this strategic investment.”
