Our History

 

 

Since 2011, we have been a prominent international manufacturing entity specializing in the production and distribution of alternative dairy products and become one of Europe's largest Dairy Supplier.

 

 

KEY MILESTONES

 

2011: 

Start of our first manufacturing and processing Facilty of Imitation Cheese types in Thessaloniki - Greece.

Enhancement of quality standards through ISO 22000 Standard for Food Safety certification.

Commencement production of Imitation Mozzarella Cheese and Imitation Kashkaval Cheese in Blocks, Shredded and Sliced shapes.

 

2012: 

Expansion of global reach through exports to Africa and the company obtained the HACCP certification, ensuring the safety and quality of its products.

Commencement production of Imitation Edam and Gouda Cheese in Blocks, Shredded and Sliced shapes.

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2013: 

We secured the Halal certification, aligning our products with the dietary requirements of Muslim consumers.

Commencement production of Imitation White & Red Cheddar Cheese in Blocks, Shredded and Sliced shapes.

 

2014: 

Additionally, we expanded our market reach to North America with our inaugural export.

Commencement production of Imitation Emmental & Maasdam Cheese in Blocks, Shredded and Sliced shapes.

 

2015: 

Furthermore, we embarked on our first export to South America.

Commencement production of Imitation Feta & Parmesan Cheese in Blocks, Shredded and Sliced shapes.

 

2016: 

Enhancement of quality standards through BRCGS Global Standard for Food Safety certification.

 

2017: 

Our first export was made to Oceania.

Start of our second manufacturing and processing Faciltiy of Vegan Cheese types in Thessaloniki - Greece.

Enhancement of quality standards through IFS Food certification.

 

2018: 

Production of Vegan Mozzarella Cheese in Blocks, Shredded and Sliced shapes commenced.

Production of Vegan Kashkaval Cheese in Blocks, Shredded and Sliced shapes commenced.

 

2019: 

We secured the Kosher certification, aligning our products with the dietary requirements of Jewish consumers.

 

2020: 

Production of Vegan Edam & Gouda Cheese in Blocks, Shredded and Sliced shapes commenced.

Production of Vegan Emmental & Maasdam Cheese in Blocks, Shredded and Sliced shapes commenced.

 

2021: 

Production of Vegan White & Red Cheddar Cheese in Blocks, Shredded and Sliced shapes commenced.

The Company introduced its international clientele to a diverse range of alternative dairy products under the Gran Maestro Cheese brand.

 

2022: 

We participated as an exhibitor at SIAL 2022 in Paris, France.

Production of Vegan Feta & Parmesan Cheese in Blocks, Shredded and Sliced shapes commenced.

 

2023:

Establishment of our Sales - Marketing Office in Monsummano - Terme, Italy.

We participated as an exhibitor at Marca 2023 in Bologna, Italy.

Establishment of our central distribution Warehouse in Thessaloniki - Greece.

 

2024:

Start of our third manufacturing and processing Faciltiy of Cheese Blends in Thessaloniki - Greece.

Commenced production of Shredded Cheese Blends for Mozzarella, Kashkaval, Edam, Gouda, White Cheddar, Red Cheddar, such as;

Economic.     30% Natural Cheese - 70% Imitation Cheese

Classic           50% Natural Cheese - 50% Imitation Cheese

Premium       70% Natural Cheese - 30% Imitation Cheese

 

2025:

Commenced production of Shredded Cheese Blends for Emmental, Maasdam and Parmesan Cheese types in different quality levels, such as;

Economic.     30% Natural Cheese - 70% Imitation Cheese

Classic           50% Natural Cheese - 50% Imitation Cheese

Premium       70% Natural Cheese - 30% Imitation Cheese

Facilities
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Team Members
99
Team Members
Categories
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Products
62
Products
Customers
116
Customers
Quality

Quality

ELNIRA’s office, production, and warehouse facilities undergo rigorous audits and certifications by esteemed certification organizations.
Trustworthy

Trustworthy

Since 2011, we have established ourselves as a reliable, transparent, equitable, competent, and trustworthy supplier to our global partners.
Ambitious

Ambitious

In addition to the four continents and 116 countries currently served by our 62 diverse products, we are actively pursuing expansion of our global presence.
Dynamic

Dynamic

We meticulously monitor global consumer trends on a monthly basis, enabling us to make timely adjustments to our brand and product offerings.
Strategic

Strategic

We are continuously expanding our global sales and marketing strategy to guarantee that we have a single partner in every country.