Greek International Activities

THE COMPANY TODAY

  • Is equipped with the most up to date technology
  • The whole company, including the 4 factories, is certified to ISO 9001:2000 for Quality Management and to new international standard ISO 22000:2005 for Food Safety that includes the HACCP (Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points) system.
  • Has a big range of products and the brands, which are already widely known and synonymous to Greek biscuit (Papadopoulos Petit Beurre, Miranda, Papadopoulos Cream Crackers, Papadopoulos Sandwich biscuits, Caprice), have been enriched with new flavors. New brands have been also added to the company´s product portfolio, such as, Papadopoulos Cookies , Papadopoulos Multi cereal biscuits with 4 cereals, Papadopoulos Digestive, Mascot, Marie, Rondo, Papadopoulos Voutimata, Mama’s, Papadopoulos Butter cookies, Dolcini, Papadopoulos Cinnamon biscuits, Papadopoulos Speculoos biscuits, Papadopoulos Cheese Crackers, Papadopoulos Pick Crackers, Papadopoulos Batonettes, Papadopoulos Krakerakia, Twist, Papadopoulos Rusks, Krispies, Papadopoulos Mediterranean Taste and Papadopoulos Breadsticks.
  • Has received a number of awards in Greek and international trade fairs (Superbrand awards 2007 and 2005)
  • Employs about 1,000 persons
  • Ensures the wide distribution of its products through a network of 200 salesmen and merchandisers (sales representatives included)
  • Cooperates with about 2,000 wholesalers who strengthen the distribution of its products in all distribution channels.
  • Is the leader of the biscuit category with a market share of about 70% in volume, while holds a significant position in the bread substitutes segment.

OUR “CREDO”

  • Quality
    Continuous offer of products renowned for their quality which is traditionally the main priority of our company.
  • Innovation
    The company seeks to develop new, innovative ideas based on current trends and on the adoption of recent developments in every field (technology, R&D)
  • Respect
    To consumers and their needs for fine quality products that contribute to a daily balanced diet.

             Our company is inspired by the people’s love to pursue its vision:      
             Care, quality and healthy nutrition for the generations to come

OUR OBJECTIVES

The company’s strategic objectives are:

  • To maintain its leading position in the biscuit industry
  • To establish its position in the bread substitutes segment
  • To enter new markets with “added value” products
  • To further develop export activities

FINANCIAL DATA

In 2009, the company achieved sales of € 117 million, remaining at the same level as last year. Earnings before taxes (EBT): € 14,1 million.

In 2009, the company keeps its leading position in the biscuit industry, a dynamic presence, which is further enhanced by several product launches that aim to satisfy growing consumer needs. Ιn the bread substitutes segment the company holds the second position having gained a significant share in the rusks category. Moreover, the company continues its dynamic international strategy to increase its penetration in the Organized Retail sector of the European Markets.

  2008 (€ '000) 2009 (€ '000)
Totals Assets 147.055 155.750
Total Capital and Reserves 56.815 64.300
Total Liabilities 90.240 91.449
Turnover 117.663 116.999
Net Profit Before Taxes 13.268 14.093

 

Τhe Financial Statements for 2009 have been compiled in accordance with International Financial Reporting Standards (I.F.R.S.).

 

HUMAN RESOURCES

The company, which employs about 1000 people, is characterized by the consistent and sensitive way it handles the issues related to human resources. The human relations environment of the company allows the development of team working spirit, collaboration, initiatives and prospects of development and evolution.

The company, due to its industrial and commercial activities, covers almost all ranges of specialization both in administrative and technical-scientific personnel. The company executives, at all levels of hierarchy, are University or Technical College graduates and hold Master´s degrees from Greek or foreign universities.

The continuous training through educational programs and seminars is one of the company´s top priorities and one of the many ways to develop and promote the personnel’s skills and abilities and maintain the human resources´ strong competitive advantage.

COMPANY STRUCTURE