Polmlek Group, headquartered in Pułtusk, Poland, is one of Central and Eastern Europe’s largest private dairy and beverage conglomerates. With a vertically integrated structure, a multi-plant production network, and a diversified brand portfolio, Polmlek plays a critical role in Poland’s agri-food export sector. The company is known for its innovation, product quality, and expansive distribution both domestically and internationally.
Core Business and Product Lines
Polmlek Group’s extensive product portfolio spans dairy, beverages, and functional ingredients, catering to retail, foodservice, and industrial sectors:
Dairy Products:
- UHT Milk and Creams
- Cheese: Hard, soft, processed, mozzarella, cottage
- Yogurts and Dairy Desserts
- Butter and Spreads
- Dairy Ingredients: Skimmed and full-cream milk powders, whey powder, WPC (whey protein concentrate)
Juices and Beverages:
Through acquisitions and development of beverage brands, Polmlek operates a strong juice and nectar segment:
- Fortuna: Premium juices and smoothies
- Garden: Nectars, fruit drinks
- Pysio: Children’s juice and snack drinks
- Jak Mus: Pureed fruit-based drinks and squeezables
These brands are leaders in the Polish juice market and expanding across Europe and Asia.
Manufacturing Capabilities and Infrastructure
Polmlek Group operates 16 production facilities across Poland, equipped with modern processing lines for dairy and fruit beverage manufacturing. Capabilities include:
- UHT aseptic processing
- Yogurt fermentation and cup filling lines
- Cheese aging cellars and ripening chambers
- High-volume juice bottling and aseptic pouch filling
- Spray-drying towers for dairy powders and functional proteins
Annual milk processing capacity exceeds 1 billion liters, making Polmlek one of the top milk processors in the region.
Certifications and Quality Assurance
To ensure global market access and product safety, Polmlek maintains:
- ISO 22000
- IFS Food
- BRC Global Standards
- Kosher and Halal Certifications
- Organic (EU) Compliant Lines
Each factory has its own quality control lab, enabling product-specific compliance and traceability.
Market Reach and Export Strategy
Polmlek Group exports to over 40 countries, with key markets including:
- Germany, France, Italy
- China, Vietnam, South Korea
- UAE, Saudi Arabia, Egypt
- USA and Canada
Products are exported under the group’s own brands and as private-label solutions for global retailers. The group also supplies functional dairy ingredients to industrial food producers and nutrition companies worldwide.
Brands and Market Segmentation
- Polmlek: Core dairy brand across multiple categories
- Fortuna: Flagship juice brand, known for premium quality and innovation
- Pysio & Jak Mus: Kids-focused, fruit-based drinkable snacks
- Garden: Economical range of nectars and drinks
- Serwar: Specialized cheese brand distributed in Eastern Europe and beyond
Each brand is strategically positioned to serve specific demographic, price, and market channels.
Innovation and R&D
Polmlek continuously invests in:
- Functional dairy proteins: For sports and medical nutrition
- Lactose-free and plant-based dairy alternatives
- Probiotic-enriched yogurts
- Juice innovations: Low sugar, functional blends, smoothie lines
The company collaborates with Polish research institutes to test and scale new formulations.
Sustainability and CSR
- Sustainable Farming Partnerships: With over 8,000 local dairy farms
- Energy Efficiency: Plants utilize renewable and co-generated energy sources
- Waste Reduction: Circular use of whey by-products and recyclable packaging
- Community Programs: Support for local schools, dairy education, and health campaigns
Polmlek’s commitment to sustainability supports both environmental goals and long-term supply chain resilience.
Key Achievements
- Among the Top 3 largest privately held dairy groups in Poland
- Owner of Poland’s most recognized juice brands
- Processing capacity exceeding 1 billion liters of milk per year
- Export partner to major European retailers and food manufacturers
Polmlek Group stands as a symbol of quality and innovation in European agri-food processing—successfully blending tradition, technology, and global ambition to serve diverse markets with trusted dairy and beverage solutions.
