Welcome to Uplegger Group

Consisting of companies specializing in sales, marketing and supply chain of chilled and frozen products across Europe.

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Everything Food

The companies owned by the Uplegger family with activities in the food industry are bundled in the Uplegger Group.

With more than 140 years of experience in the food industry the Uplegger family built a strong track record especially in sales and distribution of chilled and frozen products. With strong ties to brands and customers all across Europe, the companies of the group can deliver all services needed in sales, marketing, logistics, operations to develop successfully – both for branded and private label products.

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Uplegger Food
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140 years of experience, clear focus: Successfully launch and develop brands in grocery retail and foodservice. Exclusive sales, clear marketing, integrated supply chain – full service for a strong presence in Germany, Austria, and Switzerland.

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PL D Solutions

Project development, sales, supply chain - all your needs for private label and discount with one partner. PL D solutions is the one stop shop for successful private label projects. Both for retailers to scout new partners and projects and manufacturers who want to gain easy access to German, Austrian, or Swiss retail customers.

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fresh & store warehouse

Fresh & store warehouse markets and distributes chilled and frozen from the portfolio of the UPLEGGER GROUP to select customers in Germany and Austria.

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fresh & frozen logistic solutions

Level UP your supply chain! With 360° supply chain services Fresh & Frozen logistic Solutions delivers all services you need for a working supply chain. Leave warehousing, transport, value added services (including defrosting, daycoding, and repacking), demand planning to us, so you can focus on your core business.

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Maple Leaf Projects

Advertising – networking – sales: Maple Leaf Project offers consultancy, networking, sales and promotion activities for the food industry. With our well estabilshed network in Central and Eastern Europe we can give access to a wide variety of retail and wholesale customers. The keys to success are personal contacts and trustworthy collaboration. With 20 years of experience, the Maple Leaf Project offers valuable support for countries including the Czech Republic, Slovakia, Poland, Hungary, Romania, Bulgaria, Serbia, Croatia, Slovenia, the Baltic States (Estonia, Latvia, and Lithuania), and Ukraine.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Uplegger Group?

We are a group which is formed by companies owned by the Uplegger family. The individual companies have different areas of expertise, product focuses, customer groups and geographical markets. Together, they provide services in sales, marketing, project development, logistics, supply-chain management and operations for chilled and frozen food products. The group works with both branded products and private-label concepts.

Which companies belong to Uplegger Group?

We comprise Uplegger Food Company, PL D Solutions, fresh & store warehouse, Fresh & Frozen Logistic Solutions and Maple Leaf Projects. Each company has its own business model and focus.

Do all Uplegger Group companies offer the same services?

No. Our companies are specialized in different tasks, customers and markets. Uplegger Food Company develops branded products in Germany, Austria and Switzerland. PL D Solutions focuses on private label products for different retail customers. Fresh & store warehouse serves selected customers with branded products, while Fresh & Frozen Logistic Solutions delivers 360-degree supply-chain services. Maple Leaf Projects supports sales and market development in Central and Eastern Europe.

Which Uplegger Group company is responsible for branded food products?

Uplegger Food Company is the group company for launching and developing branded food products in Germany, Austria and Switzerland. It provides exclusive sales, marketing and integrated supply-chain services for grocery retail and foodservice. Its focus is on building the distribution, visibility and long-term market position of chilled and frozen food brands.

Which markets does Uplegger Food Company cover?

Uplegger Food Company operates in Germany, Austria and Switzerland. It supports international food manufacturers that want to launch, distribute or develop branded products in the DACH region. Its services cover grocery retail and foodservice and combine sales, marketing and supply-chain management within one organization.

Which Uplegger Group company manages private-label projects?

PL D Solutions specializes in private-label and discount projects for chilled and frozen products in Germany, Austria and Switzerland. The company supports retailers in identifying suitable manufacturers and developing new products. It also gives manufacturers access to retail and discount customers for private label concepts. Its services include project development, sales and supply-chain coordination.

How does PL D Solutions support retailers?

PL D Solutions supports retailers in developing and implementing private-label products. This includes identifying appropriate manufacturing partners, coordinating product projects and managing sales and supply-chain requirements. The company acts as a central contact for retailers looking for new suppliers, product concepts or implementation support in Germany, Austria and Switzerland.

How does PL D Solutions support food manufacturers?

PL D Solutions helps food manufacturers access private-label and discount customers in Germany, Austria and Switzerland. The company supports the development of suitable projects, communication with retail customers and the coordination of commercial and operational processes. This allows manufacturers to approach the DACH private-label market through a locally established partner.

What does fresh & store warehouse do?

Fresh & store warehouse markets and distributes chilled and frozen products from Uplegger Food Company portfolio to selected customers in Germany and Austria. Its activities concentrate on the commercial distribution of products within its defined customer network.

Which company provides logistics and supply-chain services?

Fresh & Frozen Logistic Solutions provides logistics and supply-chain services for chilled and frozen food products. Its services include warehousing, transport, demand planning and value-added services such as defrosting, day coding and repacking. Companies can use individual services or outsource broader supply-chain processes to Fresh & Frozen Logistic Solutions.

What are value-added services for chilled and frozen products?

Value-added services are additional operational processes that prepare products for distribution or sale. Fresh & Frozen Logistic Solutions provides services such as defrosting, day coding and repacking. These services complement warehousing and transport and help manufacturers and distributors adapt products to specific customer, market or retail requirements.

Does Uplegger Group work with branded and private-label products?

Yes. Our companies work with both branded and private-label food products. Uplegger Food Company focuses on the development of brands, while PL D Solutions specializes in private label and discount. Other group companies provide distribution, logistics and market-development services that can support different product and business models.

Does Uplegger Group specialize in chilled and frozen food?

Yes. Chilled and frozen food products are a central focus across our businesses. The companies combine experience in commercial development with the operational requirements of temperature-controlled products. Depending on the company, services include sales, marketing, distribution, warehousing, transport, demand planning and product-related value-added services.

How do I find the right Uplegger Group company for my project?

The right company depends on the type of product, project and target market. Branded products for the DACH region are handled by Uplegger Food Company. Private-label and discount projects belong to PL D Solutions. Fresh & store warehouse serves selected customers, Fresh & Frozen Logistic Solutions manages supply-chain services, and Maple Leaf Projects covers sales development in Central and Eastern Europe. In doubt: Reach out to us and we will get you in touch with the right partner.

Can several Uplegger Group companies work on the same project?

It may happen that several of our companies may contribute different areas of expertise to a project when their services complement one another. For example, a project may require commercial market development as well as logistics, warehousing or value-added services. The specific responsibilities depend on the product, business model, target customers and geographical market.

What experience does Uplegger Group have in the food industry?

Our family has more than 140 years of experience in the food industry. Its companies have developed particular expertise in the sales and distribution of chilled and frozen products. This experience covers relationships with food brands, manufacturers, retail customers and wholesale partners across different European markets.