Sun World International LLC announced Oct. 30 that it has added six new licensees to its worldwide network. The new partners — spanning key production regions in Egypt and Chile — represent diverse business models, from vertically integrated exporters to long-standing family-owned farms.
“These partnerships reflect the kind of thoughtful growth that defines Sun World,” says Pablo Ramirez, vice president of global licensing. “We work intentionally to identify partners who share our values and uphold the integrity of our brands. Together, they strengthen our ability to deliver exceptional fruit to retailers and consumers across every region.”
Sun World says the new licensees are:
- Delipack Spa (Chile) — A family-owned company with more than 60 years in the fresh fruit industry, Delipack manages 1,000-plus hectares of production and is recognized for its quality, innovation and sustainable practices serving global markets.
- Cairo 3A for Agricultural and Animal Production (Egypt) — A vertically integrated supplier of produce through advanced farming, postharvest and distribution systems across Egypt and the Middle East and North Africa region.
- ITAMCO for Agricultural Development (Egypt) — Established in 1991, ITAMCO (GB Farms) cultivates more than 2,000 acres of grapes and mangoes and is known for its focus on traceability, environmental stewardship and export quality.
- Al-Bustania Agricultural Development Company (Egypt) — A leading grower and exporter serving major European retailers, Al-Bustania operates extensive acreage and multiple certified packing facilities across Egypt.
- Nivex for Agricultural Investment and Export (Egypt) — A second-generation family enterprise specializing in fruit production and export to retailers across the European Union and the United Kingdom.
- Geofrut (Chile) — Founded in 1991, Geofrut manages more than 1,500 hectares of owned farmland and collaborates with 180-plus producers, supplying fruit to markets worldwide through a strong commitment to sustainability and traceability.
Each new partner will market Sun World’s signature grape brands tailored to their regions’ growing conditions and retail markets. As part of the Sun World licensee network, they’ll receive agronomic support as well as access to proprietary breeding insights and marketing tools to help drive long-term success, the company says.
“By expanding across both hemispheres, we’re not just growing our footprint — we’re strengthening the reliability and reach of Sun World fruit for retailers and consumers everywhere,” says Petri van der Merwe, vice president of global licensing. “This balance allows us to deliver premium quality 12 months a year, from our vines to the global marketplace.”
