Carmelo Abela is one of the oldest food importation companies in Malta, behind a vast line of top products on consumer shelves across the islands. The company is equipped to store and distribute food products of all temperatures, and has established a reputation locally for its after-sale service and expertise in the food industry.
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OVERVIEW
Innovation and expertise you can trust
A steady year-on-year growth backed by generations of experience in the food and beverage distribution industry.
Our Mission
We strive to continue positioning ourselves at the forefront of its industry, using the same mission that has been passed on for generations, to direct our efforts to marketing premium brands that consumers and professionals can't live without.
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The food industry is rapidly changing and yesterday's business model does not always apply tomorrow. It's because of this that Carmelo Abela has survived for almost a centuary and will continue to go where the market takes it.
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The company originated in 1932 when founders Carmelo and Giovanna Abela distributed food in Malta's war-damaged capital, Valletta. From this, developed a family wholesale business distributing food to retail outlets across the islands.
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Importing and distributing a range of high profile brands from around the globe.
For decades our company has been importing and distributing goods from all over the world, ranging from EU countries such as Italy and Holland to the UK and America. Our temperature-controlled storage facilities cater for chilled, dry, and frozen products.
We go beyond sales to sharing knowledge of the food industry we have established over the years. From supermarkets, mini markets, convenience shops to caterers, restaurants and hotels, our clientele value us for our vast expertise in the sector.
OUR VALUES
What make us different
Our partners come first
Maintaining a long-lasting, proactive relationship with both our customers and suppliers has always been our priority.
Constant improvement
Communication is everything. We are regularly reaching out to clients and suppliers to see how our services can be improved.
Next day delivery
We value the importance of every order and make it our priority to ensure that our clients receieve their products in minimal time.
Brands we believe in
Carmelo Abela only imports certified brands. High quality brands that have made their way to the top of the local food industry.
Technology and data
We are constantly analysing trends and improving systems to ensure that we are always at the forefront of our industry.
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“We've invested our life in growing this company and its employees.”
Pierre Abela | Steve Abela
ABOUT US
Our Team. Our extended family.
We strongly believe in the values that come with being a family-run business and are proud to have shared these values with all our employees.
history
Over 100 years of experience
A vast amount of knowlede and expertise was past on from generation to generation and although company processes have adapted to the times the roots of Carmelo Abela remain the same.
