TAIKO FOODS LTD

Taiko Foods Ltd’s export operation was launched in 2025, supplying premium UK-produced chilled convenience food into international markets. Built a reliable route to market for fresh sushi selections and sharing platters, combining manufacturing excellence, logistics control and strong customer partnerships.

They overcame post-Brexit trade barriers, SPS controls, customs complexity, short shelf-life pressures, transport volatility and first-year market entry challenges. By developing stronger export controls, documentation accuracy and chilled supply chain resilience, Taiko ensured dependable service and protected product quality.

Taiko established successful exports in year one, with exports reaching 5% of total sales revenue. Secured supply with BWG Foods, Tesco Ireland, Lidl Ireland and Musgraves, while creating a scalable platform for further international growth.

Cross-functional success driven by Taiko’s manufacturing, commercial, technical, logistics and customer teams, working closely with external transport, customs and compliance partners. Strong collaboration enabled rapid learning, continuous improvement and dependable delivery into new markets.

A proven export model now supports wider international expansion. With robust processes, trusted customer relationships and growing demand for premium convenience food, Taiko is well positioned to increase revenues, broaden product ranges and enter additional markets.