About BACEA

Our Story

Our Origins

From farm to fork,
across the world

BACEA Foods Pacific Pty Ltd (BACEA) is an Australian company operating in the agriculture and food & beverage industries. Established by Norwegian entrepreneurs with a passion for premium quality food & beverages and sustainability.

BACEA is based in Melbourne serving the Australian and international market. We have an affiliate company in Sri Lanka named Starch Fruits & Beverages (Pvt) Ltd (STFB) with head office in Colombo and regional office in Norway.

The group operates a vertically integrated value chain including cultivation on its own plantations, contract farming, manufacturing, supply chain management, marketing, sales, and distribution.

Farm workers harvesting in green fields
Melbourne
Head Office
Australia
Colombo
STFB Affiliate
Sri Lanka
Norway
Regional Office
Europe
Global
International
Distribution
"Innovation – Change – Impact"
The BACEA Philosophy

Direction & Purpose

Our Mission Statement

Vision
Become a carbon neutral agriculture and food processing company, establishing an international standard for carbon footprint minimization.
Mission
To supply high quality, sustainable foods and beverages. Develop a best-in-class example of international cooperation focusing on sustainability, long term growth, and win-win solutions.
Business Goal
To be one of the most prominent and influential food companies in the world by reducing environmental impact, empowering farmers, and reaching net zero carbon footprint.
Our Purpose
Develop the future industry standards in sustainable agriculture, food, and beverages leaving a lasting, positive legacy.
Operational Goal
Become a leading supplier of sustainable, healthy, fresh, frozen and dried fruits, vegetables, nuts, snacks and beverages.
Philosophy
Use high-quality, natural ingredients produced sustainably, pay attention to customers, and never compromise on taste.
"We are a sustainable company established to offer tasty, healthy foods, produced for a better world."
BACEA Foods

From Farm to Fork

Vertically integrated
value chain

Our business model involves developing a vertically integrated value chain from farm to fork focusing on transparency, efficiency, sustainability, quality, profitability, and stakeholder value.

01
Cultivation
Own plantations and contract farming partnerships across Australia and Sri Lanka
02
Manufacturing
Processing and production with zero-waste standards and quality controls
03
Supply Chain
Precision-driven logistics, cold chain management, and quality assurance
04
Marketing & Sales
Premium brand management and global market development
05
Distribution
Retail and HORECA channels across Australia and international markets
Supply chain management and logistics

Who We Serve

Distribution channels

BACEA serves retail and HORECA clients through direct sales and via distributors.

Retail
  • Medium and high-end supermarkets
  • Retail and grocery stores
  • Specialty & organic food and beverage stores
  • Convenience stores and delis
  • Gas station shops and kiosks
HORECA
  • Hotels & resorts — restaurants, minibars, pool bars
  • Premium restaurants, cafes, bars & beach clubs
  • VIP weddings & private events
  • Food service and vending in airports, offices, commercial buildings
  • Universities

Ethics & Community

Focus on people

Sustainability and Social Responsibility are cornerstones of our business philosophy. We encourage, promote, and support community development, gender equality, and fairtrade across our operations.

Rural Community Support
Programs supporting development of rural communities and creating new opportunities for local farmers.
Education Opportunities
Providing education opportunities for children in the communities where we operate.
Women's Empowerment
Empowerment and active recruitment of women across our value chain.
Orphanage Initiatives
Supporting orphanage initiatives in our operating regions across Sri Lanka.
Sri Lankan children

Corporate Governance

Built on transparency
& accountability

Our principles for good corporate governance shall build a foundation for long-term stakeholder value.

Articles & Bylaws
Our Articles of Association establish our structure, rules, and organization.
Governance Principles
Our Corporate Governance Principles are adopted to establish a common set of expectations to assist the Board and committees in performing their duties.
Code of Conduct
Our employees shall conduct themselves to the highest standards of ethics, integrity, and behaviour in their dealings with clients, suppliers, management, co-workers, and external stakeholders.