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Introduction 

Founded in 1998, Norwest Foods International Ltd. set its ambitions high with the desire to become a market leader in the import and export of fresh and frozen meat. Whilst our initial trading activity focused on trade between the UK and the EU, this approach combined with our reputation, experience, and reliability, has allowed us to build a strong and reputable presence trading across all continents. We pride ourselves on our reputation as a trusted trading partner which is evident given our continuous international growth.

 

Our head office, based in Knutsford, United Kingdom, controls all administrative elements of the company whilst providing a base for our UK commercial team. In addition, given the importance of our international business, we also have commercial representation in Ireland, Spain, Romania, Bulgaria, Poland, Morocco, Asia and South America. 

Throughout our history we have seen continued growth and success, a result of the constant evolution and improvement of the services we can offer. This is made possible by utilising the skillsets of a strong and passionate team of individuals across our commercial, technical, logistics and finance departments.


Passion, commitment, professionalism, collaboration, and continuous development. These are our 5 core company values and demonstrate our understanding of the importance Norwest Foods has in the international supply of meat products. Propelled from our board of directors, everyone at Norwest is committed to the importance of service, reputation, value, and delivery of quality and safe food.

Our Core Values 

Passion. Commitment. Professionalism. Collaboration. Continuous Development.

Norwest strives to continuously develop the business, people and process through innovation and embracing market changes and demands.

The Norwest team will work in a professional manner with honesty and integrity developing trust and build strong relationships.

As a privately owned business our purpose, trust, and respect is evident.

Combined with our passion we endeavour to make the difference.

Taking ownership and committing to providing our business partners the highest level of service. Professionalism. Collaboration. Continuous Development.

Our Offices 

United Kingdom 

Our UK head office, based in Knutsford Cheshire, controls all administrative elements of the business in addition to housing our UK commercial team.


Due to rapid growth, we increased and renovated our office space in 2021. This not only provides a fantastic working environment for our UK employees but also futureproofs the business with capacity for further expansion. 


Given the importance of international trade, we have commercial representation in multiple locations across Europe, Africa, South America & Asia.

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Our Journey So Far

1998

NORWEST FOODS INTERNATIONAL IS FOUNDED

Norwest Foods was established with an office in UK and Ireland. The core activity was procurement from the EU and Ireland for sale throughout the UK and EU.

2003

NORWEST FOODS INTERNATIONAL OPEN POLAND

Located in Warsaw as a reaction to Poland entering the EU, enabling sales and procurement in Eastern Europe.

2005

NORWEST FOODS OPENS AN OFFICE IN SPAIN

Norwest Spain was established to increase the supply of Spanish pork for sale throughout the UK and Europe. 

2011

NORWEST FOODS INTERNATIONAL OPEN IN BULGARIA

With sales continuing to grow Bulgaria adding to our network in East Europe.

2014

NORWEST FOODS INTERNATIONAL OPEN IN CHINA

The company expanded sales into Asia allowing further growth focused on EU supply.  

2017

NORWEST FOODS INTERNATIONAL OPEN IN ROMANIA

Strong EU growth enabled us to open Romania adding further supply and sales in East Europe

2018

NORWEST FOODS INTERNATIONAL OPEN MOROCCO

Establishing Morocco assisted in bringing together trading links across the EU and W. Africa. 

2021

NORWEST FOODS INTERNATIONAL - HQ 

Due to rapid growth, we increased and renovated our head office space in 2021. Providing a fantastic working environment for our UK employees

2023

NORWEST FOODS INTERNATIONAL OPEN ARGENTINA

Norwest Argentina is established to assist in handling the increased business in South America. 

2023

NORWEST FOODS INTERNATIONAL OPEN EGYPT

Norwest Foods open in Egypt with a view to grow trade in Africa and the Middle East on meat, fish and seafood products.

2023

NORWEST FOODS INTERNATIONAL SET NEW RECORDS

Through the hard work of our team, we were able to set another record year of trading by surpassing £200m in revenue. 

2024

NORWEST FOODS INTERNATIONAL OPEN BRAZIL 

In 2024, Norwest Foods continued their growth by opening an Brazil office bringing expertise and support for our Brazil business

2024

NORWEST FOODS INTERNATIONAL OPEN SOUTH KOREA

Norwest strengthen customer relationships in South Korea by establishing both a strong commercial and logistical presence. 

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