- Since 1930 -
PONTE GROUP
WHOLESALE / IMPORT / EXPORT / FOOD SERVICE
C&S PONTE WHOLESALE
The oldest division of Ponte Group, it was founded by Luigi Ponte in the late 1920's, who arrived as an immigrant from Italy.
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C&S Ponte Produce, is notably the oldest, continuous trading business at the Melbourne Central Market dating back to the historical Queen Victoria Market.
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This entity Wholesales to Retailers, Supermarkets and Food Service groups.
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Core products include Citrus, Potatoes, Onions, Melons and Tomatoes.
DIRECT HARVEST
Direct Harvest Company (DHCo) facilitates the International sector of the Group with offices in Melbourne and Singapore.
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DHCo primary export market is South East Asia and Maldives. Although fresh produce is the primary export, especially Citrus, Grapes and Stone Fruit, the range has been diversified to include Dairy and Alcohol.
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DHCo Imports from USA, South America, Italy and Egypt, sourcing Citrus, Kiwi Fruit and Avocadoes.
PROVINCIAL PRODUCE
PPA is a major Food Service Company servicing the Hospitality industry including Restaurants, Hotels, Age Care, Hospitals and Correctional Services.
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Our Product range is diverse including fresh and processed products. We can supply by the kilogram, case or bulk, distributing regional and national.
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The Distribution Centre is located four kilometres from Melbourne central.
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