Napolina Pasta

Napolina is a prominent Italian food brand that has become a staple in many kitchens, particularly in the United Kingdom. Founded in 1965 by Marino Iandiorio, the brand was born from a desire to bring the authentic flavors of Naples to a global audience. The name 'Napolina' itself literally translates to 'little Naples,' reflecting its deep-rooted heritage in the culinary traditions of southern Italy.

While the brand maintains a strong Italian identity and sources many of its key ingredients like tomatoes and durum wheat from Italy, its corporate journey has seen it change hands several times. Today, Napolina is a market leader in categories such as canned tomatoes, olive oils, and pasta. The brand's products are widely distributed across Europe and are synonymous with high-quality, accessible Italian cooking staples.

Currently, Napolina is owned by Princes Group, a major international food and drink company. Princes Group was long a subsidiary of the Japanese conglomerate Mitsubishi Corporation. However, in a significant move for the brand's future, it was announced that Newlat Food S.p.A., an Italian industrial group, would acquire Princes Group, effectively returning the brand's ultimate ownership to Italian hands.