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1964
1964Establishment
It's 1964. The brothers Haris M. Hadjikyriacos (left) and George M. Hadjikyriacos (right) decide to establish a cooperation for the manufacture of biscuits under the name "Hadjikyriacos Biscuit Industries".
1965
1965The First Biscuits
Commencement of production of the first biscuit factory in Cyprus, under the trade name "FROU FROU", located in the manufacturing sector of Engomi, Nicosia.
1967
1967The First Morning Coffee
The brothers begin production of the first Morning Coffee biscuits, the most popular biscuit in Cyprus to this day.
1969
1969Plant Expansion
Due to increasing demand, the brothers decide to expand the factory and invest in new machines. The plant is expanded successfully to accommodate the installation of the first large continuous "Hecrona" biscuit line from Germany and automatic packing machines. This improves efficiency and increases output.
1974
Turkish Invasion
The war affects the Company’s operations in occupied Famagusta and the Turkish Cypriot community. It also interrupted the operations of the "Galanos biscuit industry", a major competitor at the time.
1983
19832nd Generation & Separation
The second generation of the family, Alkis H. Hadjikyriacos who is the son of Haris M. Hadjikyriacos, assumes office. Following this, the two families decide to terminate their co-operation. The business is completely bought by Haris and his son, Alkis.
1985
1985Imports Division
Commencement for the development of a Company Imports Division.
1986
1986Exports Division
Intensification of export efforts on biscuits with corresponding growth in exports for the Company.
1993
1993Cadbury
Exclusive representation for the import, marketing and distribution of Cadbury International, England. The photograph depicts Alkis H. Hadjikyriacos holding a Cadbury Fruit & Nut box from the first shipment of Cadbury chocolates in Cyprus.
1997
Spinneys, Cyprus
Signing agreement to acquire Spinney's Cyprus Ltd, a distributor of international brands.
2002
Founding Golden Choice & Partnership with Bolton Group.
Founding and commencement of production for the first breakfast cereal factory in Cyprus under the brand name "Golden Choice" in Egkomi, Nicosia.
Beginning of our partnership with the "Bolton Group" controller of popular brands such as Rio Mare and Neutro Roberts.
2007
2007Factory Relocation
Relocation of the old factory located in the industrial area in Engomi, to the new one in the industrial area in Kokkinotrimithia. Following relocation, the company immediately commences production for biscuits and breakfast cereals at the new factory.
2010
2010Handy Snacks Ltd.
Expansion of the group's brand portfolio through an agreement to buy Handy Snacks Ltd, a Cypriot based company mainly specializing in the manufacturing of potato chips and extruded and expanded snacks.
2011
Paphos Expansion
Expansion of the Group's warehouse buildings in the province of Paphos to service the Paphos and Mountain regions of Cyprus.
2013
2013Mon Ami
Acquisition of the Mon Ami brand by Euryka, specializing in the production of jellies, desserts and creams. Mon Ami now operates under Handy Snacks Ltd.
2015
2015Company Anniversary
Historical anniversary for the first 50 years since the company's initial manufacturing operation, from 1965 to 2015. To celebrate this, the company launches a Limited Edition Retro Anniversary Tin filled with butter biscuits.
Acquisition of Bakandy's Indusrty, a Cypriot based company (and competitor at the time) specializing in the production of rusks, chocolates and biscuits. Today, Bakandy's operates under Handy Snacks Ltd.
2016
2016Elafrokoutalies Development
Commencement of production of the new ready-made refrigerated dessert unit Mon Ami "Elafokoutalies" and trial launch of the first products.
Passing of Haris M. Hadjikyriacos
The Honorary President and Founder of the Society, Mr. Haris M. Hadjikyriacos, has passed away.
2017
2017Photovoltaics
Installation photovoltaic panels to reduce energy costs and protect the environment.
2018
2018Factory Expansion
Commencement of factory expansion works to relocate Bakandy's industry and to assemble all our production activities.
Bio Greenlife
Production, certification and launch of new BioGreenlife organic wheat, wholewheat, rye and multigrain breads.
Machine Upgrading
Refurbishment and upgrading of machines for production of the Mon Ami desserts.
2019
Bakandys Factory Relocation
Relocation of all machinery from Bakandy's factory to the new factory extension in Kokkinotrimithia.
2020
Choco Morning Coffee Fingers, Digestive Zer0% & Traganata
Launch of new product Frou Frou Choco Morning Coffee Fingers, Frou Frou Digestive Zer0% & Bakandys Traganata with unprecedented success.
2021
Morning Coffee Chocos
Production and launch of the new Mega Brand Morning Coffee Chocos.
