Standards That Protect Origin and Flavor
At Mare Nostrum, quality is not a claim.
It is the structure that protects authenticity, consistency, and trust across every product we create.
Rooted in Mediterranean heritage and supported by modern quality systems, our approach ensures that each ingredient is handled with care, transparency, and full traceability. Quality exists not to standardize flavor, but to preserve it as it was shaped by origin.
Our operations align with internationally recognized management and food safety standards, verified through independent certification bodies. These systems support every stage of our work, from sourcing and processing to preservation and delivery.
ISO 9001:2015 Quality Management System
The ISO 9001:2015 Quality Management System certification confirms that Mare Nostrum operates under a structured and continuously improving quality framework.
This system supports disciplined decision-making, consistency in processes, and a clear focus on reliability. It ensures that quality is managed proactively, not corrected after the fact.
Through ISO 9001:2015, Mare Nostrum demonstrates its commitment to transparency, traceability, and continuous refinement across all operational stages.
Quality, in this context, is not an outcome.
It is a managed responsibility.
ISO 10002:2018 Customer Satisfaction Management System
The ISO 10002:2018 Customer Satisfaction Management System certification reflects our structured approach to understanding, addressing, and learning from feedback.
This system ensures that communication is handled with clarity, responsiveness, and accountability. Feedback is treated as a source of insight, not interruption.
By implementing ISO 10002:2018, Mare Nostrum reinforces its commitment to long-term trust, consistency, and meaningful customer relationships.
ISO 27001:2022 Information Security Management System
The ISO/IEC 27001:2022 Information Security Management System certification confirms that Mare Nostrum safeguards information with the same discipline applied to product quality.
From commercial documentation to partner and customer data, all information is protected through structured policies, controlled access, and secure digital infrastructure.
This certification reflects our responsibility to operate with integrity, confidentiality, and accountability in an increasingly digital trade environment.
ISO 22000:2018 Food Safety Management System
The ISO 22000:2018 Food Safety Management System certification ensures that food safety is embedded into every stage of Mare Nostrum’s operations.
Potential risks are identified, prevented, and controlled systematically, from raw material sourcing to final shipment. Hygiene, traceability, and control are non-negotiable elements of our process.
This system supports a strong food safety culture that protects both product integrity and consumer trust across international markets.
Our Quality Philosophy
At Mare Nostrum, quality is understood as a continuous discipline rather than a final checkpoint.
It is shaped through careful sourcing, controlled preservation, and responsible handling, ensuring that Mediterranean character is preserved without compromise.
Core Principles of Our Quality Policy
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Precision and Care
Every stage, from selection to preservation, is managed with attention and restraint.
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Continuous Improvement
Processes are regularly reviewed and refined to maintain consistency and relevance.
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Legal & Ethical Compliance
All operations fully comply with applicable international food safety and trade regulations.
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Knowledge and Responsibility
Teams operate with awareness, training, and accountability toward quality and safety.
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Sustainability & Safety
Responsible sourcing, environmental awareness, and occupational safety are integral to our operations.
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Full Traceability
Every product is managed with complete transparency, supported by secure digital records from origin to delivery.
Quality at Mare Nostrum exists to protect what the Mediterranean creates.
Nothing more. Nothing less.
Quality protects today. Sustainability protects tomorrow.
At Mare Nostrum, standards exist not only to ensure consistency, but to support long-term responsibility. How ingredients are sourced, handled, and preserved defines not just product integrity, but environmental and social impact.
Quality is the foundation.
Sustainability is its continuation.