UMAMI expands to Trinidad & Tobago through partnership with Massy

UMAMI, the Guyanese manufacturer of premium sauces and condiments, has announced its entry into the Trinidad and Tobago market through a strategic distribution partnership with Massy Distribution, marking a significant step in the company’s Caribbean expansion.

Under the arrangement, Massy Distribution will distribute UMAMI’s range of sauces across Trinidad and Tobago through its established retail, grocery, and food service channels, making the Guyanese brand available to consumers throughout the country for the first time.

The move reflects the growing momentum of Caribbean regional trade and highlights the increasing presence of Guyanese-manufactured products in key CARICOM markets.

H.E President Irfaan Ali, in welcoming the development, noted that the expansion of Guyanese agro-processed products into regional markets demonstrates the tangible impact of government policies aimed at strengthening local manufacturing and exports. The President emphasized that the removal of corporate taxes on agro-processing was intended to stimulate investment, expand production capacity, and position Guyana as a competitive supplier of value-added food products within the Caribbean.

“Trinidad and Tobago has one of the most dynamic and sophisticated food markets in the Caribbean,” said Mr. Chris Persaud, Director at UMAMI. “Partnering with Massy Distribution allows us to enter the market with a trusted regional leader that understands both the retail landscape and the preferences of Caribbean consumers. We are excited to bring the UMAMI brand and our distinctive flavors to Trinidad and Tobago.”

Mrs. Ambikah Mongroo, Executive Vice President for Massy Integrated Retail welcomed the partnership, noting that the company is pleased to introduce the UMAMI brand to consumers in Trinidad and

Tobago. “Massy Distribution is committed to bringing high-quality Guyanese products to the market, and UMAMI’s range of sauces represents an exciting addition to our portfolio. We believe Trinidad and Tobago consumers will appreciate the authentic Guyanese flavors and quality that the brand delivers,” she said.

UMAMI has established a strong reputation in Guyana and abroad for producing high-quality sauces using carefully selected local ingredients and modern food manufacturing facilities and standards. The company’s product portfolio includes a range of sauces and condiments designed to complement Caribbean cuisine and contemporary food trends.

The expansion represents an important milestone for the company as it continues to scale its manufacturing capabilities and grow its export footprint across the Caribbean region.

Massy Distribution, part of the Massy Group, is one of the Caribbean’s most recognized distribution companies, supplying leading international and regional brands to supermarkets, retailers, and the hospitality sector throughout Trinidad and Tobago.

Through this partnership, UMAMI products will soon be available on supermarket shelves across Trinidad and Tobago giving consumers access to a new range of bold Caribbean flavors produced in Guyana.

The company views the Trinidad and Tobago launch as a key step toward building UMAMI into a recognizable regional brand while demonstrating the opportunities created by Guyana’s policies to support agro-processing and value-added manufacturing (Press release)