Business Lines

Sugar

Global Highlights

LDC is a global leader in raw and white/refined sugar origination and merchandizing.

The Journey of Sugar

Top 4

We are one of the world’s top 4 sugar merchandizers, transporting and marketing sugar to key consumer markets.

Bonsucro-certified

We are certified to supply Bonsucro-certified sugar through Bonsucro’s Chain of Custody Standard.

A Leading Exporter in Brazil

We are among the top 4 exporters of Brazilian sugar, supported by our intermodal terminal in Pederneiras and the TEAG export terminal in Santos.

About Sugar

As one of the world’s top sugar merchandizers, we originate, process and distribute raw and refined sugar to key consumer markets globally.

Our operations span the full value chain – from sustainable sourcing to strategic logistics and data-driven market intelligence – ensuring responsive, reliable and responsible supply to our customers.

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Our Sugar Value Chain

Each of our business lines is integrating further across the five steps of our value chain, as we respond to the need for a traceable and responsible supply line from farmer to consumer.

01Originate & Produce

We share our expertise with farmers and producers worldwide, ourselves or with business partners and expert organizations, as part of our commitment to responsible, sustainable and traceable supply chains.

02Process & Refine

Once bought or harvested, we bring crops to our clients’ assets for the next stage in their journey. These are ethically and sustainably processed and refined, coming one step closer to the consumer.

03Store & Transport

Our strategically located network of silos, warehouses, transloading facilities and ports allows us to transport raw or refined sugar between mills, refineries, and distributors around the world.

04Research & Merchandize

Our depth of marketing and merchandizing experience is our greatest strength. All our platforms and regions rely on our market knowledge to ensure responsive supply.

05Customize & Distribute

We supply products to a wide range of customers, from large multinationals to local manufacturers and retailers.

01Originate & Produce

02Process & Refine

03Store & Transport

Our strategically located network of silos, warehouses, transloading facilities and ports allows us to transport raw or refined sugar between mills, refineries, and distributors around the world.

04Research & Merchandize

Our depth of marketing and merchandizing experience is our greatest strength. All our platforms and regions rely on our market knowledge to ensure responsive supply.

05Customize & Distribute

We supply products to a wide range of customers, from large multinationals to local manufacturers and retailers.

Our Strengths in Ukraine

Ukraine is an important sugar producer in the Black Sea region.

We originate, transport and ship sugar, mainly to international clients across the former Soviet Union.

In 2019, LDC became one of Ukraine’s main actors in the export of beet sugar to international markets.

Our leading position is supported by best-in-class sugar market intelligence and risk management practices.

Committed to Sustainability

We are committed to promoting best practices in sugarcane cultivation and processing. Our sustainability initiatives focus on key performance indicators such as deforestation prevention, human and labor rights, and responsible production. We are proud to be Bonsucro-certified and actively support the adoption of its standards across our supply chain.

Sustainability at LDC