Eastern Bakery, a leading Bahrain-based producer of baked goods and ready-to-eat meals and a proud division of Hasan & Habib Sons of Mahmood Co. W.L.L (HHM Group), has successfully achieved FSSC 22000 and ISO 22000:2018 certification from SGS.
This accomplishment reconfirms the company’s dedication to delivering high-quality food products backed by internationally recognized food safety standards.
Certification Scope
The certification scope covers the production of Cake, Bread Products and Ready-to-Eat Hot & Cold Food Meals Packed in LDPE Packets.
About Eastern Bakery
Based in Manama, Eastern Bakery is a family-owned business and a trusted supplier to the catering and hospitality sector in Bahrain. In partnership with Fine Foods and Advanced Bakery Solutions, the bakery produces a wide range of artisanal baked goods, including ciabattas, pan loaves, pastries, cookies, cakes, donuts and specialty breads using premium ingredients and traditional baking methods.
Driven by quality and powered by a legacy of craftsmanship, Eastern Bakery continues to set a benchmark for excellence, consistency, and product safety in the region.
Understanding the Standards
FSSC 22000 is a globally recognized scheme based on ISO 22000 and additional prerequisite program (PRP) requirements. Widely adopted by leading food manufacturers worldwide, it provides a thorough framework to manage food safety hazards, enhance compliance and build consumer confidence.
Through structured controls, risk prevention tools and continuous verification steps, FSSC 22000 helps organizations maintain end-to-end food safety integrity across their facilities.
ISO 22000:2018 defines the requirements for an effective food safety management system, integrating key elements such as Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), traceability, communication and system-wide controls. It ensures that food businesses identify, prevent and control potential hazards at every stage, from raw materials to finished products, improving regulatory compliance and overall performance.
Key Benefits for Eastern Bakery
The certifications deliver meaningful improvements across food safety, operations and market positioning. Some of the key benefits include:
- Enhanced Customer Confidence - Strengthens Eastern Bakery’s reputation as a reliable provider of safe and high-quality baked goods and ready-to-eat meals. The certifications reassure consumers and partners that every product is prepared under strict and internationally recognized food safety controls.
- Systematic Operations - Improves workflow consistency, documentation accuracy and daily process discipline. This structured approach reinforces a strong food safety culture across the facility and ensures teams operate with clarity, control and accountability.
- Market Differentiation - Positions Eastern Bakery as a standout supplier within Bahrain’s competitive catering and hospitality sectors. Certification-backed credibility supports new business opportunities and builds trust with clients across the region.
- Regulatory Compliance - Ensures full adherence to Bahrain’s regulatory requirements and global food safety expectations. This reduces the likelihood of non-conformities or product issues and supports the long-term sustainability of the bakery’s food safety management system.
SGS audit was a highly valuable learning experience for our team. As we moved through each stage, we gained deeper insights into the standards’ requirements, which helped us strengthen our implementation and ensure long-term sustainability.
Congratulations to Eastern Bakery. Their commitment and active employee involvement reflect a mature, forward-thinking approach to food safety; setting a new benchmark for baked goods and ready-meal producers in Bahrain.
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About SGS
SGS is the world’s leading Testing, Inspection and Certification company. We operate a network of over 2,500 laboratories and business facilities across 115 countries, supported by a team of over 100,000 dedicated professionals. With more than 145 years of service excellence, we combine the precision and accuracy that define Swiss companies to help organizations achieve the highest standards of quality, compliance and sustainability.
Our brand promise – when you need to be sure – underscores our commitment to trust, integrity and reliability, enabling businesses to thrive with confidence. We proudly deliver our expert services through the SGS name and a portfolio of trusted specialized brands, including Applied Technical Services, Brightsight, Bluesign and Nutrasource.
SGS is publicly traded on the SIX Swiss Exchange under the ticker symbol SGSN (ISIN CH1256740924, Reuters SGSN.S, Bloomberg SGSN SW).
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