Comvita Limited
ManufacturingBay of Plenty, New Zealand201-500 Employees
Comvita Limited is a New Zealand-based manufacturing company headquartered in te Puke, Bay of Plenty, with 201-500 employees and listed on the NZX (CVT). Founded in 1974 by Claude Stratford and Alan Bougen, the company originated from a focus on bees and honey as medicine, aiming to produce top-quality products in as close to their natural state as possible. Comvita develops, markets and manufactures products in Healthcare, Personal Care (Wound Care), and Functional Foods, with Mānuka honey at the core of its range, and it is described as the largest manufacturer and marketer of this resource. It operates internationally, with offices in New Zealand, China, Hong Kong, Australia, Japan, South Korea, the United Kingdom and the United States, and sells into over 18 countries, including more than 480 branded retail outlets across Asia, with 400 stores in 40 cities in mainland China. In August 2023, Comvita became a B Corp member, reflecting its commitment to environmental performance, transparency and accountability. In February 2025, Comvita announced a restructuring plan reducing headcount by 67 and closing UK and EU subsidiaries to address financial difficulties.