The new production site will initially develop brazzein, a sweet-tasting protein found in the fruit of the native West African Oubli plant that is said to be significantly sweeter than sugar Novel Foods Group, a company based in Abu Dhabi that produces sweet proteins, has announced a significant agreement to[Read More…]
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UAE’s Unifrutti Group acquires Bomarea and AvoAmerica Peru
Unifrutti further expands its global multifruit platform into blueberries and avocados through the acquisition of Bomarea and AvoAmerica Peru Unifrutti Group, a leading global producer and distributor of fresh fruit, announced the acquisition of 100 per cent of Bomarea and the Peruvian operations of AvoAmerica (AvoAmerica Peru) from the US-based agribusiness investment[Read More…]
Saudi’s date exports jump by 14% in 2023
The export markets for Saudi Arabia’s dates have seen remarkable growth, especially in China, where exports soared by 121 per cent in 2023 The National Centre for Palms and Dates (NCPD) has reported a remarkable 14 per cent increase in the value of Saudi Arabia’s date exports in 2023, reaching[Read More…]
Qatar launches 5 new e-services for food safety system ‘Watheq’
The new services include food consignment inspection for export and re-export, as well as requests for food export and re-export certificates, and certificate verification The Ministry of Public Health (MoPH) in Qatar has announced the addition of 5 new electronic services to its electronic food safety system, called ‘Watheq’. This[Read More…]
Greeneration launches innovative food hub in Dubai
The new facility features a multi-layer system of hydroponic equipment, certified with HACCP and ISO standards, guaranteeing the highest levels of quality and safety Greeneration, a forward-thinking horticulture company specialised in the cultivation of rare crops and ingredient sourcing specifically tailored to meet the unique needs of the HoReCa industry,[Read More…]
Folk Maritime launches new container line in Saudi Arabia
The new box carrier is expected to provide its customers with non-vessel operating common carrier (NVOCC) services and create new trade lanes, offering end-to-end shipping solutions A new shipping company has started operations in Saudi Arabia, called Folk Maritime, offering feeder vessel services and short-sea transportation solutions. Poul Hestbaek is[Read More…]
Egyptian Food Bank launches mobile kitchen to distribute meals in Egypt’s streets
The implementation of ‘Tekeya Al-Mahrousa – the mobile kitchen’ by the Egyptian Food Bank aims to assist and facilitate the lives of people by providing them with nutritionally healthy meals The Egyptian Food Bank has announced the launch of ‘Tekeya Al-Mahrousa’ – a mobile kitchen to distribute hot meals in[Read More…]
Co-Kitchens to launch smart cloud kitchen and delivery facility in Dubai
The Co-Kitchens’ latest delivery facility is poised to serve the bustling neighbourhoods of central Dubai, including Downtown Dubai, Business Bay, Dubai Hills, Jumeirah The Co-Kitchens, a pioneering culinary collective powered by Dubai SME-certified business incubator The Co-Spaces, announced the forthcoming launch of its latest venture – a state-of-the-art, smart cloud[Read More…]
Tetra Pak, Al Rabie and Alssad join forces to address food security in Iraq
This strategic partnership is geared towards meeting the escalating demands for food and beverages within Iraq’s growing population Tetra Pak, Al Rabie and Alssad joined forces at Gulfood 2024 to create a strategic partnership that will produce 50 million packaged beverages annually, that aims to address food security concerns in[Read More…]
LuLu launches express fresh market in Abbasiya Kuwait
The successful launch of the Lulu Express Fresh Market in Abbasiya highlights the brand’s commitment to meet and exceed the evolving needs of customers The opening of the latest Lulu Express Fresh Market in Abbasiya drew enthusiastic crowds eager to experience the elevated grocery shopping that the brand defines through[Read More…]
