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Arabian Business
11-06-2025
- Business
- Arabian Business
Invictus Investment plans a third acquisition in Africa by the end of 2025
Dubai-headquartered Invictus Investment has revealed its plan to make a third acquisition this year in Africa, following its purchase of Merec Industries in Mozambique and the signing of an agreement to acquire 65 per cent of Angata in Angola. The company, which is present across a diversified commodity portfolio with activities along the entire value chain, including origination, processing and trading, said it is 'on a journey to expand our presence and capabilities across key African markets'. In a filing with the Abu Dhabi Securities Exchange (ADX), Invictus said it was pursuing an ambitious growth strategy – both organic and inorganic – to increase the company's revenue fivefold to AED 25 billion (US$6.8 billion) by 2028, using its 2023 performance as a baseline. The goal is to become a fully integrated agro-food enterprise in the Middle East and Africa. New markets and growth priorities 'We are constantly evaluating investment opportunities within the agro-food value chain with the aim of expanding our business both up and down the vertical to become a fully integrated business,' the company said in the statement. 'The Angata, Merec Industries and Graderco (60 per cent stake purchased last year) acquisitions are prime examples of this strategy in action as they strengthen our market position in the region and provide us with strong local warehousing and distribution capabilities. 'Building on this, we will continue to invest in midstream and downstream assets in the value chain in key African markets, targeting the acquisition of majority stakes in ventures valued between US$200-300 million to broaden our market presence and product portfolio – with plans for a third acquisition in the basic foods segment this year.' Over the past two years, Invictus expanded its trading operations into several new markets, including Burundi, Cameroon, Ethiopia, Iraq, Ivory Coast, Malawi, Morocco, Mozambique, Rwanda, Tanzania and Turkey. Most recently, it entered Angola, Burkina Faso, Ghana, Jordan, Madagascar, Mauritania, the Netherlands, Senegal, South Africa and Zimbabwe, bringing its global reach to 65 markets. North Africa and key coastal markets will be an area of focus for the company in the near term. 'North Africa's proximity to key grain origins combined with established port infrastructure and growing demand for wheat-based products, makes it a strategic priority for us,' the statement added. 'We also recognise the importance of having a strong presence in coastal markets, which offer advantages such as access to key trade routes, reduced logistics costs and regional distribution opportunities. Expanding in these areas will help us build a more resilient supply chain and support our long-term growth plans.' Invictus drives unprecedented growth For the full year 2024, Invictus reported AED 8.9 billion in revenue – its highest since listing and a jump of 10.1 per cent from FY2023. Commodity transaction volumes increased by 51.8 per cent to a record 8.2 million metric tonnes in 2024 (5.4 million metric tonnes in 2023). Citing unaudited results, Invictus said it has maintained the upward momentum in 2025. 'We delivered a strong start to the year building on the positive momentum from our robust 2024 financial and operational results. In the first quarter of 2025, our revenues increased by more than 35 per cent YoY – our highest to date as a listed company. Growth was driven by strong performance across our product segments and key markets,' the statement added. 'Commodity transaction volumes almost doubled compared to the same period last year – in a reflection of the successful execution of our diversification strategy and the increased output from our recent acquisitions. We also delivered healthy profitability in the quarter with our net profit growing by approximately 23 per cent YoY. 'Looking ahead, we are confident in sustaining this growth trajectory throughout the remainder of the year. Our broader geographic reach and continued focus on vertical integration position us well to capitalise on the strong fundamentals and rising food demand across our markets.'
Arabian Business
27-05-2025
- Business
- Arabian Business
Dubai's Invictus acquires majority stake in Angolan fertiliser company
Dubai-headquartered Invictus Investment Company is strengthening its position in Africa and making its third major acquisition in the continent when it signed an agreement to acquire a 65 per cent stake in Angata, a leading fertiliser blending company in Lobito, Angola. In the recent past, , and a 60 per cent stake in Graderco, a Moroccan agro-trading company. The acquisition, being made through Mauritius-based Dagro Chemical Limited, is subject to regulatory approvals and transaction closing mechanisms. The financial details of the deal were not disclosed. Angata specialises in customised fertiliser blending and tailors its products to the specific soil and crop requirements of farmers across different regions of the country. It has a production capacity of 100,000 metric tonnes per annum, with plans to increase capacity by the end of 2025. Its product range addresses critical crop nutrition needs, including urea, phosphates like diammonium phosphate (DAP), potassium, trace elements and boron. In addition to its core fertiliser business, Angata also imports and resells pesticides and other essential products for productive farming. Invictus strengthens African presence The acquisition opens a new area of business for Invictus Investment and marks a strategic entry point into the agricultural and agro-input industry in Angola, a key market in Africa with significant growth potential. Amir Daoud Abdellatif, CEO of Invictus Investment, commented: 'Our acquisition of Angata marks another major milestone in our continued expansion in Africa following our earlier transactions in Mozambique and Morocco. 'It also signals a strategic shift. It broadens our capabilities beyond trading into the agro-input segment where we can directly support farmers and strengthen the ecosystems that feed regional and global supply chains. Angata's fertiliser blending expertise addresses a critical gap in farm productivity and gives us a direct connection to farmers. We see it as a strategic base for us to source and process more commodities in Angola and cater to both local consumption and export markets.' Angata's strategic location also provides an attractive opportunity. The Lobito corridor links Angola to the Atlantic coast, and the city has rail connections extending into the mineral-rich regions of the Democratic Republic of Congo. The company can become a strategic hub to serve farmers in surrounding markets. Christian Louvet, Director General, Angata, added: 'We are pleased to be working with Invictus Investment and view this partnership as a catalyst for long-term growth. Invictus Investment brings the reach and operational capabilities needed to scale the business and broaden our impact in the region. 'The focus now is on expanding what we do well, helping farmers grow their productivity and playing a stronger role in Angola's agricultural economy.'
Zawya
26-05-2025
- Business
- Zawya
Invictus Investment acquires majority stake in Angolan fertiliser blender Angata
Acquisition represents strategic entry into the agricultural and agro-input business in key African market of Angola Angata specialises in tailored fertiliser blending and customises products based on local soil requirements Transaction marks Invictus Investment's third major acquisition in Africa, following the purchase of Mozambique's largest flour miller Merec Industries and a 60% stake in Moroccan agro-trading leader Graderco Dubai, United Arab Emirates: Invictus Investment Company Plc (ADX: INVICTUS), a leading agro-food enterprise in the Middle East and Africa, today announced it has signed an agreement to acquire a 65% stake in Angata, a leading fertiliser blending company based in Lobito, Angola. The acquisition, being made through Mauritius-based Dagro Chemical Limited, is subject to regulatory approvals and transaction closing mechanisms. The deal marks Invictus Investment's third major acquisition in Africa, following the purchase of Merec Industries – Mozambique's largest flour milling company – and a 60% stake in Moroccan agro-trading leader Graderco. While representing a new business area for Invictus Investment, this transaction marks a strategic entry point into the agricultural and agro-input industry in Angola – a key market in Africa with significant growth potential. Angata specialises in customised fertiliser blending and tailors its products to the specific soil and crop requirements of farmers across different regions of the country. The company has a production capacity of 100,000 MT per annum with plans to increase capacity by the end of 2025. Its product range addresses critical crop nutrition needs, including urea, phosphates like di-ammonium phosphate (DAP), potassium, trace elements and boron. In addition to its core fertiliser business, Angata also imports and resells pesticides and other essential products for productive farming operations. From a location perspective, the company presents an attractive opportunity with its base in the strategic Lobito corridor that links Angola to the Atlantic coast. Lobito also has rail connections extending into the mineral rich regions of the Democratic Republic of Congo. This positions Angata as a strategic hub to serve farmers in surrounding markets. Commenting on the announcement, Amir Daoud Abdellatif, CEO of Invictus Investment, said: 'Our acquisition of Angata marks another major milestone in our continued expansion in Africa following our earlier transactions in Mozambique and Morocco. It also signals a strategic shift – broadening our capabilities beyond trading into the agro-input segment where we can directly support farmers and strengthen the ecosystems that feed regional and global supply chains. Angata's fertiliser blending expertise addresses a critical gap in farm productivity and gives us a direct connection to farmers. We see it as a strategic base for us to source and process more commodities in Angola and cater to both local consumption and export markets.' Christian Louvet, Director General, Angata, said: 'We are pleased to be working with Invictus Investment and view this partnership as a catalyst for long term growth. Invictus Investment brings the reach and operational capabilities needed to scale the business and broaden our impact in the region. The focus now is on expanding what we do well, helping farmers grow their productivity and playing a stronger role in Angola's agricultural economy.' Looking ahead, Invictus Investment remains focused on furthering its long-term growth strategy through strategic investments in key African markets, targeting the acquisition of majority stakes in leading ventures as it works towards its goal of becoming a fully integrated agro-food enterprise. *Please refer to for more information. About Invictus Investment Invictus Investment Company PLC, established in March 2022 and headquartered in Dubai, is a leading holding entity primarily focusing on agro-food commodities through its main subsidiary, Invictus Trading FZE, founded in February 2014. Initially offering procurement services that supplied raw materials and finished goods such as wheat in the MENA region, the company has since expanded its commodity portfolio to include a diverse range of products such as barley, corn, cotton, Distiller's Dried Grains with Solubles (DDGS), fertilisers, groundnuts, meat, sesame, soya bean, soya bean hulls, soya bean meal, sugar, vegetable oil and wheat flour. Today, Invictus Investment operates across 54 countries with a broad sourcing network and a focus on midstream and downstream acquisitions in the value chain, with the aim of becoming a fully integrated agro-food enterprise in the commodity trading sector across the Middle East and Africa. For media inquiries, please contact: Raneem Abudaqqa Senior Consultant | Tales & Heads E:
