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Business Standard
21-05-2025
- Business
- Business Standard
Amit Shah inaugurates Falcon Agrifriz's state-of-the-art frozen potato products manufacturing facility in Kadi, Mehsana, Gujarat
PRNewswire Mehsana (Gujarat) [India], May 21: In a landmark moment for India's food processing industry, Falcon Agrifriz Foods Private Limited inaugurated its state-of-the-art, fully automated frozen potato products manufacturing facility in Mehsana, Gujarat. The plant was inaugurated by the Home Minister and Minister of Cooperation, Government of India, Amit Shah, in the presence of the Chief Minister of Gujarat, Shri Bhupendrabhai Patel; Minister of Industries, Government of Gujarat, Balvantsinh Rajput; Member of Parliament, Rajya Sabha, Mayankbhai Nayak; Member of Parliament, Mehsana, Shri Haribhai Patel; and Chairman of Falcon Group, Shri Tara Ranjan Patnaik. This state-of-the-art facility marks a significant milestone under the Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) signed between Falcon Group and the Government of Gujarat. The group has invested approximately Rs1,050 crore in the state, aiming to transform Gujarat into a global hub for frozen potato-based products. For over four decades, the Falcon Group has championed growth rooted in quality, trust, and innovation. From animal nutrition and marine exports to real estate, mining, mineral exports, trading, healthtech, and strategic holdings, Falcon's diversified portfolio is driven by a common purpose: to build enduring value. Agrifriz extends this legacy into the realm of frozen foods with a mission to place India at the forefront of global convenience food exports. With the frozen food segment booming worldwide and India's agricultural strengths gaining global recognition, Falcon has set its sights on making India a leader in processed potato exports. The company's journey from farm to fork is powered by deep-rooted quality controls. A dedicated seed programme ensures consistent, high-quality produce. Seeds cultivated in the northern states--Punjab, Himachal Pradesh, and Uttarakhand--Uttar Pradesh, Haryana, and Leh Ladakh, are grown under expert supervision and then transported to Gujarat for commercial farming via Falcon's robust contract farming network of more than 4000 farmers. Harvested potatoes are quickly moved to advanced cold storage units, ensuring year-round availability and freshness. Spread across 25 acres, the Mehsana facility houses India's only and largest French Fries production line--spanning 350 metres and capable of producing 15 metric tons per hour. The facility also houses a potato specialty line with a 3.5 metric tonne per hour capacity. Built in under two years, it is among India's most advanced, green, and 100% automated food processing plants. Key features of the facility include: * Fully Automated Straight Production Line * French Fries Line Capacity - 15 Tonnes Per Hour * Potato Specialty Line Capacity - 3.5 Tonnes Per Hour * Shop Floor Temperature Maintained Below 28°C Shri Tara Ranjan Patnaik, Chairman of Falcon Group, reflected on the values that shaped this milestone and the broader mission it represents, stating, "Gujarat has always held a special place in India's agricultural landscape, and for Falcon, it was a natural choice. The state's abundant potato production, resilient farming community, and pro-business environment made it the perfect home for our flagship facility. This plant represents more than manufacturing; it embodies our philosophy of future-forward, responsible growth. We aim to produce efficiently, sustainably, and with the highest global standards. Looking ahead, our ambition is to make Falcon a global leader in food processing by expanding into new markets, driving innovation, and staying true to our values." Parthajeet Patnaik, Vice-Chairman of Falcon Group, called the inauguration a defining step forward, noting, "Falcon's journey has always been about transforming potential into impact--across sectors, regions, and generations. This facility marks a bold step in our commitment to building globally competitive, India-led enterprises. We're harnessing the strength of our farmers, the power of technology, and the vision of a new India to shape the future of food processing. It's not just about scaling operations--it's about creating a legacy of leadership, rooted in responsibility and driven by purpose." Echoing the company's forward-looking mission, Manish Tibrewal, Director & CEO of Falcon Agrifriz, added, "This facility marks more than an investment in infrastructure--it signals a decisive leap toward India's food processing leadership. What drives us is not just production, but a deeper purpose: nation-building from the soil up. Our dedicated seed programme, backed by skilled agronomists, ensures end-to-end traceability and consistent quality from the very source. With world-class automation and a farmer-first approach, we're reimagining what India can deliver to the world. This is just the beginning of a journey that puts India at the heart of the global food map." Falcon Agrifriz is already making its presence felt on global platforms, showcasing its brands--including Just Crave, Bon Vegato, Frizeto, and Just Fries--at exhibitions like Gulfood, AAHAR, and SIAL. These brands are not just about products; they represent the company's commitment to creating irresistible food experiences driven by taste, trust, and technology. With this new plant, Falcon reinforces its pledge to sustainable progress and India's potential to lead the global frozen food revolution--one French fry at a time. For more information, visit
Business Upturn
21-05-2025
- Business
- Business Upturn
Shri Amit Shah inaugurates Falcon Agrifriz's state-of-the-art frozen potato products manufacturing facility in Kadi, Mehsana, Gujarat
By PR Newswire Published on May 21, 2025, 10:59 IST MEHSANA, India , May 21, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — In a landmark moment for India's food processing industry, Falcon Agrifriz Foods Private Limited inaugurated its state-of-the-art, fully automated frozen potato products manufacturing facility in Mehsana, Gujarat. The plant was inaugurated by the Hon'ble Home Minister and Minister of Cooperation, Government of India , Shri Amit Shah , in the presence of the Hon'ble Chief Minister of Gujarat, Shri Bhupendrabhai Patel ; Hon'ble Minister of Industries, Government of Gujarat, Shri Balvantsinh Rajput; Member of Parliament, Rajya Sabha , Shri Mayankbhai Nayak; Member of Parliament, Mehsana, Shri Haribhai Patel ; and Chairman of Falcon Group, Shri Tara Ranjan Patnaik . This state-of-the-art facility marks a significant milestone under the Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) signed between Falcon Group and the Government of Gujarat. The group has invested approximately ₹1,050 crore in the state, aiming to transform Gujarat into a global hub for frozen potato-based products. For over four decades, the Falcon Group has championed growth rooted in quality, trust, and innovation. From animal nutrition and marine exports to real estate, mining, mineral exports, trading, healthtech, and strategic holdings, Falcon's diversified portfolio is driven by a common purpose: to build enduring value. Agrifriz extends this legacy into the realm of frozen foods with a mission to place India at the forefront of global convenience food exports. With the frozen food segment booming worldwide and India's agricultural strengths gaining global recognition, Falcon has set its sights on making India a leader in processed potato exports. The company's journey from farm to fork is powered by deep-rooted quality controls. A dedicated seed programme ensures consistent, high-quality produce. Seeds cultivated in the northern states—Punjab, Himachal Pradesh, and Uttarakhand—Uttar Pradesh, Haryana, and Leh Ladakh, are grown under expert supervision and then transported to Gujarat for commercial farming via Falcon's robust contract farming network of more than 4000 farmers. Harvested potatoes are quickly moved to advanced cold storage units, ensuring year-round availability and freshness. Spread across 25 acres, the Mehsana facility houses India's only and largest French Fries production line—spanning 350 metres and capable of producing 15 metric tons per hour. The facility also houses a potato specialty line with a 3.5 metric tonne per hour capacity. Built in under two years, it is among India's most advanced, green, and 100% automated food processing plants. Key features of the facility include: * Fully Automated Straight Production Line* French Fries Line Capacity – 15 Tonnes Per Hour* Potato Specialty Line Capacity – 3.5 Tonnes Per Hour * Shop Floor Temperature Maintained Below 28°C Shri Tara Ranjan Patnaik , Chairman of Falcon Group, reflected on the values that shaped this milestone and the broader mission it represents, stating, 'Gujarat has always held a special place in India's agricultural landscape, and for Falcon, it was a natural choice. The state's abundant potato production, resilient farming community, and pro-business environment made it the perfect home for our flagship facility. This plant represents more than manufacturing; it embodies our philosophy of future-forward, responsible growth. We aim to produce efficiently, sustainably, and with the highest global standards. Looking ahead, our ambition is to make Falcon a global leader in food processing by expanding into new markets, driving innovation, and staying true to our values.' Parthajeet Patnaik, Vice-Chairman of Falcon Group, called the inauguration a defining step forward, noting, 'Falcon's journey has always been about transforming potential into impact—across sectors, regions, and generations. This facility marks a bold step in our commitment to building globally competitive, India -led enterprises. We're harnessing the strength of our farmers, the power of technology, and the vision of a new India to shape the future of food processing. It's not just about scaling operations—it's about creating a legacy of leadership, rooted in responsibility and driven by purpose.' Echoing the company's forward-looking mission, Manish Tibrewal , Director & CEO of Falcon Agrifriz, added, 'This facility marks more than an investment in infrastructure—it signals a decisive leap toward India's food processing leadership. What drives us is not just production, but a deeper purpose: nation-building from the soil up. Our dedicated seed programme, backed by skilled agronomists, ensures end-to-end traceability and consistent quality from the very source. With world-class automation and a farmer-first approach, we're reimagining what India can deliver to the world. This is just the beginning of a journey that puts India at the heart of the global food map.' Falcon Agrifriz is already making its presence felt on global platforms, showcasing its brands—including Just Crave, Bon Vegato, Frizeto, and Just Fries—at exhibitions like Gulfood, AAHAR, and SIAL. These brands are not just about products; they represent the company's commitment to creating irresistible food experiences driven by taste, trust, and technology. With this new plant, Falcon reinforces its pledge to sustainable progress and India's potential to lead the global frozen food revolution—one French fry at a time. For more information, visit Photo: View original content to download multimedia: Disclaimer: The above press release comes to you under an arrangement with PR Newswire. Business Upturn takes no editorial responsibility for the same. PR Newswire is a distributor of press releases headquartered in New York City.
Khaleej Times
14-02-2025
- Business
- Khaleej Times
Falcon Group charts future growth with expanded aerospace and industrial capabilities
Falcon Group, a leading UAE-based precision engineering firm, has announced plans to expand its aerospace and industrial capabilities. The company aims to leverage its expertise to enhance the UAE's position in global aerospace supply chains while investing in automation, AI-driven quality control, and sustainable manufacturing processes. The UAE's industrial sector is undergoing a significant transformation, driven by the ambitious 'Make it in the Emirates' initiative. At the heart of this movement are homegrown firms like Falcon Group, which has played a crucial role in advancing local manufacturing capabilities. Most recently, it contributed to the launch of MBZ-SAT, the region's most advanced satellite. "The UAE's vision for space is clear: to be a global leader,' said Rejin Jose Kurian, managing director of Falcon Group. "We are proud to support this vision by providing locally manufactured, high-quality components that are integral to these missions. We don't just want to be part of the UAE's space ambitions; we want to grow alongside it on the global stage." "For us, 'Make it in the Emirates' is more than just a slogan. It is a call to action. We take immense pride in being a UAE-based company that is proving local firms can deliver world-class products that meet international standards," Kurian added. As part of the UAE government's vision to boost domestic manufacturing, there was a strong push to have critical satellite components for the MBZ-SAT project sourced locally. In line with this strategy, the Mohammed Bin Rashid Space Centre (MBRSC) opened opportunities for national firms to contribute to the country's industrial growth. "MBRSC informed us that these components had to be made in the UAE,' Kurian said. He continued, "If not us, it would have been another company, so we saw this as a significant opportunity to be part of the nation's industrial advancement. We took this responsibility seriously, investing significant resources to satisfy the stringent astronautical standards of the project." Falcon Group became the only UAE-based supplier of aluminium precision-machined components for MBZ-SAT. Notably, for the first time, 90 per cent of the satellite's components were sourced from local suppliers — an achievement that marks a key milestone in the nation's aspirations to become a hub for space manufacturing. Founded over three decades ago, Falcon Group has evolved from a modest machining and fabrication firm into a leading industrial player serving aerospace, oil and gas, defence, and industrial automation sectors. Its growth aligns with the UAE's broader vision of fostering local expertise, reducing reliance on imports, and positioning itself as a global leader in advanced industries. This transition was not instantaneous. It required years of careful development, substantial investment in cutting-edge technology, and continuous upskilling of its workforce. Falcon started by manufacturing smaller clamps and demonstration parts before gradually showcasing its ability to produce full-scale satellite components. The company's rigorous quality checks, including specialised masking and coatings for conductivity, ensured that each part met the demanding standards of the aerospace industry. One key factor behind Falcon's success has been its ability to meet and exceed international aerospace manufacturing standards. "When we started supplying aerospace components, we realised that the level of precision required was significantly higher than in traditional industries,' Kurian explained, adding, 'This led us to adopt AS9100D aerospace standards, which is ten times more stringent than the ISO9001 certification we previously adhered to." However, astronautical components require an even higher level of precision and quality control beyond AS9100D. "This includes specialised handling and storage of materials, the use of specific lifting tools, contamination-free environments, and extensive testing at every production stage. Every aspect of the manufacturing process is optimised to ensure there is zero room for error, as even the smallest defect could compromise a space mission," Kurian said. With local firms stepping up to meet the nation's high-tech manufacturing demands, the Make It in the Emirates initiative is proving to be more than just a policy. It is shaping the country's industrial future.
