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Trade Arabia
15-04-2025
- Business
- Trade Arabia
Strategic deals signed at SaudiFood Manufacturing show
SaudiFood Manufacturing 2025, the largest F&B Manufacturing event in the kingdom, opened its doors for its second day at Riyadh Front Exhibition and Conference Centre as visitors continued to explore the exhibition halls while interacting with companies launching new innovations and engaging in commercial trade deals. The day saw Food Specialities Limited (FSL), an award-winning ingredient solutions provider and Kerry Group, a leading and innovative global food giant, announce a strategic partnership. This collaboration will enhance product offerings with a range of emulsifiers and shelf life solutions with Kerry's CalPro NIACET Brand to the food industry in the region. Dash Dhawan, CEO, FSL, said: 'We are proud to partner with Kerry, one of the largest multinationals in the food ingredients industry and are excited to service the bakery, confectionery, dairy, oils & fats industries. These discussions have been ongoing for some time and we are pleased to officially announce this partnership at the Saudi Food Manufacturing Show in the presence of our regional customers. 'From a technical and application perspective; speed, flexibility, and deep knowledge of regional taste profiles are essential. With Kerry's long-standing local presence, knowledge and strong infrastructure, combined with FSL's technical labs and application capabilities, we are confident in offering a true end-to-end one-stop solution for customers. This partnership will strengthen FSL's go-to-market strategy and allows us to support customers with shorter lead times and full supply chain solutions.' Inanc Isik, General Manager of Middle East Türkiye Pakistan (METP) at Kerry Group, said: 'It's a special moment for us as we announce a new partnership in the GCC and Saudi region—a key milestone that aligns perfectly with our strategy of localisation. 'As a local manufacturing company based in Saudi Arabia, we already have teams on the ground and innovation centres in place. This new partnership now gives us access to the strongest distribution network in the region. What this means for our customers is that we can deliver value and cutting-edge ingredient technology much faster, particularly in the bakery sector, through this powerful collaboration.' Opening the Food Forward Summit, Dr Maha Tahiri, CEO and Founder of Nutrition Sustainability Strategies, gave the audience fascinating first-hand insights into GLP-1 medications. She emphasised the importance of placing frameworks that combine medication with nutrition and behaviour with a key focus on being supported by governments to help accelerate development and promote wellbeing. She explained: 'Saudi Arabia is leading by example in the region by putting in guidelines for Type 2 diabetes and ensuring the infrastructure is in place. Today it has 30 per cent of the market in the Middle East and Africa region which shows they're very advanced. However, more needs to be done for others to follow in their footsteps and I urge all governments worldwide to have a very comprehensive approach to ensure there is efficient behavioural assistance for people so they can have a healthy lifestyle.' Also taking to the stage was futurist, strategic foresight expert, and founder of ANTICIPATE, Mathias Behn Bjørnhof, who looked to the future of food manufacturing, navigating AI, Automation and Sustainability. He commented: 'We need to consider AI as the brain, automation as the muscle, and sustainability as the footprint of where we want to go. These are important aspects which not only offer a new paradigm for the future of food but one that can work together.' He predicts the world is entering the era of 24/7 lights-out factories with minimal human intervention and gave an example of Unilever's factories, which run on digital twins, and their 99.8 per cent success rate when it comes to on-time delivery. A number of panel discussions were also held as attendees gained an understanding on the key trends of food production and manufacturing. Among the topics was smart logistics with Saeed AlSuwaidi, Founding Executive Director – OneCamel, Abdullah Alotaibi, Founder and CEO – Nabt, Rami Younes, General Manager - Swisslog AG, and Abdulaziz Alsebaie, Founder - saying that companies must always think about what consumers want with a focus on embracing technology that will help produce and deliver fresh food more efficiently. NEOM Investment Fund (NIF), the investment arm of NEOM, revealed a strategic investment in Liberation Labs, a global pioneer in precision-fermentation biomanufacturing. The partnership will set the foundation for Liberation Labs to support Topian, NEOM's food company, in designing and developing an advanced precision-fermentation facility in the Kingdom. Liberation Labs develops and operates purpose-built biomanufacturing facilities that utilise precision fermentation to produce basic food ingredients. The process offers a scalable and sustainable solution to traditional food production methods and can be used to produce high-value proteins without the need for animals. Away from the stage, over 550 global businesses showcased their innovations at the venue with visitors getting a first-hand view on products and services on tomorrow's food manufacturing. It also provided an opportunity for companies to forge new business relationships and attract investment. Faiz Ahmad, owner of MAFA company, which offers competitive solutions and services in the F&B industry said the event is a key platform to widen its reach to new markets from around the world. He said: 'Participating in this show has been extremely beneficial, connecting us with international clients and allowing us to begin exporting our locally produced machines to other markets. There's a clear correlation between our growth and Saudi Arabia's strategic expansion in this sector.
Zawya
15-04-2025
- Business
- Zawya
Strategic deals signed at SaudiFood Manufacturing show
SaudiFood Manufacturing 2025, the largest F&B Manufacturing event in the kingdom, opened its doors for its second day at Riyadh Front Exhibition and Conference Centre as visitors continued to explore the exhibition halls while interacting with companies launching new innovations and engaging in commercial trade deals. The day saw Food Specialities Limited (FSL), an award-winning ingredient solutions provider and Kerry Group, a leading and innovative global food giant, announce a strategic partnership. This collaboration will enhance product offerings with a range of emulsifiers and shelf life solutions with Kerry's CalPro NIACET Brand to the food industry in the region. Dash Dhawan, CEO, FSL, said: 'We are proud to partner with Kerry, one of the largest multinationals in the food ingredients industry and are excited to service the bakery, confectionery, dairy, oils & fats industries. These discussions have been ongoing for some time and we are pleased to officially announce this partnership at the Saudi Food Manufacturing Show in the presence of our regional customers. 'From a technical and application perspective; speed, flexibility, and deep knowledge of regional taste profiles are essential. With Kerry's long-standing local presence, knowledge and strong infrastructure, combined with FSL's technical labs and application capabilities, we are confident in offering a true end-to-end one-stop solution for customers. This partnership will strengthen FSL's go-to-market strategy and allows us to support customers with shorter lead times and full supply chain solutions.' Inanc Isik, General Manager of Middle East Türkiye Pakistan (METP) at Kerry Group, said: 'It's a special moment for us as we announce a new partnership in the GCC and Saudi region—a key milestone that aligns perfectly with our strategy of localisation. 'As a local manufacturing company based in Saudi Arabia, we already have teams on the ground and innovation centres in place. This new partnership now gives us access to the strongest distribution network in the region. What this means for our customers is that we can deliver value and cutting-edge ingredient technology much faster, particularly in the bakery sector, through this powerful collaboration.' Opening the Food Forward Summit, Dr Maha Tahiri, CEO and Founder of Nutrition Sustainability Strategies, gave the audience fascinating first-hand insights into GLP-1 medications. She emphasised the importance of placing frameworks that combine medication with nutrition and behaviour with a key focus on being supported by governments to help accelerate development and promote wellbeing. She explained: 'Saudi Arabia is leading by example in the region by putting in guidelines for Type 2 diabetes and ensuring the infrastructure is in place. Today it has 30 per cent of the market in the Middle East and Africa region which shows they're very advanced. However, more needs to be done for others to follow in their footsteps and I urge all governments worldwide to have a very comprehensive approach to ensure there is efficient behavioural assistance for people so they can have a healthy lifestyle.' Also taking to the stage was futurist, strategic foresight expert, and founder of ANTICIPATE, Mathias Behn Bjørnhof, who looked to the future of food manufacturing, navigating AI, Automation and Sustainability. He commented: 'We need to consider AI as the brain, automation as the muscle, and sustainability as the footprint of where we want to go. These are important aspects which not only offer a new paradigm for the future of food but one that can work together.' He predicts the world is entering the era of 24/7 lights-out factories with minimal human intervention and gave an example of Unilever's factories, which run on digital twins, and their 99.8 per cent success rate when it comes to on-time delivery. A number of panel discussions were also held as attendees gained an understanding on the key trends of food production and manufacturing. Among the topics was smart logistics with Saeed AlSuwaidi, Founding Executive Director – OneCamel, Abdullah Alotaibi, Founder and CEO – Nabt, Rami Younes, General Manager - Swisslog AG, and Abdulaziz Alsebaie, Founder - saying that companies must always think about what consumers want with a focus on embracing technology that will help produce and deliver fresh food more efficiently. NEOM Investment Fund (NIF), the investment arm of NEOM, revealed a strategic investment in Liberation Labs, a global pioneer in precision-fermentation biomanufacturing. The partnership will set the foundation for Liberation Labs to support Topian, NEOM's food company, in designing and developing an advanced precision-fermentation facility in the Kingdom. Liberation Labs develops and operates purpose-built biomanufacturing facilities that utilise precision fermentation to produce basic food ingredients. The process offers a scalable and sustainable solution to traditional food production methods and can be used to produce high-value proteins without the need for animals. Away from the stage, over 550 global businesses showcased their innovations at the venue with visitors getting a first-hand view on products and services on tomorrow's food manufacturing. It also provided an opportunity for companies to forge new business relationships and attract investment. Faiz Ahmad, owner of MAFA company, which offers competitive solutions and services in the F&B industry said the event is a key platform to widen its reach to new markets from around the world. He said: 'Participating in this show has been extremely beneficial, connecting us with international clients and allowing us to begin exporting our locally produced machines to other markets. There's a clear correlation between our growth and Saudi Arabia's strategic expansion in this sector. Looking ahead, we are continuing to expand internationally. We're bringing in advanced technologies from Germany, implementing them locally, and exporting globally." - Copyright 2024 Al Hilal Publishing and Marketing Group Provided by SyndiGate Media Inc. (
Zawya
15-04-2025
- Business
- Zawya
SaudiFood Manufacturing 2025 showcases strategic landmark deals and advancements driving global manufacturing sector growth
RIYADH: SaudiFood Manufacturing 2025, the largest F&B Manufacturing event in the Kingdom, opened its doors for its second day at Riyadh Front Exhibition and Conference Centre as visitors continued to explore the exhibition halls while interacting with companies launching new innovations and engaging in commercial trade deals. The day saw Food Specialities Limited (FSL), an award-winning ingredient solutions provider and Kerry Group, a leading and innovative global food giant, announce a strategic partnership. This collaboration will enhance product offerings with a range of emulsifiers and shelf life solutions with Kerry's CalPro NIACET Brand to the food industry in the region. Dash Dhawan, CEO, FSL, said: 'We are proud to partner with Kerry, one of the largest multinationals in the food ingredients industry and are excited to service the bakery, confectionery, dairy, oils & fats industries. These discussions have been ongoing for some time and we are pleased to officially announce this partnership at the Saudi Food Manufacturing Show in the presence of our regional customers. 'From a technical and application perspective; speed, flexibility, and deep knowledge of regional taste profiles are essential. With Kerry's long-standing local presence, knowledge and strong infrastructure, combined with FSL's technical labs and application capabilities, we are confident in offering a true end-to-end one-stop solution for customers. This partnership will strengthen FSL's go-to-market strategy and allows us to support customers with shorter lead times and full supply chain solutions.' Inanc Isik, General Manager of Middle East Türkiye Pakistan (METP) at Kerry Group, said: 'It's a special moment for us as we announce a new partnership in the GCC and Saudi region—a key milestone that aligns perfectly with our strategy of localisation. 'As a local manufacturing company based in Saudi Arabia, we already have teams on the ground and innovation centres in place. This new partnership now gives us access to the strongest distribution network in the region. What this means for our customers is that we can deliver value and cutting-edge ingredient technology much faster, particularly in the bakery sector, through this powerful collaboration.' Opening the Food Forward Summit, Dr. Maha Tahiri, CEO and Founder of Nutrition Sustainability Strategies gave the audience fascinating first-hand insights into GLP-1 Medications. She emphasised the importance of placing frameworks that combine medication with nutrition and behaviour with a key focus on being supported by governments to help accelerate development and promote wellbeing. She explains: 'Saudi Arabia is leading by example in the region by putting in guidelines for Type 2 diabetes and ensuring the infrastructure is in place. Today it has 30 per cent of the market in the Middle East and Africa region which shows they're very advanced. However, more needs to be done for others to follow in their footsteps and I urge all governments worldwide to have a very comprehensive approach to ensure there is efficient behavioural assistance for people so they can have a healthy lifestyle.' Also taking to the stage was futurist, strategic foresight expert, and founder of ANTICIPATE, Mathias Behn Bjørnhof, who looked to the future of food manufacturing, navigating AI, Automation and Sustainability. He commented: 'We need to consider AI as the brain, automation as the muscle, and sustainability as the footprint of where we want to go. These are important aspects which not only offer a new paradigm for the future of food but one that can work together.' He predicts the world is entering the era of 24/7 lights-out factories with minimal human intervention and gave an example of Unilever's factories, which run on digital twins, and their 99.8 per cent success rate when it comes to on-time delivery. A number of panel discussions were also held as attendees gained an understanding on the key trends of food production and manufacturing. Among the topics was smart logistics with Saeed AlSuwaidi, Founding Executive Director – OneCamel, Abdullah Alotaibi, Founder and CEO – Nabt, Rami Younes, General Manager - Swisslog AG, and Abdulaziz Alsebaie, Founder - saying that companies must always think about what consumers want with a focus on embracing technology that will help produce and deliver fresh food more efficiently. NEOM Investment Fund (NIF), the investment arm of NEOM, revealed a strategic investment in Liberation Labs, a global pioneer in precision-fermentation biomanufacturing. The partnership will set the foundation for Liberation Labs to support Topian, NEOM's food company, in designing and developing an advanced precision-fermentation facility in the Kingdom. Liberation Labs develops and operates purpose-built biomanufacturing facilities that utilise precision fermentation to produce basic food ingredients. The process offers a scalable and sustainable solution to traditional food production methods and can be used to produce high-value proteins without the need for animals. Away from the stage, over 550 global businesses showcased their innovations at the venue with visitors getting a first-hand view on products and services on tomorrow's food manufacturing. It also provided an opportunity for companies to forge new business relationships and attract investment. Faiz Ahmad, owner of MAFA company, which offers competitive solutions and services in the F&B industry said the event is a key platform to widen its reach to new markets from around the world. He said: 'Participating in this show has been extremely beneficial, connecting us with international clients and allowing us to begin exporting our locally produced machines to other markets. There's a clear correlation between our growth and Saudi Arabia's strategic expansion in this sector. Looking ahead, we are continuing to expand internationally. We're bringing in advanced technologies from Germany, implementing them locally, and exporting globally." The SaudiFood Manufacturing returns for its third and final day on Tuesday with show timings from 2pm – 10pm daily. Tickets to the event are complimentary for trade professionals are available on About KAOUN International KAOUN International is the independent events company and wholly owned subsidiary of Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC) established to organize and manage events internationally. Derived from the Arabic word 'universe', KAOUN International's mission is to 'Create Limitless Connections' for the industries and markets in which it operates. Created to leverage the 40-year legacy of DWTC's events management business and drive future MICE sector opportunity in the MENASA region. KAOUN International delivers game-changing live experiences that build robust business connections, create opportunity, and stimulate economic growth, building on DWTC's extensive portfolio of business and consumer events spanning multiple sectors, including technology, food and hospitality, sustainability, broadcast and satellite, automotive, talent development and leisure marine. About dmg events dmg events is a leading organizer of face-to-face events and publisher of information services. Our aim is to create dynamic marketplaces to connect businesses with the right communities to accelerate their growth in today's rapidly evolving landscape. With a presence in over 20 countries and organizing more than 90 events each year, dmg events is a global leader in the industry. Attracting over 425,000 attendees and delegates annually, we organize events in the construction, hospitality, interiors & design, energy, coatings, entertainment, food & beverage and transportation sectors. To better serve our customers, dmg events has offices in 10 countries, including Saudi Arabia, the UAE, Egypt, South Africa, the UK, Canada, Singapore and India. By being on the ground, we can better understand market needs and nurture relationships to create unforgettable experiences for our attendees. Our flagship events including the Big 5 Global, ADIPEC, Gastech, EGYPES, The Hotel Show, INDEX and The Saudi Food Show. For more information visit Founded in 1989, dmg events is a wholly owned subsidiary of the Daily Mail and General Trust plc (DMGT,
Trade Arabia
15-04-2025
- Business
- Trade Arabia
AVEVA showcases its Unified Operations Center for F&B firms
AVEVA, a global leader in industrial software, driving digital transformation and sustainability, has announced its participation at SaudiFood Manufacturing Exhibition (April 13–15, 2025) alongside its partner AVEVA Select Saudi at the Riyadh Front Exhibition & Conference Centre. The company is highlighting the AVEVA Unified Operations Center, a platform designed to support the digital transformation of the food and beverage value chain and demonstrate how its solutions enable industries to build resilience, improve efficiency, and ensure the responsible use of resources. 'We are happy to be a part of the SaudiFood Manufacturing Show with AVEVA Select Saudi our partner in Saudi Arabia. Together, we are empowering food and beverage companies in the Kingdom to adopt a data-driven approach, enabling them to better manage risks, enhance collaboration, and drive both commercial agility and sustainable growth. As we continue to support the Kingdom and its growing food manufacturing sector, we are excited to meet customers, partners, and innovators, and share our commitment to shape and support a collaborative, resilient and future-ready food industry,' says c, Global Accounts Sales Director, AVEVA. The AVEVA Unified Operations Center is a platform that delivers real-time operational insights to enable manufacturers for smarter decision-making across every stage of the value chain. This solution also supports predictive maintenance, quality compliance, and resource optimisation, enabling food and beverage producers to boost productivity, reduce waste, and meet sustainability goals, the company said. By offering seamless integration with existing systems, the AVEVA Unified Operations Center helps manufacturers drive innovation and stay competitive in a rapidly evolving market, aligning with Saudi Arabia's Vision 2030 to drive innovation and industrial growth, it added. As a recognised leader in smart manufacturing, AVEVA collaborates with 23 of the top 25 food and beverage manufacturers globally, helping them leverage Industry 4.0 technologies to transform their operations. By embracing digital innovation, these manufacturers drive efficiency, maximize return on capital investments, and boost profitability. AVEVA's software is purpose-built for diverse sectors from manufacturing and marine to power and infrastructure, with capabilities and analytics that draw on 20+ years of experience, the company said. – TradeArabia News Service
Zawya
14-04-2025
- Business
- Zawya
AVEVA to showcase Unified Operations Center for Food & Beverage at SaudiFood Manufacturing Show
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia - AVEVA, a global leader in industrial software, driving digital transformation and sustainability has announced its participation at SaudiFood Manufacturing Exhibition (April 13–15, 2025) alongside its partner AVEVA Select Saudi at the Riyadh Front Exhibition & Conference Centre. The company will highlight the AVEVA Unified Operations Center, a platform designed to support the digital transformation of the food and beverage value chain and demonstrate how its solutions enable industries to build resilience, improve efficiency, and ensure the responsible use of resources. 'We are happy to be a part of the SaudiFood Manufacturing Show with AVEVA Select Saudi our partner in Saudi Arabia. Together, we are empowering food and beverage companies in the Kingdom to adopt a data-driven approach, enabling them to better manage risks, enhance collaboration, and drive both commercial agility and sustainable growth. As we continue to support the Kingdom and its growing food manufacturing sector, we are excited to meet customers, partners, and innovators, and share our commitment to shape and support a collaborative, resilient and future-ready food industry,' says Jamal Emran, Global Accounts Sales Director, AVEVA. The AVEVA Unified Operations Center is a platform that delivers real-time operational insights to enable manufacturers for smarter decision-making across every stage of the value chain. This solution also supports predictive maintenance, quality compliance, and resource optimization, enabling food and beverage producers to boost productivity, reduce waste, and meet sustainability goals. By offering seamless integration with existing systems, the AVEVA Unified Operations Center helps manufacturers drive innovation and stay competitive in a rapidly evolving market, aligning with Saudi Arabia's Vision 2030 to drive innovation and industrial growth. As a recognized leader in smart manufacturing, AVEVA collaborates with 23 of the top 25 food and beverage manufacturers globally, helping them leverage Industry 4.0 technologies to transform their operations. By embracing digital innovation, these manufacturers drive efficiency, maximize return on capital investments, and boost profitability. AVEVA's software is purpose-built for diverse sectors from manufacturing and marine to power and infrastructure, with capabilities and analytics that draw on 20+ years of experience. About AVEVA AVEVA is a global leader in industrial software, sparking ingenuity to drive responsible use of the world's resources. Over 90% of leading industrial enterprises rely on AVEVA to help them deliver life's essentials: safe, reliable energy, food, medicines, infrastructure and more. By connecting people with trusted information and AI-enriched insights, AVEVA helps them engineer capital projects more efficiently, operate better and create sustainable value, from the plant to the cloud and beyond. Through our industrial intelligence platform, CONNECT, and our trusted and secure information management applications enriched with industrial AI, AVEVA empowers businesses to drive deeper collaboration between teams and to accelerate insight across their ecosystem of suppliers, partners and customers. Named as one of the world's most innovative companies, AVEVA's open solutions draw on the expertise of more than 7,000 employees, 5,000 partners and 5,700 certified developers. The company, which has operations around the globe, is headquartered in Cambridge, UK.
