Dubai:Anabtawi Food Industries, a prominent food manufacturer, has launched its new ice cream manufacturing facility at Dubai Industrial City. The inauguration was attended by senior officials and representatives from federal authorities and government bodies within Dubai.
According to Wam, the AED 150 million investment represents a significant move in Anabtawi Food Industries' growth strategy. The factory, spanning over 172,000 square feet, is equipped with custom-engineered, flexible production lines capable of producing over 45 million litres of ice cream annually.
The facility aims to bolster the company's proprietary brand, MiniMax, within the UAE while also serving as an export hub for the GCC and broader MENA markets. It will offer bespoke private-label manufacturing and co-packing services for distributors, importers, and commercial partners.
Saud Abu Alshawareb, Executive Vice President - Industrial at TECOM Group, highlighted the supportive business environment in the UAE for local and international investors. He noted that the new factory enhances Dubai Industrial City's community of food and beverage manufacturers, aligning with initiatives like Operation 300bn and the Dubai Economic Agenda 'D33'.
Zahi Anabtawi, Chairman of Anabtawi Food Industries, emphasized the strategic importance of the factory in their long-term growth plan. The facility's flexible production capabilities enable it to cater to diverse consumer needs and provide tailored manufacturing solutions for distributors and retail partners.
The factory is designed to produce a wide range of ice cream products, adhering to international food safety standards with FSSC 22000 certification. It features an integrated cold chain network with a fleet of refrigerated vehicles and cold storage hubs across the UAE to maintain product integrity from production to delivery.