(MENAFN) The Emirati Agthia Group has officially inaugurated its latest manufacturing facility specializing in protein products and frozen foods within Jeddah's first industrial city, Saudi Arabia. This significant investment marks a pivotal stride towards advancing the future of the food and beverage industry in the Kingdom. Aligned with Agthia Group’s ambitious roadmap to establish itself as a premier food and beverage entity across the Middle East and North Africa by 2025, the new plant symbolizes a strategic move to cater to the burgeoning demand for frozen meat products.

The establishment of this state-of-the-art facility underscores the group’s commitment to capitalize on the immense growth opportunities in the largest market within the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC). By ramping up local production capacities, Agthia aims to leverage favorable economic conditions, bolster its market presence, and enhance its competitive edge in this lucrative sector.

Alan Smith, CEO of Agthia Group, emphasized the significance of this milestone, stating, “Our investment in this Saudi facility underscores Agthia Group’s steadfast dedication to creating value for stakeholders and solidifying our leadership in the MENA region’s food and beverage landscape by 2025. This initiative exemplifies our commitment to the objectives of Saudi Vision 2030, particularly in advancing localization, self-sufficiency, and food security for the Kingdom. By fortifying our footprint in Saudi Arabia’s rapidly expanding processed meat market, we not only reinforce our market standing but also significantly contribute to the diversification and expansion of our regional product portfolio. This facility embodies our strategic vision and ambitious aspirations for the future.” 

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