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The latest news, trends, analysis, interviews and podcasts from the global food and beverage industry
Americana and Farm Frites expand MENA footprint with $100m investment
Americana and Farm Frites enter JV to construct a new $100m french fries manufacturing site in Saudi Arabia.
Nov 27, 2024
Singapore’s Olam receives offer from SALIC for agri unit
SALIC has made a non-binding offer to buy the remaining 64.7% stake in Olam Group’s Olam Agri business unit.
Nov 5, 2024
Almarai to acquire Jordan’s Hammoudeh Food Industries in SAR 263m deal
Almarai has signed an agreement to acquire 100% of Hammoudeh Food Industries through its subsidiary for SAR 263m (approx $70m).
Oct 9, 2024
Nestlé to establish SAR 270m food plant in Saudi Arabia
The facility, to be built in Jeddah’s Third Industrial City, will represent an investment of SAR 270 million (approx. $72 million).
Sep 17, 2024
Pladis opens new MENAI headquarters in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia
Global snacking company Pladis has opened a new headquarters for the Middle East, North Africa and India region, in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia.
Sep 4, 2024
Heinz introduces hands-free robotic snack dipper for gamers
Heinz has launched a new solution for gamers, after research showed that 90% of gamers struggled to eat snacks while playing.
Aug 19, 2024
JBS to invest $50m in new Saudi Arabia facility, creates 500 jobs
JBS is set to significantly expand its production capacity in Saudi Arabia with the opening of a new manufactory facility in November 2024.
Jul 30, 2024
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