Strategic investment supports the UAE’s Food Security Strategy 2051
Al Ain Farms Group (AAFG), the UAE’s national food champion, and Food Tech Valley, Dubai’s government-backed food innovation centre, have signed an agreement to develop a 260,000sqft logistics hub in Dubai.
The facility will strengthen the UAE’s food security, accelerate fresher food distribution, and support the nation’s Net Zero 2050 commitments.
Future Food Forum 2025
Announced at the Future Food Forum 2025, held under the patronage of the Ministry of Economy and Tourism, the facility will enable faster deliveries and increased efficiency, ensuring fresher, higher-quality products.
Situated strategically, the centre will reduce delivery distances, cut CO₂ emissions by an estimated 2,500 tonnes annually, and lower fleet emissions by up to 35%, aligning with the nation’s sustainability & food security commitments.
“By leveraging the country’s expertise and resources, we are building a sustainable, resilient food system that benefits both our community and our partners,” affirmed Hassan Safi, Group CEO, Al Ain Farms Group.
Supply chain resilience
Scheduled to begin construction by late 2025 and complete within Q1-2027, this facility will significantly boost supply chain resilience. The project is expected to create over a hundred jobs across logistics and operations while also incorporate advanced technology, according to a press statement.
“This partnership with Al Ain Farms Group reflects our mission to build advanced infrastructure and is a step forward in making our supply chains more efficient, sustainable, and resilient,” concluded Ahmed Al Shaibani, Director of Food Tech Valley.
