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Among the projects supported by KFED at Gulfood 2025 are ‘Sinless General Trading,’ the UAE’s
sole producer of gluten-free flour products, ‘Classic Al Ain Ice Cream Factory,’ which specialises
in ice creams marketed under the Novella Ice Cream Brand; as well as ‘Nawader Food Industries
L.C.C,’ which produces premium sterilised dates packed to the highest quality standards.

The List also Includes ‘Rukn Al Khair Food Industries,’ a producer of -collagen and gelatine-
enriched soups and broths that benefit bone health, and was nominated for the ‘Best Health and
Wellness Product’ award; ‘Flaky Layers Bakery,’ which produces pastries, bread, rolls, and
traditional confections; and ‘Mars Food Industries L.L.C,’ specialising in innovative food solutions
and products for children.

The KFED is also supporting the participation of ‘Abdulla Al Banna Meat Products
Manufacturing,’ a specialist in meat during and retail distribution; ‘Exotic Colours Trading,’ which
trades rice, pasta, grains, and legumes; ‘Belfry Food Trading,’ specialising in the distribution of
canned and preserved foods, including dairy products, juices, ice creams, and bottled water; along
with ‘Figo Trading,’ which focuses on the wholesale distribution of sweets and nuts.

Mouza Obaid Al Nasri, Acting CEO of Khalifa Fund for Enterprise Development (KFED),
emphasised the Fund’s steadfast commitment to supporting national food and beverage initiatives,
recognising them as a key element in advancing self-sufficiency, ensuring food security, and driving
the diversification of the UAE’s economy. She underscored how Gulfood provides valuable
opportunities for UAE-based entrepreneurs to expand in the global food and beverage market.
Al Nasri remarked: “We are truly elated to be participating in Gulfood 2025, the world’s most
significant annual food and beverage exhibition, for the ninth consecutive year. The platform
presents an ideal opportunity for us to support national food and beverage projects, enabling local
entrepreneurs to showcase their products, including those locally manufactured for the very first
time.This is consistent with our goal of encouraging innovation and enabling local businesses to
grow and thrive internationally.”

The Gulfood 2025 is the largest edition to date, showcasing over a million products from more than
5,500 companies worldwide.

The event features numerous panel discussion, seminars, and workshops covering topics that
focus on the latest industry trends within the food and beverage sector, food security, and
sustainability.
The KFED cordially invites participants to explore its booth at the UAE Pavilion and learn more about
the innovative and premium Emirati products developed by Khalifa Fund members at Gulfood 2025.

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