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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.

Acting CEO of Khalifa Fund for Enterprise Development (KFED), Mouza Obaid Al Nasri, 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.

Notably, KFED booth at the UAE Pavilion showcasing innovative and premium Emirati products
developed by the Khalifa Fund.

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