Al Ain Farms Group and FoodIQ Partner to Revolutionize Food-Tech in MENA

Deal News | Jun 16, 2025 | Zawya

Al Ain Farms Group and FoodIQ Partner to Revolutionize Food-Tech in MENA

Al Ain Farms Group (AAFG), the largest national provider of protein and beverages in the UAE, has partnered with Finnish food-tech company FoodIQ to bring innovative food manufacturing technology to the MENA region. The strategic joint development agreement allows AAFG to be the first to implement FoodIQ's Multi-Layer Cooker (MLC) technology outside Finland. The MLC system promotes clean-label manufacturing, allowing for sustainable, efficient, and flexible food production. This collaboration supports the UAE's Food Security Strategy 2051 and the National Strategy for Industry and Advanced Technology, enhancing AAFG's R&D capabilities. FoodIQ's technology will facilitate the local production of new high-protein, natural foods, aligning with the growing consumer demand for healthier options. The partnership showcases the UAE's emerging role as a global hub for sustainable food-tech.

Sectors

  • Food Technology
  • Agriculture and Food Production

Geography

  • United Arab Emirates – The location where Al Ain Farms and FoodIQ are implementing new food-tech. The partnership enhances the UAE's stance in advanced food manufacturing and aligns with national strategies.
  • Finland – The home of FoodIQ, which provides the food-tech expertise and technology being implemented in the UAE.

Industry

  • Food Technology – The industry pertains to the integration of technology in food production for improved sustainability, efficiency, and consumer-friendly products. The collaboration introduces first-of-its-kind technology in the MENA region.
  • Agriculture and Food Production – Involves the production of food through innovative technological means, highlighting the synergy between local manufacturing and technology to address nutrition and sustainability.

Financials

    Participants

    NameRoleTypeDescription
    Al Ain Farms GroupTarget CompanyCompaniesThe UAE's largest national provider of protein and beverages, engaging in a joint agreement with FoodIQ to bring food-tech advancements to the MENA region.
    FoodIQTechnology ProviderCompaniesA Finnish food-tech innovator supplying its proprietary Multi-Layer Cooker technology to Al Ain Farms to enhance local production capabilities.
    Ghitha Holding PJSCBacking CompanyCompaniesAn investment group supporting Al Ain Farms Group in expanding their capabilities and self-sufficiency.
    Yas Holding LLCBacking CompanyCompaniesA UAE-based investment group involved in driving national self-sufficiency and sustainable food systems, backing AAFG.
    Business FinlandAttendeeGovernmentA government organization representing Finnish businesses and supporting international partnerships like AAFG and FoodIQ.