Dubai Export Development Corporation (EDC), the government body charged with promoting exports from the emirate, is participating in the Fine Food Australia (FFA) Exhibition, in a bid to boost F&B exports.

EDC is supporting Iffco, Al Ghurair Foods and Masafi, three leading UAE-based F&B companies, at the Dubai Pavilion in FFA Exhibition which is running from September 22 to 25 at Melbourne Exhibition Centre.

In the UAE, more than Dh5.11 billion ($1.4 billion) has been invested for the past 20 years to develop a value-added food-manufacturing sector which will target local and re-export markets.

“As the official export promotion agency of the Dubai government, EDC’s role is to support F&B manufacturers based in the emirates to develop and diversify their overseas operations. The FFA exhibition is a perfect venue to promote Dubai’s export industry and capabilities across the Australian market as major F&B companies worldwide are participating in the event,” said Saed Al Awadi, chief executive officer, EDC.

“During this exhibition, Dubai and Australian Firms will be able to discuss possible business partnerships.  Eventually, we hope that this opportunity will cement future business deals for Dubai-based F&B companies.”

Fine Food Australia is the definitive exhibition for the food, beverage and hospitality industry, showcasing the latest innovations in food, drink and related equipment.-TradeArabia News Service