AD Ports Group Signs Two Land Leases of over 500,000 sqm With Indian Firms in KEZAD Abu Dhabi – Food Industry News

New Jindal Saw and Haldiram’s Facilities Will See Over AED 1 Billion invested, and over 1,300 jobs created to Enhance Abu Dhabi’s Food and Metals Manufacturing Capabilities

Jindal SAW to Expand with Steel Manufacturing Facility

Jindal Saw Group, a leading global manufacturer of steel pipes, tubes and fittings will expand its presence in ICAD – KEZAD Musaffah, with a new 300,000 MTPA seamless pipe manufacturing facility.

The approx. AED 1 billion expansion, covering approximately 400,000 square metres, will focus on the production of steel seamless tubes, fittings, and pipes. The scope of operations also includes precision machining and metal forming. These high-precision products are designed for the exploration and transportation of oil and gas, serving both regional and international markets.

P.R. Jindal, Chairman of Jindal SAW Group, said: “Our enduring partnership with KEZAD Group has been pivotal in accelerating our regional growth. Expanding our Abu Dhabi operations is a significant achievement for Jindal SAW, reinforcing our commitment to innovation and serving global energy markets. KEZAD’s integrated infrastructure, connectivity and investor-friendly environment provide a robust platform for our future expansion”.

Haldiram Global’s to Set Up Food Manufacturing Hub

The USD 10 billion Indian sweets and snacks giant, Haldiram Snacks Food Private Limited, will establish through its subsidiary, its first manufacturing hub in MENA, in KEZAD.

The new facility, spread over approximately 114,000 square metres in KEZAD Al Ma’mourah, represents an investment of AED 150 – 200 million from Haldiram’s and will feature upto 11 distinct production lines catering to diverse global consumer preferences. The project will create more than 300 jobs.

Manohar Lal Agarwal, Chairman, Haldiram Group, said: “Setting up our manufacturing base in KEZAD aligns with our vision to reach new markets with efficiency and reliability. Abu Dhabi’s advanced infrastructure, supportive regulatory environment, and KEZAD’s supply chain efficiencies and world-class logistics make it the perfect base for our expansion into the Middle East, and North African markets.”

The land lease agreement marks a major milestone in Haldiram’s international expansion strategy and reinforces Abu Dhabi’s position as a key destination for global food manufacturing and trade.Investors benefit from KEZAD’s multimodal connectivity through Khalifa Port, Etihad Rail, and major highways, supported by competitive operating costs and an investor friendly environment, along with creating more than 300 jobs.