Al Bayader International, the UAE’s sustainable and innovative manufacturer and supplier of packaging and cleaning solutions for diverse uses, has expanded the regional supply chain for food packaging products through a strategic partnership with Aramex (DFM: ARMX), a leading global provider of comprehensive logistics and transportation solutions.
The partnership underlines Al Bayader International’s focus on building a strong and efficient supply chain for food packaging products that record growing demand. It will also enhance Al Bayader International’s e-commerce capabilities assuring on-time last-mile delivery for both business-to-business (B2B) and business-to-consumer (B2C) segments.
Nidal Haddad, Founder & CEO of Al Bayader International,said: “In the past months, we have focused on building our manufacturing capabilities through the opening of new plants as well as expanding our facilities. We have also strengthened our retail presence through added outlets. As part of evolving our services to meet the growing requirements of clients, we are now investing in enhancing our logistics and supply chain considerably which also helps us to leverage the e-commerce potential. Through this partnership, we will leverage the technological and logistical strengths of Aramex to create more value and high-quality service to our customers.”
“With the UAE focused on building its manufacturing base and diversifying the economy, a well-rounded logistical supply chain for Made in the Emirates products is a strategic imperative. We aim to achieve this through our partnership with Aramex, which will also grow our business and boost exports,” added Haddad.
Through the new partnership, Aramex will not only support Al Bayader in its e-commerce operations and expansions, but also on optimising its B2B supply chain by using Aramex`s facilities and expertise. The two entities will work together to implement the latest technologies in supply chain management.
Ahmad Marie, General Manager of Aramex in the UAE, said: “As a leading industry player, Aramex is continuously focused on further developing and strengthening the e-commerce ecosystem. Al Bayader International has established its credentials in the food packaging sector through its in-country manufacturing capabilities already, and this partnership will further strengthen its supply chain and create additional value to the economy, while supporting Al Bayader in its regional expansion.”
Headquartered in Dubai, Al Bayader International’s manufacturing plants are located in Sharjah and Jebel Ali. The Company serves supermarkets, hypermarkets, convenience stores and the global F&B industry through hotels, casual dining restaurant chains, cafeterias, coffee shops, catering companies, foodstuff traders, airlines, hospitals and more.
Al Bayader International’s products include single-use tableware, single-use food containers, baking moulds and sheets, bags & wrapping systems, cleaning & hygiene products, food decoration items, foil and film rolls, paper products, and bottles & jars.
Al Bayader is among the first accredited Middle Eastern packaging companies to obtain BRC grade AA, an internationally recognized standard. It also has the highly stringent Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) certification that ensures products come from responsibly managed forests that provide environmental, social and economic benefits. The company’s processes are under quality, management, health, safety, hygiene and environment certifications for ISO 9000, 14001 and 4500 certifications.
