AD Ports Group inks 50-year lease with Al Ain Mills to construct grain storage,processing facility

UAE – AD Ports Group has signed a landmark 50-year land lease agreement with Al Ain Mills, a member of Al Hazaa Investment Group, to establish a state-of-the-art grain storage and processing facility at Khalifa Port’s South Quay, Abu Dhabi. 

The project, spanning 50,000 square meters, is poised to strengthen the port’s position as a premier trade hub in the region and significantly enhance its grain handling and storage capabilities.

The upcoming facility will boast a storage capacity of approximately 300,000 metric tons and is scheduled to become operational within two and a half years from the commencement of construction.

Strategically located within Khalifa Port, the leased plot will offer Al Ain Mills direct access to deep-water berths and world-class port infrastructure, enabling efficient grain storage and processing operations.

According to partners, the project is poised to foster innovation in grain processing technologies, enhance supply chain efficiencies, and support the UAE’s vision for a diversified and resilient economy.

Saif Al Mazrouei, Chief Executive Officer of Ports Cluster at AD Ports Group, emphasized the strategic importance of the agreement.

We are delighted to welcome Al Ain Mills to Khalifa Port. This agreement underscores the strategic importance of Khalifa Port as a vital trade hub, not only for the UAE but for the entire region,” he said.

According to him, the state-of-the-art grain storage and processing facility will enhance our port’s capabilities and attract more customers seeking world-class infrastructure and seamless access to global markets.

Jamal Al-Hazzaa, Chairman of Al Hazaa Investment Group, highlighted the transformative potential of the partnership.

This partnership embodies our vision to integrate our established expertise in the food industries with the exceptional capabilities of Abu Dhabi Ports in the logistics and supply chain sector. It also represents a strategic step towards bolstering food security and developing infrastructure in line with the highest global standards,” he stated.

On his part, Abdullah Al-Hazzaa, CEO of Al Ain Mills, expressed optimism about the collaboration, extending gratitude to everyone who contributed to the success of this collaboration.

“This collaboration opens new horizons for innovation and excellence, contributing to the localisation of the industry and supporting our national aspirations for the future. We look forward to achieving more fruitful accomplishments in the future,” he remarked.

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