Bisconni To Establish AED 110 Million Manufacturing Facility In KEZAD

Khalifa Economic Zones Abu Dhabi (KEZAD Group), the largest operator of specialized economic zones, has signed a 50-year land lease agreement with Bisconni Middle East Manufacturing to establish their state-of-the-art manufacturing facility in KEZAD A (KEZAD Al Ma'mourah).

Bisconni, part of Ismail Industries -- Pakistan's largest producer of confectionery, biscuits, and snacks -- is investing AED110 million (US$30 million) to set up its 37,000-square-meter facility in KEZAD. The plant will focus on manufacturing biscuits and confectionery products, WAM reported.

"We are pleased to welcome Bisconni to KEZAD, reinforcing our commitment to providing world-class infrastructure and strategic opportunities for leading manufacturers," said Mohamed Al Khadar Al Ahmed, CEO, Khalifa Economic Zones Abu Dhabi - KEZAD Group.

"This partnership marks a significant milestone in strengthening Abu Dhabi's position as a regional hub for the food and confectionery industry. With Bisconni's expansion into KEZAD, we look forward to supporting their growth and innovation while contributing to the diversification of the UAE's economy," he added.

Maqsood Ismail, Managing Director of Bisconni Middle East Manufacturing, expressed his appreciation for KEZAD, Abu Dhabi, and UAE authorities for their support in approving projects and assisting in setting up the business.

He also highlighted the company's eagerness to expand internationally and further accelerate growth. The food processing sector is a critical focus for Abu Dhabi, and KEZAD remains dedicated to fostering this industry to support the emirate's goals of food security and sustainability.

Bisconni's new factory is a significant step toward achieving these objectives.

In a similar development last year, KEZAD Group partnered with Emtelle, a global leader in fiber-optic and microduct solutions from Scotland, to open a $50 million innovation and manufacturing facility in KEZAD Area A (KEZAD Al Ma'mourah).

Spanning 48,000 square meters, this advanced facility represents a major milestone in Emtelle's expansion across the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region and highlights the company's commitment to delivering high-quality telecom infrastructure solutions to global markets.

Emtelle Group CEO Tony Rodgers said that the new facility in Abu Dhabi was an important part of their long-term plan to boost capacity and efficiency in one of their fastest-growing markets.