The facility is one of the market leaders for packaging and processing dates in the world
On April 27, Sheikh Mohammed visited Al Barakah Dates Factory – a privately-owed dates factory in Dubai Industrial City. The 800,000 square feet facility has an annual production capacity of 100,000 tonnes – one of the market leaders for packaging and processing dates in the world.
During the visit, Sheikh Mohammed said the UAE is continuing to strengthen its position as a global hub for advanced food industries, driven by innovation, stronger production chains and more competitive national products. He added that the dates industry is a strong example of how the country has transformed its agricultural heritage into a modern, high-value sector that supports the economy and enhances food security.
Sheikh Mohammed stated that the UAE continues to invest in key sectors that impact people’s lives, especially the food sector, and is developing its national industries to be more globally competitive through advanced technologies, higher production efficiency, and expanded access to international markets.
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The Ruler of Dubai added that the dates industry is part of the UAE’s identity and heritage, and its development reflects a vision of turning resources into sustainable opportunities. He said humanitarian initiatives in the sector, including efforts to combat malnutrition, reflect the UAE’s commitment to improving lives and addressing global food security challenges.
During his tour, Sheikh Mohammed who was accompanied by His Excellency Malek Al Malek, Chairman of TECOM Group, was briefed by the factory founder Saleem Mohammed and his son Yousuf Saleem Mohammed, Managing Director, on production lines, manufacturing and packaging stages, as well as the factory’s range of products.
He reviewed the global reach of the factory’s products, which are exported to 97 countries, with the US, the UK, and EU among the key markets.
The factory is located in Dubai Industrial City and was launched in 2004. It location strategically places it near Jebel Ali Port, Al Maktoum International Airport, and Etihad Rail’s freight terminal, ensuring strong logistics connectivity.
The factory highlights private sector success in the food industry and was founded by businessman Saleem Mohammed, who began his career in Dubai in 1983 before entering the dates trading and processing sector in the 1990s.
1 Billion Meals Dates Factory
Last week, Sheikh Mohammed announced the world’s largest date bar factory, a UAE project aimed at combating global hunger. He stated, ‘The goal is to produce 150 million date-fortified food units annually, dedicated to children suffering from malnutrition and to combat hunger in the least fortunate communities.’
The project is part of the Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Global Initiatives (MBRGI) – a humanitarian organisation launched by Sheikh Mohammed, bringing together a wide range of charitable, relief, and development programmes under one platform.
The Ruler of Dubai also stated that work has begun on the large date bar factory.
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Images: Dubai Media Office
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