Dubai Airport Free Zone (DAFZ), a member of the Dubai Integrated Economic Zones Authority (DIEZ), will showcase its extensive range of services and competitive investment at the 29th edition of Gulfood 2024 (February 19-23), one of the largest events for food and beverage suppliers worldwide, at the Dubai World Trade Centre, a report said.

DAFZ will also highlight its distinctive services for the food and beverage sector at the event that is expected to host 5,500 exhibitors and visitors from more than 190 countries, Emirates News Agency, WAM said.

This, it said, aligns with its goal to position DAFZ as the ideal platform for companies to establish their businesses and expand into the most promising markets worldwide, leveraging the plentiful opportunities available in the UAE market in particular.

DAFZ will offer visitors insights into the free zone’s world-class facilities, top-notch handling services, and attractive incentives designed to facilitate business operations.

Additionally, attendees will have the opportunity to learn about customs facilities, logistical services, and innovative storage solutions tailored specifically for the food and beverage sector.

Maitha Al Mheiri, Director of Marketing and Business Growth at DAFZ, said: "DAFZ's participation in Gulfood 2024 aligns with our unwavering commitment to highlight Dubai as a prosperous global investment hub, and to contribute to expanding business networks and commercial relations between Dubai and various global markets.

“Additionally, we seek to bolster the standing of DAFZ as a pivotal link between markets in the Middle East, Europe, the Indian subcontinent, and the Far East, fostering growth and prosperity across borders.”

“Participating in Gulfood provides DAFZ with a prestigious global platform to attract more international companies. It serves as an opportunity to showcase our advanced facilities and world-class benefits and services.

“Engaging with companies involved in the manufacturing, distribution, and trade of food and beverages allows us to stay abreast of the latest industry trends. This insight enables us to understand the current and future needs of companies operating from DAFZ, ensuring that we can meet their requirements according to the highest standards of quality and excellence.”

DAFZ hosts several companies specialising in the food, beverage, and agricultural commodities sectors, and this includes some of the most important and famous international brands, including Heinz MEA, Red Bull Asia, Haribo ME, Kägi Söhne AG, and many others.