The first established UAE dairy achieves 23% growth in its gross operating profits

Dubai, April 28, 2009: Al Ain Dairy, the first established dairy in UAE and a leading producer of dairy products, has announced that it has achieved an impressive 18% growth in sales for the first quarter of 2009 compared to the same period last year. The company has further announced that its gross operating profits have grown by almost 23% due to better efficiencies and cost savings plans which played a major role in strengthening the position of Al Ain Dairy in the heavily competitive market.

Key indicators of the overall sales growth were the impressive sales figures of Juices, growing by 18.5% compared to the same period last year in addition to a 12.5% growth in sales of Dairy products for the first quarter of 2009 (January-March).

Commenting on the sales growth, Eng. Abdullah Saif Saeed Al Darmaki, CEO, Al Ain Dairy, said: "Our strong performance is a result of the combined efforts of the Dairy management and the employees who work hand in hand to provide the top quality fresh dairy products to the customers. We are always keen on developing our labs and factories in order to meet the highest quality, safety and health standards required for our products."

Al Ain Dairy has witnessed steady expansion from its early days. Today, the farm owns three cow farms and one camel farm, in which the animals are raised, treated and milked using the highest techniques and through well trained, highly experienced professionals. The farm is constantly supplying raw milk products to provide the nation with a wide range of locally produced safe, hygienic and high quality dairy products. Furthermore, continual investment in technology and machinery are considered a key factor in ensuring that Al Ain Dairy has the most modern and efficient processing plant with a high volume capacity for production.

"We are looking forward to the many opportunities and challenges that the future will hold. The dairy is committed to continually strive for excellence in all aspects of its operations and to set new standards as a model company in the region", added Al Darmaki. "People are a core asset in the professionalism of the dairy, and we are currently planning for more investment in human resources which continues to be an important area of emphasis. "

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About Al Ain Dairy:
As the first established dairy farm in the UAE in 1981, Al Ain Dairy is considered today as the pioneer in the UAE's dairy farm industry. Having heavily invested in its production phases and owning three cow farms and one camel farm, the company has developed its technological and medical approach to guarantee top quality 100% healthy dairy products.  Worldwide technology including high speed packaging machines, accurate bacteria testing machines and well equipped labs, has been a key factor in positioning Al Ain Dairy as a first choice for customers in the competitive market. Throughout all aspects of its operations, Al Ain Dairy strives for total excellence and quality management in manufacturing the highest quality local dairy products. From gaining HACCP certification in recognition of meeting the highest international standards of product hygiene and safety, to implementing a comprehensive corporate social responsibility program, Al Ain Dairy is committed to inspiring the highest levels of consumer confidence in its products and services. 

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