• The acquisition positions Agthia at the forefront of the fast-growing processed protein industry 

Abu Dhabi, UAE: Agthia Group PJSC, the leading food and beverages company, today announced that its shareholders had approved the acquisition of a majority stake in leading regional processed meat producer Nabil Foods, after receiving the required regulatory approvals.

The acquisition marks Agthia’s first entry into the processed protein industry through a well-established brand with distribution in more than 20 local and international markets, and a successful track record of over 75 years. It also expands Agthia’s overall category portfolio, adding processed protein to its existing dates, bottled water, convenience food, flour and animal feed businesses.

Agthia will now have an established presence in Jordan for the first time, allowing for significant cross-selling opportunities. The group will quickly benefit from new revenue streams, cost and revenue synergy opportunities, wider regional and channel expertise, expanded product offerings, and enhanced financial performance and profitability.

Building on the acquisition of Nabil Foods, Agthia’s Board of Directors recently approved the strategic acquisition of a majority stake in Atyab, a prestigious Egyptian producer of frozen processed chicken and beef products, that will further strengthen Agthia’s presence within the processed protein category.

Alan Smith, Chief Executive Officer of Agthia Group, said: “Agthia, through the support of ADQ, is delighted to have Nabil Foods as part of its family, and we are convinced that this transaction will place Agthia at the forefront of a fast-growing protein industry.

“Backed by Agthia’s strong financials, regional operations and industry expertise, we are committed to further developing the Nabil business and brand and are confident about achieving significant growth in both existing and new markets.

“This acquisition is well aligned with our 2025 transformational strategy that is focused on pursuing new, scalable opportunities in the region over the next five years that will help extend Agthia’s market leadership, provide significant value for all our stakeholders and continue to drive profitability with a consumer-centric approach.”

Agthia has acquired an 80% stake in Nabil Foods, including a 60% stake acquired from ADQ, one of the region’s largest holding companies, in exchange for a convertible instrument as well as a further 20% stake acquired from Ideal Holding Limited in exchange for cash. The fixed price at which the convertible instrument will convert into shares in Agthia is AED 5.50 per share, implying an equity value of AED 394 million for a 60% stake in Nabil Foods.

Nabil Foods has a processing capacity of 43,000 tons per year and 600 individual product lines. It is also a sector leader in research and development and will complement Agthia’s own research and development efforts, unlocking opportunities to develop new by-products with higher margins in line with evolving consumer trends.

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About Agthia

Agthia Group is a leading Abu Dhabi based food and beverage company. Established in 2004, the Company is listed on the Abu Dhabi Securities Exchange (ADX) and has the symbol “AGTHIA”. Through Senaat, Agthia Group PJSC is part of ADQ, one of the region’s largest holding companies with a broad portfolio of major enterprises spanning key sectors of Abu Dhabi’s diversified economy.

The Company’s assets are located in the UAE, Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, Oman, Egypt and Turkey. Agthia offers a world class portfolio of integrated businesses providing high quality and trusted food and beverage products for customers and consumers across the UAE, GCC, Turkey and the wider Middle East. More than 4,000 employees are engaged in manufacturing, distribution and marketing various food and beverage products: Water (Al Ain, Al Bayan, Alpin Natural Spring Water, Bambini); Food (Al Foah); Flour (Grand Mills); Animal Feed (Agrivita); Juice (Al Ain Fresh); Dairy (Yoplait); Processed Food (Al Ain Tomato Paste, Frozen Vegetable); Ambient and Frozen Bakery (Grand Mills, Al Faysal Bakery and Sweets). For more information: www.agthia.com  | corpcoms@agthia.com  | Tel: 971 2 506 0600.

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