Silver Line Gate Group (SLG Group) has commenced the construction of a massive AED 200 million integrated manufacturing hub at Dubai Industrial City, one of TECOM Group PJSC’s premier business districts.
The facility will span 1.37 million square feet and is set to open next year, enhancing Dubai’s role as a global industrial hub.
Announced during the SIAL Paris 2024 exhibition, the state-of-the-art hub will feature manufacturing, warehousing, and corporate offices. SLG Group, known for brands like Lancy, Gardo, and Silva, will produce 90,000 tonnes of milk powder and 10,000 tonnes of butter annually at the new facility, strengthening its product lines.
Saud Abu Alshawareb, Executive Vice President of TECOM Group, emphasized the facility’s contribution to the UAE’s food security strategy, stating that SLG Group embodies Dubai Industrial City’s vision of advancing sustainable food value chains.
Shereen Saeed, General Manager of SLG Group, highlighted Dubai's strategic location and world-class infrastructure as key factors for the company's expansion, which will serve markets across the GCC, Africa, and Southeast Asia. The hub is expected to generate 300 new jobs and significantly boost the regional manufacturing sector.
SLG Group’s facility will feature fully automated machinery to ensure operational efficiency and product quality. Its proximity to major transport networks, including Al Maktoum International Airport and Jebel Ali Port, will support seamless connectivity for market expansion.
Dubai Industrial City continues to play a crucial role in promoting the UAE’s "Made in UAE" initiative, housing over 1,000 customers and 300 operational factories.
News Source: Dubai Media Office
