Savola Foods Company

Corporate VC Makkah, Saudi Arabia ·Founded 1979

Overview

Savola Foods Company is a key entity under Savola Group, a leading strategic investment holding group in the food and retail sectors across the Middle East and North Africa. The company specializes in manufacturing and promoting a diverse range of products, including edible oils, sugar, pasta, nuts, spices, snacks, and vegetable ghee, reaching over 50 countries worldwide. Savola Foods operates under the umbrella of Savola Group, which also owns Panda Retail Company, one of the largest grocery and retail chains in Saudi Arabia, and holds strategic stakes in prominent companies such as Herfy Food Services and Al Kabeer Group for frozen foods. The company's investment strategy focuses on the food and retail sectors, with a strong presence in Saudi Arabia, Egypt, Iran, Turkey, and Jordan. Savola Foods engages in various stages of investment, including early-stage, growth, late-stage, pre-IPO, buyout, turnaround, and distressed investments. The company has a diverse portfolio, encompassing industries such as food and beverage manufacturing, retail, fast food services, frozen foods, consumer goods, agriculture, supply chain management, logistics, e-commerce, technology, healthcare, real estate, financial services, education, and media and entertainment. Savola Foods has a track record of strategic investments and acquisitions, including the establishment of a margarine production facility in 2018, making it one of the largest production facilities in the Middle East. The company has also expanded its export volume since 2005, exporting to more than 20 countries, including Saudi Arabia, United Arab Emirates, Kuwait, Bahrain, Qatar, Oman, Iraq, Iran, China, Japan, the United States, Canada, Spain, Nigeria, Togo, Djibouti, Equatorial Guinea, Azerbaijan, Turkmenistan, Cyprus, Germany, France, Belgium, the Netherlands, Switzerland, and the United Kingdom. The company's commitment to quality is demonstrated by certifications such as ISO 14001 Environmental Management System, ISO 9001 Quality Management System, ISO 22000 Food Safety Management System, BRC, Kosher, and Halal certificates.

Investment Focus

  • Focus on food and retail sectors
  • Presence in Middle East and North Africa
  • Diverse portfolio across various industries
  • Engagement in multiple investment stages
  • Commitment to quality and sustainability

Portfolio Companies

Panda Retail CompanyHerfy Food ServicesAl Kabeer GroupAfia International CompanySavola Foods Emerging MarketsUnited Sugar CompanyEl-Maleka for Food Industries CompanyInternational Food Industries CompanyGood Food Company

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Frequently asked questions about Savola Foods Company

What sectors does Savola Foods Company invest in?

Savola Foods Company invests in Financial Services, Technology, Healthcare, Consumer Goods, Real Estate and Retail, and is based in Makkah, Saudi Arabia. Savola Foods Company is listed as a corporate vc in the ConnectSafely investor database.

What stage does Savola Foods Company invest at?

Savola Foods Company backs companies at Early Stage, Growth, Late Stage, Pre-IPO, Buyout and Turnaround, writing cheques of 1M - 50M.

Which regions does Savola Foods Company invest in?

Savola Foods Company invests across United States, United Kingdom, Germany, Japan, China and France.

What companies has Savola Foods Company invested in?

Savola Foods Company's portfolio includes Panda Retail Company, Herfy Food Services, Al Kabeer Group, Afia International Company, Savola Foods Emerging Markets, United Sugar Company, El-Maleka for Food Industries Company and International Food Industries Company.

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