dsm-firmenich opens Animal Nutrition & Health manufacturing plant in Egypt

dsm-firmenich is delighted to announce the opening of its new Animal Nutrition & Health premix and additives manufacturing plant in Sadat City, Egypt.

Formally inaugurated on 12 September 2024, the facility reflects the company’s commitment to meet increasing demand from mid-range and large livestock farms and feed millers for premixes and innovative feed additives. The new production unit will serve customers in Egypt, the Middle East, Southern Europe and Africa. By enhancing supply reliability and delivering top-quality products, it will offer dsm-firmenich’s customers greater peace of mind—underscored by the firm’s commitment to excellence.

The new facility, covering an area of 10,000 square meters, is equipped with modern infrastructure and advanced technology from Bühler Technologies, incorporating an integrated plant control system with bar coding. With an annual production capacity of 10,000 tons, the plant is designed to meet the highest standards of production efficiency, food safety, quality, and environmental sustainability. It adheres to the highest international quality and safety standards applicable to specialty feed ingredients.

The plant will process a diverse range of specialized animal nutrition products, including vitamins, minerals, and innovative feed additives.

Strategically located in Sadat City, the facility offers excellent logistical advantages, ensuring efficient delivery to customers in the feed and animal protein sectors both domestically and internationally. This new plant, marking the 50th production facility in dsm-firmenich’s global network, will strategically enhance the company’s production capacity. It will enable dsm-firmenich to more effectively meet the needs of its expanding customer base while also fostering local economic growth.

Ivo Lansbergen, President of Animal Nutrition & Health at dsm-firmenich, commented: “Our goal is to enable sustainable animal farming worldwide, working jointly with our customers, our partners, and all players in the value chain. The opening of our new plant in Sadat City will allow us to meet the rising demand for feed premixes, in terms of quantity, quality and reliability, in Egypt and in export markets. At the same time, it will reduce environmental impact within the value chain and enhance profitability for all stakeholders. This plant represents a significant investment in the future of our company and the region. It will not only enhance our production capabilities but also create new job opportunities and contribute to the local economy. We are committed to driving innovation and maintaining the highest quality standards in everything we do.”

On September 12, 2024, distinguished guests, industry leaders, and local dignitaries attended the inauguration ceremony. The event featured a tour of the new plant, showcasing its cutting-edge technologies and advanced manufacturing processes, followed by a formal presentation and a celebratory reception.

dsm-firmenich extends its heartfelt thanks to all partners, employees, and stakeholders who have contributed to the successful completion of this project.