Tanmiah Food Company has achieved significant recognition at the prestigious Gulfood 2026 event, where it was shortlisted for three Gulfood Innovation Awards. This annual exhibition, held in Dubai, is the largest food and beverage trade show globally, attracting industry leaders and innovators from around the world.
Participating from January 22, 2026, Tanmiah aims to reinforce its commitment to innovation, quality, and sustainable practices. The company showcased a diverse portfolio of value-added poultry products and food solutions, highlighting a focus on health, convenience, and sustainability.
Shortlisted Innovations
Tanmiah’s products have been recognized in three distinct categories at the Gulfood Innovation Awards 2026. The company’s new Breaded Chicken Range, made from 100% fresh Saudi chicken, has been nominated for the Best Frozen or Chilled Product. This range includes the nutritious Tanmiah PLUS line, featuring a veggie coating and bold KOREAN flavor strips.
Additionally, their Taste Secrets BBQ and Butter Chicken marinated premium boneless chicken have earned a nomination for Best Meat and Poultry Product. Finally, Tanmiah’s pioneering zero-emission refrigerated electric vehicles have been shortlisted for the Best Logistics Solution Award, emphasizing the company’s commitment to environmentally responsible practices.
These accolades highlight Tanmiah’s dedication to delivering healthier, convenient options that meet the evolving needs of consumers while ensuring superior quality and efficiency across its supply chain.
Industry Impact
The Gulfood Innovation Awards are recognized as a benchmark for food and beverage innovation in the Middle East, celebrating products and concepts that drive market trends in health, sustainability, and consumer convenience. The awards reflect excellence in various food categories, setting the stage for future developments in the rapidly expanding regional market.
Zulfiqar Hamadani, Group CEO of Tanmiah Food Company, expressed pride in the company’s achievements. He stated, “Our participation in Gulfood 2026 reflects Tanmiah’s continued focus on innovation, quality, and sustainable growth. As a leading Saudi food producer, we are committed to advancing locally produced, high-quality food solutions that respond to evolving consumer needs and contribute to a more resilient regional food ecosystem.”
Engagement at Gulfood
At Gulfood 2026, Tanmiah is set to engage with partners, potential clients from the retail and HORECA sectors, and suppliers. This interaction allows visitors to explore Tanmiah’s extensive product offerings and innovative solutions tailored to meet business needs effectively.
Marcos Delorenzo, CEO of Agricultural Development Company, which oversees Tanmiah’s Poultry Division, emphasized the company’s innovation at every operational level. “Innovation is embedded across our poultry operations, from product development to logistics transformation. Being shortlisted across three Innovation Award categories validates our continuous efforts to enhance efficiency, resilience, and customer value addition across the entire value chain,” he said.
Zein Attar, Managing Director at Tanmiah Food Company, also highlighted the importance of Gulfood as a platform for collaboration. “Gulfood provides a vital platform to engage with regional and global partners and reinforce Tanmiah’s growth ambitions. We continue investing in advanced food solutions aligned with market needs and long-term value creation.”
About Tanmiah Food Company
Founded in 1962, Tanmiah Food Company is a prominent provider of fresh poultry, processed proteins, and animal feed in the Middle East. The company is publicly listed on the Saudi stock market and is backed by the Al-Dabbagh Holding Group as a founding shareholder.
Tanmiah operates a fully integrated business model that encompasses production, processing, and distribution. It runs 149 farms, seven hatcheries, four feed mills, and four primary processing plants, with further processing capabilities through joint ventures. The company distributes its products across Saudi Arabia, the UAE, Bahrain, Oman, Jordan, and Kuwait, utilizing a comprehensive network of wholesalers, retailers, food service outlets, and direct online sales.
Sustainability remains a core principle for Tanmiah, with initiatives that include planting a million trees and repurposing wastewater from its facilities into usable resources. For more information, visit www.tanmiah.com.
