Sharjah: Sharjah Airport International Free Zone (SAIF Zone) has taken a significant step forward in establishing itself as a prime location for innovative investment with the inauguration of the first industrial enzyme production facility in the Middle East. This groundbreaking facility has been set up by BeeyahTech Chemicals Industries FZC and spans over 8,600 square feet, with a total investment of approximately AED6 million.
According to Emirates News Agency, the new facility aims to expand BeeyahTech Chemicals Industries' reach into critical sectors such as petroleum, textiles, and detergents. By leveraging cutting-edge biotechnology, the company plans to offer sustainable, high-performance enzyme solutions that enhance operational efficiency and reduce the environmental impact of industrial processes. The choice of SAIF Zone for this facility underscores BeeyahTech's confidence in the zone's global standing, advanced infrastructure, and supportive environment, which caters to a wide array of industries.
The facility's inauguration was attended by prominent figures, including Saud Salim Al Mazrouei, Director of the Sharjah Airport International Free Zone; Hamdan Al Hosni, Vice President Supplier Management at ADNOC; and Hamed Said Al Rawahy, Chairman of BeeyahTech. The event also saw the presence of officials and executives from both parties, as well as representatives from ADNOC, the United Arab Emirates University (UAEU), and numerous business leaders and investors operating within the SAIF Zone.
Saud Salim Al Mazrouei, alongside attending dignitaries, conducted a tour of the newly launched facility, where they were briefed on the production lines, operational processes, and the advanced technologies used in the manufacture of industrial enzymes. The delegation explored key departments, including research and development laboratories and automated systems dedicated to quality assurance and production oversight. The facility, designed in accordance with international standards for environmental performance and process efficiency, sets a benchmark for sustainable industrial development in the UAE and the Middle East.
Al Mazrouei emphasized that under the wise leadership of His Highness Sheikh Dr. Sultan bin Mohammed Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah, the Emirate has emerged as a model for attracting high-value industrial investment and fostering a diverse, resilient economy that supports sustainable development. He highlighted that SAIF Zone provides international companies with a strategic gateway to regional and global markets, backed by world-class infrastructure and streamlined business services. The decision by BeeyahTech Chemicals Industries to establish a specialized enzyme formulation production facility in the zone, he added, signifies growing global confidence in Sharjah's industrial ecosystem and its role as a leading hub for chemical manufacturing, a sector prioritized under the UAE's industrial strategy.
Al Mazrouei reaffirmed SAIF Zone's unwavering commitment to nurturing a business-friendly environment that promotes innovation, competitiveness, and sustainable growth for all companies operating in the region.
Hamed Said Al Rawahy expressed that the decision to establish the new facility in SAIF Zone was influenced by strategic factors aligned with BeeyahTech's growth objectives, including low operating costs, prime geographic location, advanced logistics infrastructure, and investor-friendly policies. These factors make SAIF Zone an ideal base for the company's regional and global operations. He further stated that the new facility will integrate advanced biotechnology across various production lines to enhance efficiency and reduce carbon emissions, initially focusing on the petroleum, textile, and detergent sectors. With this foundation, BeeyahTech plans to gradually expand into other industrial fields as part of its long-term strategy.
The industrial enzymes market is poised for significant growth, projected to increase from US$7.9 billion in 2024 to US$11.2 billion by 2029, with a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 7.2%. Demand for industrial enzymes is steadily rising across key sectors such as textiles, paper, detergents, and food and beverages.