Jebel Ali Free Zone Authority (Jafza) and World Surfaces FZE, a number one producer of engineered quartz surfaces, in the present day unveiled the most important engineered surfaces manufacturing facility within the Center East and the primary of its form within the UAE.
Representing an funding of roughly USD 27 million (AED 100 million), the sprawling facility spans throughout practically 40,000 sq. metres and marks a major milestone within the growth of World Surfaces’ operations within the Gulf area.
Having commenced industrial manufacturing in February 2024, the ability is provided with superior SCADA-controlled equipment and a number of CNC machines to supply high-quality engineered quartz surfaces that replicate the aesthetics of pure stones.
With an annual manufacturing capability of greater than 620,000 sq. metres, World Surfaces is poised to fulfill the rising demand for premium surfaces within the Gulf and key worldwide markets, together with the USA and Canada.
The occasion celebrating the ability was attended by Abdulla Bin Damithan, CEO & Managing Director, DP World GCC, Mayank Shah, Managing Director, World Surfaces, and senior representatives from the 2 organisations.
Abdulla Bin Damithan, CEO & Managing Director, DP World GCC, stated: “We’re delighted to welcome World Surfaces to Jafza, the place they be a part of a thriving neighborhood of companies. The institution of this superior manufacturing facility will present the development sector with domestically produced high-quality surfaces which beforehand needed to be imported to the UAE. We’re dedicated to rising the UAE’s manufacturing base, offering corporations with state-of-the-art infrastructure and paving the best way for a extra resilient and diversified financial system.”
Mayank Shah, Managing Director, World Surfaces, stated: “The brand new facility is a major milestone in our international development technique, permitting us to capitalise on Jafza’s strategic location and world-class infrastructure to boost our logistics capabilities. This improved connectivity allows environment friendly exports to key markets throughout the Gulf, USA, and Canada, and is important to strengthening our market presence and assembly the rising demand for high-quality engineered surfaces. Our focus is on reaching full capability utilisation throughout the subsequent 12 months whereas exploring additional growth alternatives to proceed setting new requirements within the business.”
Throughout the occasion, World Surfaces launched its new product sequence, “QUARTZITES,” a premium, nature-inspired assortment crafted from the best uncooked supplies and cristobalite, which replicates the look of pure stone. Outfitted with superior patented know-how licensed by Florida-based SQIP, World Surfaces can be set to launch its futuristic “MARQUARTZ” assortment.
Moreover, the corporate can be prioritising eco-friendly manufacturing by utilizing renewable power, recycled supplies, and a sophisticated water remedy system that reuses 80% of water, aligning with the UAE’s Internet Zero 2050 targets and supporting broader sustainability targets.
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