Oman boosts food supply chains with JBS tie-up

Oman Food Investment Holding Company (OFIC), a subsidiary of the Oman Investment Authority, has signed a strategic partnership with Brazilian food giant JBS to develop meat and poultry production facilities and establish a regional export hub. The $150 million investment aims to enhance food supply chains and food logistics, improve food security, and position Oman as a hub for halal meat exports.

Gilberto Tomazoni, Global CEO of JBS, said establishing early stages of supply chains within the region has become strategically important given its large and growing market. He added that the company’s presence in Oman will enable closer access to regional markets and strengthen its footprint in the Middle East.

Under the partnership, JBS will expand operations at Al Namah Poultry Company in Ibri and Al Bashayer Meat Company in Thumrait, covering beef, sheep, and poultry. The integrated facilities are expected to produce around 300,000 tonnes annually, exceeding local demand and enabling exports across the Middle East and beyond.

The project will strengthen food logistics networks, creating reliable systems for sourcing, processing, and distributing protein products. It is also expected to create more than 3,000 jobs across the food production and logistics value chain, supporting local workforce development and industrial growth.

The partnership demonstrates Oman’s commitment to building efficient, resilient food supply chains, leveraging international expertise to modernize food production and logistics. The initiative aligns with Vision 2040, reinforcing Oman’s role as a regional platform for sustainable, high-value food exports.