Almarai Company, the world's largest vertically integrated dairy company and the leading food and beverage manufacturer and distributor in the Middle East, has signed a membership agreement with the Saudi Credit Bureau (SIMAH). This step aims to enhance financial transparency and the exchange of credit information, supporting the stability of the financial sector and contributing to the goals of Saudi Arabia's Vision 2030.
The agreement was signed by Mr. Danko Maras, Chief Financial Officer of Almarai, and Mr. Alaa Al-Mushhadi, Head of Business Development at SIMAH. This partnership aligns with Almarai's strategy to adopt best practices in credit risk management and foster collaboration with leading institutions to support economic growth.
Through this membership, Almarai will gain access to SIMAH's comprehensive database, which provides accurate and up-to-date credit information. This will enable the company to enhance its creditworthiness assessments, make data-driven financial decisions, and support SMEs by facilitating access to innovative credit products.
Mr. Danko Maras emphasized the importance of this step, stating:
"Joining SIMAH reflects Almarai's commitment to building a transparent and stable financial ecosystem, in line with our vision to enhance food security and economic development, and support the Kingdom's efforts in diversifying vital sectors."
Mr. Alaa Al-Mushhadi praised the partnership, noting that:
"This collaboration will help improve the quality of credit data and empower the financial sector to play its pivotal role in supporting economic activities, especially within the strategic framework of Vision 2030."
This agreement marks a continuation of Almarai's efforts to adopt innovative financial solutions and reinforce its social responsibility, by establishing strategic partnerships that promote market stability and drive innovation.
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Almarai Co SJSC is a Saudi Arabia-based integrated consumer food and beverage group. The Group operates under the following segments: Dairy and Juice, Bakery, Poultry and Other Activities. The Dairy and Juice segment is operated under the Almarai, Beyti and Teeba brand names. The Bakery segment products are manufactured and traded by Western Bakeries Company Limited and Modern Food Industries Company Limited, a joint venture with Chipita, under the brand names L’usine and 7 Days respectively. The Poultry segment products are manufactured and traded by Hail Agricultural Development Company under the Alyoum brand name. The Other Activities segment includes Arable, Horticulture and Infant Nutrition. Infant Nutrition products are manufactured by Almarai Baby Food Company Limited and traded by International Pediatric Nutrition Company under Nuralac and Evolac brands.
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