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155,899 rooms in 552 projects were reported to be under contract in the Middle East in July 2016, representing an 18.8% increase compared to the same period last year. With budding brands and a flurry of signings, hotel chains are looking for innovative

products, services and styles to stand out from the crowd, and companies from Northern Ireland have just the right mix to offer to the Middle East

Hotel Supply Chain Excellence From Northern Ireland

HORECAA rich landscape and innovative producers provide some of the finest foods and drinks. Dry aged meats and fresh seafood are served in the finest restaurants and innovative dairy and non-dairy products are found in the world’s kitchens. Healthy snack foods and ‘free-from’ treats meet the growing demand from discerning customers and guests. Learn more at buynifood.com

HygieneFor all cleaning and hygiene needs in hotel kitchens, restaurants, bars and bedrooms Northern Ireland companies can offer high quality, sustainability focused, cost effective solutions.

LinensThe Northern Ireland tradition for high quality linens stretches back hundreds of years. Our suppliers can offer any hotel a full range of products for dining rooms, bedrooms and bathrooms.

Technology and SecurityOur clients have a growing reputation for excellence and innovation across many security areas ranging from access control to blast resistance.

Stand-by Power SupplyNorthern Ireland is renowned in the area of reliable power supply with experienced companies offering hotels both medium and high voltage systems.

Refrigeration, Cold Rooms & Display EquipmentNorthern Ireland companies provide refrigeration and cold room equipment to some of the leading hotels of the world, including temporary kitchens for events and pop-up cafes for food service.

Build, Interiors and Specialist Fit-OutFrom providing architectural services, interior design, specialist fit-out and joinery to designing, manufacturing and installing carpets, Northern Ireland’s renowned expertise has gone into making some of the most beautiful hotel and hospitality spaces in the world.

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Established in 2008, Glenarm Organic Salmon Ltd is the only Atlantic salmon farmer in the Irish Sea and the sole producer of the world's finest organic salmon. Based in the historic village of Glenarm, County Antrim, the company produces up to 600 tonnes of organic salmon each year, distributed weekly across 15 countries from Singapore to San Francisco. The farms are located in Glenarm Bay and Red Bay off the Antrim coast, separated by 11 miles of fast flowing coastal seawater. Each farm is stocked with a different generation of organically reared smolts all sourced from the island of Ireland. With both whole fish and smoked fish available, Glenarm’s approach to rearing salmon gives priority to the health and welfare of the fish, to the long term protection of the environment and to the delivery of an outstanding product to customers.

Set up in 2005 to bring together a number of heritage-rich textile companies, Vision Support Services now has three leading product brands; Whitakers, Liddell and Hilden. The company has been at the cutting edge of textiles since the 18th century with brands being at the forefront of textiles for over 200 years across Northern Ireland and Lancashire. Vision Support Services is the leading supplier and distributor of luxury, performance and specialist textiles to leaders in global accommodation, retail and healthcare markets. In 2016, we successfully integrated our luxury Liddell brand into our global business. Founded on the banks of the River Lagan in Ireland 1866, Liddell has been crafting and creating beautiful linen for use in the most luxurious settings for over 150 years. From the maiden voyage of the RMS Titanic, to the opening of Dubai’s 7-star Burj Al Arab, the Liddell name carries a reputation for elegance and luxury like no other. Glenarm Organic Salmon

Vision Support Services

Sector: HORECA

Sector: Linen

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@glenarmsalmon

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@visionss_group

ABOUT INVEST NORTHERN IRELAND Invest Northern Ireland is the regional economic development agency for Northern Ireland. Our role is to grow the local economy by helping new and existing business to compete internationally and by attracting new investment to Northern Ireland. In the Middle East, we have international business offices in Dubai Internet City and in Jeddah at the British Consulate General. Invest Northern Ireland’s international business offices help Northern Irish companies increase exports, develop international collaborations and seek new investment, bringing greater prosperity to this part of the region. investni.com

GET IN TOUCHJacky MarananBusiness Development Manager, Invest Northern IrelandP: +971 4 3914705E: [email protected]

@Jacky_investNI

“The UAE has an extensive pipeline of hotel and hospitality developments. Northern Ireland companies are well placed to supply this, offering world-class services and products to help make the guests� stay a unique experience. ”

Wissam W. SaadiRegional Manager, Saudi Arabia, Invest Northern IrelandP: + 96612 622 5550 Ext 2216 E: [email protected]

@Wissam_investNI

“As part of Saudi Arabia's 2030 vision, the Kingdom aims to double its room capacity and develop its tourism sector by opening up to international visitors. Companies from Northern Ireland are already actively supplying hospitality products and services to the region. We are confident that Northern Irish companies will continue to be a prime choice to the Saudi hospitality industry.”


FG Wilson has over 45 years of experience in the supply of diesel and gas generator sets. Product range from 6.8 - 2,500 kVA and includes open and enclosed generator sets providing prime and standby power - from standby domestic use, right up to power modules with the ability to operate as complete power stations supplying electricity to national grids. Graham Scandrett, area sales manager, Middle East, FG Wilson explains: “Over a 50-year history, FG Wilson generator sets have been installed in more than 150 countries worldwide. You’ll find our generator sets installed in many of the world’s most iconic buildings, quietly guaranteeing that they are never without electric power. We offer a full range of generator sets from seven to 2,500 kVA, which ensure security and stability of electric power for small offices through to very large buildings.” Discussing how FG Wilson stands out from the crowd, Scandrett adds: “Once installed, you can count on a lifetime of service from our network of dealers, all of them painstakingly recruited and trained. Many have been in partnership with FG Wilson for two or three decades and are supported by our global aftermarket facility, which stocks 11,500 product lines and ships three million parts a year.”

Kitchenmaster has been manufacturing high quality cleaning and hygiene products for over 30 years, on site in Carryduff, Belfast, for dispatch to distributors all over the world including Ireland, UK, Europe, THE UAE and New Zealand. The Kitchenmaster facility consists of a 30,000 sq ft factory and produces over two million litres of liquid chemicals per annum and 100 tonnes of powder, with more than 120 products manufactured.

As a manufacturer Kitchenmaster keeps overheads low to make prices competitive, selling to distributors at prices they can make a healthy margin on. Kitchenmaster prides itself on its reputation for high quality and reliable delivery performance. All products are manufactured to total quality control standards and the company is a member of CHSA - Cleaning and Hygiene Suppliers Association.

The products are available under the Kitchenmaster brand or distributors can go under their own label and there is a wealth of marketing material, training and support available to aid in the selling of these products.

Products are sold to: hotels, restaurants, bars, nursing homes, hospitals, crèches, convenient stores, F&B factories, bakeries, butchers, cafes, and launderettes and car washes to name a few.

Established in 2004 Kettyle Irish Foods, situated in the idyllic countryside of County Fermanagh, is the original dry aged company. Over the last five years Kettyle’s passion for quality has driven the company to seek sustainable processes, subsequently leading to the salt cave aging process. The salt aging process aims to improve dry aging through a more stable environment of a salt wall and its ionisation properties. Síle Sweeney, sales and marketing coordinator, Kettyle Irish Foods, explains: “Our dry aged Lough Erne lamb and beef which is from traditional breeds such as Angus or Hereford are available in the UAE through our distribution partners Trofima Foodstuff. We initially started the business supplying prime cuts of dry aged beef and lamb and have recently introduced specially selected secondary cuts to the market, our beef cheeks are proving especially popular. We also offer marketing support and staff training to all our customers.” Discussing the company’s differentiating qualities, Sweeney adds: “Our grass fed Beef and Lough Erne lamb is dry aged in the only purpose built dry aging facility in Europe. Our salt moss cave aging ingredients are

extra virgin Irish oriel sea salt, carrageen moss (Irish seaweed) and the rest is our secret! This patented blend produces a natural sea salt brick harvested through an organic production method and is a world first.”

FG Wilson Kettyle Irish Foods

KitchenmasterSector: Stand-by power supply Sector: HORECA Sector: Hygiene

GET IN TOUCHW: FGWilson.comP: +44 28 904 95000

@FGWilson

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GET IN TOUCHW: kettyleirishfoods.comE: [email protected] P: +971 55 764 3730

@linden9023 / @irishfoodsinuae



Since its inception in Northern Ireland in 1977, Lowe Rental has grown to become of the world’s leading short term refrigeration and catering equipment rental company and a major supplier of commercial refrigerated display and storage equipment with the extensive range of equipment sourced from around the globe. Tina Morgan, business development manager, Lowe rental says: “We provide refrigeration and catering rental equipment to exhibitions, events and large retailers globally and are appointed as official trusted partners in over 30 countries. Our reputation is built on reliability, quality of equipment and service as well as our high level of expertise and specialist knowledge of the kitchen equipment industry.” Discussing the rental company’s product range, Morgan adds: “Lowe Rental operates the largest fleet of temporary modular cold rooms globally. This flexible solution provides a quality storage facility for many different industries from prepped food storage in temporary production kitchens. Lowe modular cold rooms offer a unique cold storage product which is flexible and can be constructed in a range of sizes, has dual temperature function and can be used indoors and outdoors.” Other equipment available for rental in the UAE includes a full range of high quality catering equipment alongside the refrigeration units.

The Deluxe Group is a Northern Ireland based high-end fit-out, family run firm and has been successfully operating in the bespoke interiors markets since 1969. Deluxe provides bespoke joinery manufacturing to high end, quality-led projects in the hospitality, leisure, commercial, retail and luxury residential market sectors. It has worked with some of London’s leading hotels. Corin Hawthorne is responsible for the business development and operations for the company explains: “Deluxe have been involved in the hospitality fit-out sector since 1969 and have grown organically from a specialist painting and decorating contractor into a dynamic fit-out contractor offering in-house joinery and theming

services to a range of sectors including theme parks, hotels, luxury residential, and corporate office projects. We have recently invested heavily in a new state of the art joinery production facility at our base in Northern Ireland and have also opened a new office at Burj Gate in Downtown Dubai to service our projects in the GCC.” Currently in the UAE, The Deluxe Group are helping to bring life to five attractions based on Sony Pictures Studios movies in motiongate Dubai, part of the multi themed leisure and entertainment destination resort, Dubai Parks and Resorts.

Lakeland Dairies has a heritage of success spanning over 120 years. The modern day Lakeland Dairies Group was formed in 1990 through the merger of the then Killeshandra and Lough Egish Co-operatives, established in 1896 and 1902 respectively. Since then, through a process of organic and acquisitive growth, the co-operative has created a dynamic business as one of Northern Ireland's top dairy processors. Peter Hallmanns, senior advisory chef, Middle East, South African and India, Lakeland Dairies explains: “We process over 1.2 billion litres of milk per annum and produce highly appealing, value-added dairy products for use in food preparation and direct use by our clients’ consumers throughout the international foodservice industry. We have been trading in the food service and retail channels in the Middle East since 1980.”

Discussing the company’s extensive product variety, Hallmanns says: “We provide the hospitality industry with top-end dairy creams, specialised blended cream solutions, pastry and bakery items. As a dairy company we cannot forget our butter range from 25kg down to hospitality sized portions. The remainder of our range takes up the Millac Maid mini milk pots, our new Lakeland Milk and Creamer Sticks and our soft serve ice cream powders. Millac Gold is one of our strongest products and we’ve just made an improvement to make it taste just like dairy cream. The product is a versatile cream blend ideal for cooking, whipping and pouring.”

Lowe Rental Lakeland Dairies

The Deluxe Group

Sector: Refrigeration, cold rooms and display equipment Sector: HORECA Sector: Build, Interiors and Specialist Fit-Out

GET IN TOUCHW: lowerental.com P: +971 4 882 9440

@ColdProvider

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@TheDeluxeGroup

GET IN TOUCHW: lakeland.ieE: [email protected] P: + 971 4 398 1300

@LakelandDairies


Established in 2013 Lignum Interiors are bespoke joinery manufacturers and specialise in the production, manufacture and installation of custom joinery and bespoke woodworking. Based in County Down, Northern Ireland, the company has international experience exporting around the world and has worked on projects destined for the United States, Canada and across Europe. In the Middle East it has recently completed the manufacture and installation of a luxury apartment in Sulaymaniyah, Iraq. The company also works with Skopos Interiors, its partner based in the UAE, to bring its expertise and skill in creating quality joinery made to the highest of standards for the Middle East. Lignum Interiors is a highly regarded provider of bespoke kitchens, furniture, traditional Irish pubs, bars and restaurants, custom built reception counters, shop fit-outs, cruise liners and architectural joinery for both the commercial and residential sectors. Its team is made up of time served industry professionals and craftsmen. Their passion about their work is evident in the care and attention to detail and the exquisite finish of the projects that leave the workshop.

Ulster Carpets have been manufacturing the highest quality axminster and wilton products for over 75 years. Throughout this time, the company has remained family owned and continues to manufacture entirely within the UK, controlling each part of the process, from processing the yarn in Yorkshire right through to dyeing, weaving and finishing at the company’s headquarters in Northern Ireland. Ensuring a superior quality product at every stage. Ahmed Nour, regional manager, Middle East, Ulster Carpets explains: “Ulster's PSYLO™ weaving technology enables designers to include a greater number of colours over and above the industry standard. These unique capabilities create an unprecedented depth of design without the need for a repeating pattern, resulting in flooring masterpieces. Ulster Carpets have local sales people in our key markets delivering a superb standard of customer service.” Ulster Carpets will be opening a new dye house at its Northern Ireland headquarters. The new facility will increase efficiency and reduce energy consumption in line with Ulster Carpets sustainability policy. Ulster Carpet’s has an extensive portfolio of hospitality clients, including, Marriott International, Hilton Worldwide, The Ritz Carlton, Sofitel Dubai and Mandarin Oriental.

Greenfields Ireland Limited was established in 1992 and, from its formation it has to employ a workforce of 30 people with offices in Belfast, Northern Ireland, Nantwich, England, and Dubai, UAE. Greenfields is an international dairy trading company supplying dairy ingredients, specialist milk products and finished dairy products to customers throughout Europe, the Middle East, South America, Far East and Africa. The company sources an extensive range of products including butter, AMF, milk powders and a range of cheeses from suppliers locally in Northern Ireland to suppliers in United Kingdom, throughout Europe, Asia, North and South America and Oceania. The Belfast office is the hub of sales and marketing and export administration teams and is focused on anticipating and meeting the needs of the global customer base. Greenfields Ingredients is principally involved in the supply of a range of dairy ingredients to its UK customer base including leading food manufacturers. The experienced sales team of Greenfields Ingredients is able to serve the needs of the UK customer base with technical and administrative support from the head office.

Ulster Carpets Greenfields Ireland Ltd

Lignum Interiors

Sector: Build, Interiors and Specialist Fit-Out

Sector: Build, Interiors and Specialist Fit-Out

Sector: HORECA

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@Lignum_Int

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@UlsterCarpets

GET IN TOUCHW: greenfieldsireland.comE: [email protected]: +971 4 311 7171


Zenith Hygiene GroupFirst established in 2003, AJ Power

manufactures diesel generating sets from 8kWe to 2.7MWe in Craigavon, in the UK using automotive manufacturing techniques. AJ Power sets are distributed in over 80 countries across the five continents and are used in a wide variety of applications – villages in the Andes, airports in Scandinavia, factories in the Middle East, mines in Laos, hospitals in New Zealand and large data centres throughout the world. Ian McClay, sales manager, AJ Power explains: The company’s strength lies in engineering excellence built on experience. Drawing on these skills and utilising the latest technology we provide a cost effective, reliable source of power, with suitable solutions to cover a wide range of industries.”

Discussing a recent achievement for the company, McClay adds: “AJ Power is one of a small select group of companies to be recognised in this year’s Queens Award for Enterprise 2016 – the United Kingdom’s highest accolade for business success. The award was received in recognition of the company’s outstanding growth in international trade over the last three years.”

AJ Power Sector: Stand-by power supply

GET IN TOUCHW: ajpower.net E: [email protected]: +971 50 100 4756

@ajpower

Established over 25 years ago, CEM Systems - part of Tyco Security Products, is a leading provider of access control and integrated security management systems. CEM provides advanced security management solutions which include integrated access control, ID badging, command and control and an advanced range of card readers. The core AC2000 access control system is fully integrated security management system with the capability of integrating with third party security systems such as video and fire, intrusion. Philip Verner, sales director, EMEA, CEM Systems explains: “CEM’s AC2000 access control system and card readers provide the hospitality industry with a highly secure yet flexible solution. With AC2000 multiple sites can be linked together, meaning a hotel chain can have one central access control system to manage multiple hotels and buildings across various locations. This increases efficiencies by preventing duplication of work and reduces costs as staff travelling between locations can use the same access card. With AC2000 Security Hub, a centralised command and control interface allows for a single set up to manage all sites through one central security team, with clear alarm workflows and accountability.”

CEM SystemsSector: Technology and Security Sector: Hygiene

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@CEMSystems

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@ZenithHygiene


Zenith Hygiene Group is the UK’s largest independent manufacturer of cleaning and hygiene products. With over 15 years’ experience Zenith has always exceeded its customers’ expectations through consistent delivery of quality, service and value. Aiming to always work in partnership with customers, Zenith provides clean and hygienic environments and reduces their long-term costs. Applying the Zenith unique industry knowledge to specific customer needs, the company can always offer the right product.

With over 3,000 customers operating more than 10,000 sites across the UK, Zenith services from independent owner-managed businesses, to large national operators and many customers have been loyal for more than five or ten years.

Zenith only works with export partners who match its high standards of doing business; quality cleaning and hygiene products and outstanding service. Sustainability is also an integral part of the company’s success. As the UK’s largest independent manufacturer of cleaning, sanitisation and hygiene products, Zenith constantly seeks to improve the performance of products for customers but never at the expense of safety or environmental impact.

Zenith works in numerous sectors including F&B, healthcare, sport and leisure and exports.

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