UAE-based grocery retailer LuLu Group International is considering expanding its selection of Georgian products across its retail locations.
Minister of agriculture, Otar Shamugia, met with Lulu’s representatives to discuss the export of agri-food products produced in Georgia and their placement in the company’s trading network.
However, some Georgian goods are already present in LuLu Group’s facilities trading network. As Mr Shamugia said: “With the support of the Georgian government and the implementation of relevant state projects, the country’s local production, storage and processing capacities are increasing year by year, enhancing the export potential of Georgian quality and competitive products.
“We are continuously working to diversify the market and promote Georgian products globally. Georgian products are displayed at all important international exhibitions with the state’s assistance. Placing products in the LuLu Group’s trade network is an excellent opportunity for local entrepreneurs to improve exports while promoting Georgian products. We will do our best to help entrepreneurs and increase Georgian product exports.”
Phyto and veterinary certificates are issued in Georgia in compliance with international standards. Everything is done in the country to ensure the manufactured products meet the criteria.
Director of LuLu Group International, Salim M.A., said: “LuLu Group operates in 23 countries around the world (Gulf, Middle East, Asia, America, and Europe), where it owns the LuLu retail chain (248 hypermarkets and 24 shopping centres) and distribution companies. The annual turnover of the company is $9 billion.
“We want Georgian fruits, vegetables, dry fruits, nuts, lamb and other products to be represented in our trade network.”
LuLu Group International is the largest trading company in the UAE which specialises in sectors such as retail trade/commerce, hypermarkets, shopping centre management, product manufacture and processing, wholesale distribution, hotels and real estate development.
