ADQ Acquires Major Stake in Unifrutti to Strengthen Global Fresh Produce Portfolio
Abu Dhabi, UAE – ADQ, the Abu Dhabi-based investment and holding company, has announced an agreement to acquire a majority equity stake in Unifrutti Group, a leading international producer and distributor of fresh fruits and vegetables. This strategic acquisition will not only accelerate Unifrutti’s global growth but also enhance ADQ’s investment portfolio in the food and agriculture sectors, aligning with its commitment to boost food resilience in the UAE.
Expanding Global Reach with a Fresh Produce Leader
Unifrutti Group is renowned for its diverse portfolio of over 100 varieties of fresh produce, including apples, bananas, cherries, grapes, and citrus fruits. With an impressive reach of 560,000 tons of produce sold annually, the company operates over 14,000 hectares of farms across four continents. Serving more than 500 clients in 50 countries, Unifrutti maintains full integration across its production, sourcing, trade, and distribution value chain. By acquiring a significant stake, ADQ aims to enhance Unifrutti’s global growth strategy and further solidify its market position as a top supplier of fresh produce.

ADQ acquires Unifrutti stake
Strategic Investment to Boost UAE’s Food Security
Abu Dhabi, UAE – ADQ, the Abu Dhabi-based investment and holding company, has announced an agreement to acquire a majority equity stake in Unifrutti Group, a leading international producer and distributor of fresh fruits and vegetables. This strategic acquisition will not only accelerate Unifrut UAE – ADQ, the Abu Dhabi-based investment and holding company, has announced an agreement to acquire a majority equity stake in Unifrutti Group, a leading international producer and distributor of fresh fruits and vegetables. This strategic acquisition will not only accelerate Unifrutti’s global growth but also enhance ADQ’s investment portfolio in the food and agriculture sectors, aligning with its commitment to boost food resilience in the UAE.ti’s global growth but also enhance ADQ’s investment portfolio in the food and agriculture sectors, aligning with its commitment to boost food resilience in the UAE.
Unifrutti’s Strategic Vision with ADQ Partnership
Representing Unifrutti’s shareholders, the De Nadai and Mondin families highlighted the synergies between the two organizations. They commented, “ADQ’s track record in the food and agriculture sector makes the company an ideal major shareholder and investor. We share a common belief in the global growth potential of the fresh produce sector and a strategy to capture commercial opportunities present in the sector to generate sustainable growth. As such, this agreement is a significant milestone in Unifrutti’s journey and ADQ’s investment will enable us to expand our global footprint in line with our long-term development strategy.”
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