Arab Finance: Beyti, an Almarai subsidiary, has invested more than EGP 30 million in laboratory testing and quality control systems as part of efforts to strengthen food safety standards and support Egypt's food industry, according to an emailed press release.

The company announced the investment during a media awareness session titled "From Standards to Implementation: Advancing Egypt's Vision for Enhanced Food Quality and Safety," attended by National Food Safety Authority (NFSA) Chairman Tarek El Houby and Beyti General Manager Chris Abboud.

The event brought together government officials and industry representatives to discuss the private sector's role in strengthening Egypt's food quality and safety ecosystem and enhancing cooperation among stakeholders.

El Houby said food safety has become "a shared national responsibility" requiring close cooperation between regulators and the private sector to build a more efficient, transparent, and sustainable food system.

Meanwhile, Abboud mentioned that Beyti continues to invest in quality, innovation, and workforce development to support Egypt's food security and industrial competitiveness.

The company operates 32 production lines equipped with automated manufacturing technologies and conducts more than 11 million tests annually across all stages of production.

Beyti also carries out over 1,000 internal inspection and self-monitoring campaigns and more than 7,000 hours of audits and reviews each year to ensure compliance with food safety standards.

Moreover, Beyti is included on the National Food Safety Authority's White List, reflecting its compliance with regulatory and operational standards and reaffirming its commitment to supporting Egypt's efforts to build a more efficient and sustainable food system through public-private collaboration.