ABOUT US
MESSAGE FROM THE CEO
Welcome to Savola Group’s official website — a platform where we share our vision for a future built on strong values, and driven by innovation and sustainability across the food, retail, and strategic investment sectors.
Established in 1979, Savola Group is a leading strategic investment holding group with a strong presence in the food and retail sectors across the Middle East and North Africa. Savola Foods represents our core business, offering a wide range of products that reach over 50 countries worldwide. These include edible oils, sugar, pasta, as well as nuts, spices, snacks, and vegetable ghee. In the retail sector, Savola operates Panda Retail Company — one of the largest grocery and retail chains in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. Also, Savola holds strategic stakes in prominent companies such as Herfy Food Services and Al Kabeer Group for frozen foods.
At Savola, we are committed to driving sustainable growth, strengthening corporate governance, Corporate social responsibilities (CSR), and embracing innovation. We also strive to foster an inclusive work environment that promotes equality, diversity, and the empowerment of people with disabilities. We firmly believe that inclusive employment strengthens our workforce and enhances overall participation in the business sector. With this mindset, we continue to invest in vital sectors that support both economic progress and social development.
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Principles
WHAT WE STAND FOR
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Balanced Approach
"We believe in doing business ‘The Balanced Way.’ This means measuring our success in terms of our positive impact on society – and not just through our profit margins. Over nearly four decades, we have made Corporate Social Responsibility and ethical principles the fundamental pillars of our business model. We do everything we can to create a fair and supportive workplace, encourage positive social change and protect the environment for the next generation."
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Adding Value to Investors & Stakeholders
"We believe in adding value for investors and shareholders. Our stakeholders trust Savola with their capital because of our strong track record of generating growth. From humble beginnings, we have grown into a multinational company with a presence in over 50 countries. We own a diverse and profitable portfolio including market-leading brands and Saudi Arabia’s leading supermarket chain."
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Value Built on Values
"We believe that the value we add should be built on values – the ethical principles on which Savola was founded. From the outset, we have promoted ethical values and behavior. We embrace these principles as a group, within our companies and even as individuals."
Investment
At Savola, strategic investment is our specialty
We know that expertise and experience are what counts. We invest in our core sectors and region (food and retail in the Middle East, North Africa) on the basis of a track record dating back to 1979. This specialized approach means that we can invest our capital effectively and generate maximum profits for investors and shareholders.
FOOD INVESTMENTS
Our food products include investments in operations and products with distinctive and well-known brand names throughout the Middle East and North Africa. Savola Foods Company is a leading company in basic packaged consumer goods, with branded products marketed in more than 50 countries.
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RETAIL INVESTMENTS
Savola Group strategically focuses its investments on two main sectors - food and retail. In the retail sector, Savola Group owns Panda Retail Company which is one of the main retail chain businesses in the Middle East. Additionally, we hold a substantial 49% stake in Herfy Food Services Company, one of Saudi Arabia’s leading fast-food brands.
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OTHER INVESTMENTS
In addition to our food and retail investments, Savola Group pursues capital growth and risk diversification through a portfolio of venture capital, private equity, and non-managed investments.
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News & Media
ANNOUNCEMENTS AND LATEST NEWS
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