Tanmiah Food and Tradewinds Form Halal Protein Pact
Two companies have signed an agreement to evaluate the joint production and supply of halal protein products.
Updated on Sept. 28, 2026 in Organic Food
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Tanmiah Food Company and Tradewinds Berhad have entered a 12-month memorandum of understanding to explore strategic cooperation in the halal protein market. The partnership focuses on the production and processing of Saudi poultry products for distribution across the Asia-Pacific region.
Why it matters
This collaboration aims to establish a global brand for halal protein by leveraging shared facilities to improve international access. The move follows a period of financial growth for Tanmiah Food, which reported a 14.61% year-on-year revenue increase in the first half of 2026.
Tanmiah Food Company reported revenue of SAR 1.52 billion in the first half of 2026, representing a 14.61% increase compared to the same period in 2025. The full financial impact of this new 12-month joint venture agreement remains to be determined.
The players
Tanmiah Food Company
A Saudi-based provider of poultry and food products with an expanding international presence.
Tradewinds Berhad
A Malaysian-based conglomerate with diversified business interests including food and hospitality.
The details
The companies plan to evaluate the export of Saudi poultry products to Malaysia while exploring a joint investment in a local processing facility. This strategy aims to utilize Malaysia as a regional production hub to supply the wider Asia-Pacific market. By coordinating on import, processing, and supply logistics, the parties seek to standardize the production of halal protein products for global consumers.
Timeline
September 24, 2026: The memorandum of understanding was signed.
H1 2026: The period for which the company reported financial growth.
Health Landscape
This collaboration aligns with the documented trend of increased institutional investment within the global halal food supply chain. It reflects a broader shift toward creating consolidated international standards and regional production hubs for halal-certified protein products.
For those seeking specific dietary products, this partnership may eventually increase the availability of standardized halal protein options in international markets. Consumers should look for verified product labeling as these new distribution channels develop.
The takeaway
This agreement signals an effort to professionalize and scale the production of halal protein through cross-border collaboration. Consumers who prioritize halal-certified proteins should monitor regional food markets for updates on new product availability resulting from this partnership.
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