Multan facility opens: Louis Dreyfus expands logistics footprint

KARACHI: Louis Dreyfus Company (LDC) has expanded its logistics footprint in Pakistan with the inauguration of a new grain storage facility in Multan, its first owned industrial site in the country, adding approximately 40,000 metric tons of storage capacity in South Punjab.

Pakistan is one of South Asia’s major agricultural markets, and among the world’s largest producers and consumers of wheat, with demand underpinned by a growing population of more than 250 million.

Since establishing its presence in Pakistan in 2010, LDC has built up its position in the country’s cotton, grains, oilseeds, pulses, rice and sugar markets, including a strong position in wheat.

Rubens Marques, LDC’s Head of South & Southeast Asia has said that Pakistan is an important market for grains and a key destination for LDC in South Asia, where growing populations and economies rely on strong, connected agricultural supply chains and trade flows.

“This investment in Pakistan strengthens our presence in the domestic market as well as our ability to meet evolving customer needs in the region, in line with LDC’s global strategy to further reinforce its core merchandizing capabilities.”

Muhammad Danyal, LDC’s Country Head for Pakistan and Head of Grains & Oilseeds for Pakistan said that Pakistan’s strong agricultural base and growing demand for grains continue to create opportunities for our business in the country,” said “Investing in logistics infrastructure enhances our service to both suppliers and customers, supporting more efficient and resilient supply chains as Pakistan’s grains sector continues to develop, while contributing to local job creation”, he added.

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