Natural and full of life, that is how our journey began!
30 years ago, we were inspired by the traditional souks in the Arabian culture and have modernized this concept by bringing it into modern trade. This business solution has helped us over the years to not only become pioneers but also to be renowned as trendsetters. By 2013, GFI maintained its trade name and carried on this legacy in the market with a new brand name, Bayara.
Our journey to success has been full of life and flavor. We have had many remarkable milestones on this voyage and would like you to join us.
1992
GFI was founded in the UAE as a trading company
1995
We opened our first Shop in Shop at Deira City Center
1998
We launched our consumer goods portfolio
2004
We started our partnership with Emirates Catering
2008
We took our first step into Travel Retail segment
2009
We opened our new facility in Dubai Investment Park
2013
GFI renamed its regional brand into BAYARA
2015
We established Bayara Academy for skillful training programs
2017
We opened our new facility in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
2019
We celebrated our employment of 1,000 personnel
2020
We crossed 350 Shop in Shop counters
2021
We celebrated 1 year shift to solar energy
2021
Bayara was acquired by Savola Group, one of the largest food conglomerates in the MENA region (www.savola.com)
