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Himalaya to Expand Footprint at Dubai Science Park to Enhance R&D Capabilities in the Region

May 13, 2019 Off By BusinessWire

Himalaya Drug Company to launch new state-of-the-art Global Research
Centre in Dubai

DUBAI, United Arab Emirates–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Dubai Science Park (DSP), a holistic science-focused business community,
has announced that it is leveraging its new built-to-suit model to
construct a new Global Research Centre for Himalaya Drug Company, a
world-leading producer of over 300 cosmetics, nutritional supplements,
herbal medicines and pharmaceutical-grade Ayurvedic products in over 90
countries. Set to launch in 2021, the state-of-the-art facility aims to
enhance Himalaya’s R&D capabilities at DSP to serve the GCC region.

Himalaya’s core business lies in R&D and manufacturing of high-quality
pharmaceutical and personal care products for health-conscious
consumers. The Himalaya Global Research Centre (HGRC) has been part of
DSP’s eco-friendly Laboratory Complex since 2013, with product
development, quality control and standardisation serving as priority
areas of focus for the new facility.

The move, which will result in the creation of over 100 specialised
jobs, aligns with the objective of the UAE Vision 2021 to shape a
competitive knowledge economy. With Dubai emerging as a knowledge
epicentre, overseas companies seeking to expand in the UAE and the wider
region can benefit from the thriving innovative ecosystem that the
emirate has to offer. Furthermore, Dubai has significantly improved its
skill and talent score, attracting large numbers of professionals in
diverse fields. The emirate’s vast talent pool will support Himalaya as
it vies to develop pioneering herbal research and set industry trends in
the region.

Marwan Abdulaziz Janahi, Managing Director of DSP and Chairing Member of
the Pharmaceuticals and Medical Equipment Taskforce of the Dubai
Industrial Strategy 2030, said: “In line with our ambition to
consolidate Dubai’s position as a prime destination for scientific, R&D
and manufacturing activities, we are pleased to support the expansion of
Himalaya, a company dedicated to enhancing its expertise in the
pharmaceutical and personal care fields.”

He added: “Over the last decade, the UAE and India have continued to
strengthen their long-standing ties, evidenced by the significant number
of Indian firms based in Dubai. Our robust infrastructure and
business-friendly environment are among the key factors that encourage
these companies to establish their Middle East head offices in the UAE.”

Meraj Manal, Chairman, Himalaya Global Holdings, said: “We aim to
establish Himalaya as a science-based, problem solving, head to heel
brand, not only within Dubai but within the wider GCC region and
surrounding international markets. Himalaya invests in markets with an
in-depth and long-term approach, maintaining high ethical standards at
each step of the way. The UAE is positioned as a perfect place for us to
initiate this expansion.”

Neil Cabral, Executive Director of Himalaya Global LTD and CEO of the
Single Family Office, said: “Himalaya is firmly committed to upholding
high ethical standards of research. Dubai’s capacity to attract skilled
and talented people will enable the new HGRC complex to evolve into a
global think tank and boost its success in setting future trends in
herbal research as well as in launching innovative and internationally
competitive products. The opening of the Centre will represent an
important milestone in advancing our vision of ‘Wellness in Every Home,
Happiness in Every Heart’.”

He added: “DSP’s collaborative environment acts as a hub where companies
can innovate and grow. It supports leaders in science, R&D, and business
by providing unique facilities in a prime location that cater to
industry needs. With Dubai’s business-friendly government policies and
smart infrastructure, we are confident that this innovative ecosystem
will give us the tools to reach new heights.”

Himalaya’s research-driven mandate endeavours to bring a global
perspective to its core operations through the study and research of
worldwide healthcare trends. Over the last 88 years, the company has
been a leader in the research and manufacturing of pharmaceutical,
personal care, baby care, nutritional and animal health products.
Steering away from ‘borrowed science’ – the practice of using published
literature to substantiate efficacy claims, each Himalaya product
undergoes years of primary research and clinical trials before it
reaches the market.

Currently home to over 350 business partners with more than 4,000
employees, DSP’s vibrant business community continues to attract leading
international companies within the science sector. The ongoing expansion
of Himalaya is yet another example of DSP’s sustained support for its
stakeholders.

About Dubai Science Park

Founded in 2005, Dubai Science Park (DSP) is a vibrant, holistic
community dedicated to supporting entrepreneurs, SMEs and MNEs active in
the sciences, energy and environmental sectors. With its ample office
and laboratory space and robust infrastructure, DSP has created an
enabling science-focused ecosystem that is home to more than 350
companies, employing over 3,600 professionals.

Through fostering growth, creativity, research and innovation in the
areas of human science, plant science, material science, environmental
science and energy science, DSP aims to play a significant role in
facilitating a more sustainable and self-sufficient future that
maximises the use of indigenous resources and talent.

For more information, please visit www.dsp.ae