Dubai, UAE – In a recent announcement on the sidelines of COP28 in Dubai, Aqua Bridge Group, a global leader in aquaculture development, and Enertech, a Kuwait-based innovator in sustainable solutions, have jointly launched Aqua Bridge Kuwait. The venture aims to transform Kuwait’s food supply chains, minimize dependence on imports, and bolster its aquaculture and fisheries sectors, aligning with the nation’s objectives for national food security.
Background
Kuwait currently relies on imports for over 90% of its food supply, facing challenges from escalating shipping costs. The Aqua Bridge Kuwait initiative responds to the urgent need to fortify the country’s food systems, particularly its fisheries, and aligns with Kuwait’s national food security goals.
Objectives:
Aqua Bridge Kuwait, leveraging Aqua Bridge Group’s global aquaculture expertise and Enertech’s innovative sustainable solutions, will undertake projects to enhance local food production in Kuwait. The primary focus is on reducing the carbon footprint of food supply chains, with special attention to the burgeoning seafood industry.
Leadership Perspectives:
Mohammad Tabish, CEO of Aqua Bridge Group, expressed enthusiasm, stating that Aqua Bridge Kuwait signifies a commitment to sustainability and resilience. He emphasized the venture’s role in developing Kuwait’s aquaculture sector in alignment with global climate discussions at COP28.
Abdullah Al Mutairi, CEO of Enertech, highlighted the urgency of innovative action to build a resilient food-water-energy resource nexus. He emphasized the partnership’s significance in enhancing local food production in Kuwait, aligning with the ambitions of Kuwait Vision 2040 for sustainable development.
Sustainability Goals:
The collaboration between Enertech and Aqua Bridge Group aims to significantly reduce the carbon footprint of Kuwait’s food supply chains. The initiative aligns with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goal 2 to end hunger and supports Kuwait’s Vision 2040 by fostering global collaboration to address food security challenges.
Enertech, known for promoting sustainable food security solutions and advanced agricultural practices, is dedicated to sharing knowledge and fostering global cooperation for in-country solutions to food security challenges.
