Groundbreaking Ceremony Marks Construction Start

## Groundbreaking Ceremony Marks Construction Start **Sharjah, UAE — February 1, 2025** — ALKENDI Pharmaceutical Industries held its official groundbreaking ceremony at the Al Sajaa Industrial Area site, attended by senior representatives from the UAE Ministry of Health and Prevention (MOHAP), Sharjah Economic Development Department, and key industry partners. ### Ceremony Highlights - **Keynote Address**: Dr. Abdullah Al Kendi outlined the project's strategic importance for UAE healthcare resilience - **Government Support**: MOHAP representatives emphasized alignment with national pharmaceutical security goals - **Site Tour**: Stakeholders reviewed the master plan, including Phase 1 and expansion zones - **Partnership Announcements**: MoUs signed with equipment vendors and academic institutions ### Project Timeline Reaffirmed - **Civil Works**: Q1–Q4 2025 - **Cleanroom Installation**: Q1–Q3 2025 - **Equipment Installation**: Q4 2025–Q2 2026 - **Qualification & Validation**: Q3–Q4 2026 - **GMP Certification & Launch**: Mid-2027 --- The facility represents one of the largest greenfield pharmaceutical manufacturing investments in the Northern Emirates.