Site Selection

If you are considering launching a corporate presence in the region, our site selection service outlines the options available to you based on our on-the-ground analysis of your company’s needs relative to the costs, regulations and requirements for you to do business in the Middle East.

Our process

Consultation & project design

Site search & analysis

Scoring & financial models

Validation list & site visit

Final reporting & next steps

Key outputs

Comprehensive market research and analysis

List of qualified options (freezone / onshore / GCC)

Estimated project costing

Regulatory review and pointers

Property analysis and options

On-site due diligence

Local representation and handholding

Qualified recommendations

Case studies

Savortex

Seabrook Crisps

The a2 Milk Company

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Savortex

SAVORTEX is a Technology Strategy Board funded, award winning British Green Technology manufacturer of a range of hand dryers which can also be connected to the internet providing actionable insights into washrooms.

Service performed

On behalf of Savortex the BCB contacted and introduced them to a whole spectrum of end customers ranging from airlines, to hospitality groups to facilities management companies in 2016. The BCB also connected Savortex to Eureeca, a global equity crowdfunding platform to raise investments for the company’s growth.

Outcomes for Client

Savortex gained a lot of interest from the introductions made. They are currently doing trial runs with some of the largest FM companies and developers here. Through Eureeca, Savortex raised over $ 500,000 in equity funding.

“The BCB CEO and Team have been outstanding and impeccably professional in their engagement with Savortex, arranging meetings, investment and supporting our adventure in Dubai and Abu Dhabi.”

Seabrook Crisps

Seabrook supplies 12 million bags of crisps a month to over 1 in 4 UK households. All their crisps are vegetarian friendly and gluten free.

Service performed

On behalf of Seabrook Crisps the BCB contacted 11 UAE based grocers & distributors in 2016, introduced their products to them, secured confirmed interest from all of them and then planned face-to-face meetings for Seabrook to meet with each of them.

Outcomes for Client

Seabrook are now selling into the UAE and can be found in most supermarkets

“I just wanted to say thanks for all of the effort and organisation you put in. I think we had a very productive 3 days and I really valued you taking the time to accompany me to meet all of the buyers and distributors. The overall trip was very well managed by you and I am hoping will lead to a step forward for business in the region for Seabrook.”

The a2 Milk Company

The a2 Milk Company manufactures a special type of milk, with unique health benefits, in the UK and sells its products in New Zealand, Australia, China, US and UK.

Service performed

On behalf of a2 Milk the BCB contacted nine UAE based grocers & distributors in 2015, introduced their products to them, secured confirmed interest from all of them and then planned face-to-face meetings for a2 Milk to meet with each of them.

Outcomes for Client

a2 Milk are now selling into the top four supermarket chains in the UAE: Spinneys, Waitrose, Lulu and Al Maya.

“The background work was very comprehensive & the potential partner vetting process identified a high caliber of potential trading partners. The agenda was well set out and Ali had organised 12 appointments in 3 days! The trip was very productive and the market opportunity is real.”