Carrefour UAE approves first Pakistani firm TOMCL for meat export

The Organic Meat Company Limited (TOMCL) has become the first Pakistani meat processing and exporting company to qualify for direct exports to Carrefour (Majid Al-Futtaim Hypermarket LLC) operations across the United Arab Emirates, the company announced in a filing to the Pakistan Stock Exchange.

TOMCL said the development represents a landmark achievement in its international expansion strategy. The approval follows TOMCL’s successful completion of Carrefour’s comprehensive Systems, Hygiene, and Operational Excellence Audit, in which it secured a score of 94.89%.

The audit assessed TOMCL’s end-to-end compliance with international standards, including hygiene, safety, and operational protocols.

By meeting and exceeding Carrefour’s stringent quality benchmarks, TOMCL has become an approved vendor for all Carrefour UAE retail networks. The company said the milestone significantly enhances its regional footprint and positions it as a trusted halal meat supplier across major Middle Eastern retail markets.

The breakthrough is expected to unlock several strategic benefits, including higher export volumes and premium product lines in high-value retail channels, strengthened brand recognition in international retail and foodservice segments, and deeper market penetration across the UAE.

“This accomplishment reflects TOMCL’s unwavering commitment to international quality, traceability, and food safety standards,” the company said in a statement. “We are proud to represent Pakistan in the global halal meat industry and to become a benchmark for compliance and excellence.”