MANILA, Philippines and DUBAI, UAE– In a remarkable move signaling stronger economic and cultural ties between Southeast Asia and the Middle East, **Ayala Corporation and Spinneys, the leading premium fresh food supermarket chain in the United Arab Emirates**, have formalized a **strategic business venture** to launch stores in the Philippines. This marks Spinneys’ first expansion outside the GCC, setting the stage for a new chapter in premium fresh food retail.
Spinneys, owned by the **Al Seer Group**, carries an impressive legacy with interests across food, retail, hospitality, shipbuilding, and construction, operating in over 20 countries. By uniting Ayala’s deep-rooted expertise in the Philippine market with Spinneys’ operational excellence, this partnership is poised to redefine fresh food shopping for discerning Filipino consumers.
The Road to Expansion
The collaboration reflects Ayala Corporation’s broader vision of partnering with world-class enterprises. Following recent initiatives with Thailand’s CP AXTRA to open Makro stores, with Kmart Australia Ltd. to introduce the Anko brand, and with BYD to bring leading EV technology to the country, Ayala continues to position itself as a gateway for premium global brands.
According to **Sunil Kumar, CEO of Spinneys**, the Philippines presents “significant long-term growth potential,” driven by strong economic fundamentals and a rising demand for high-quality products. He emphasized that the brand’s arrival is a natural progression, given their existing relationships with many Filipino employees and customers in the UAE.
Forging Economic and Cultural Links
For Ayala Corporation, the partnership is more than just a business venture—it is an opportunity to facilitate greater trade and investment flows between the **Philippines** and the **GCC**. CEO **Cezar P. Consing** noted that being Spinneys’ first international partner is a source of pride, underscoring Ayala’s commitment to elevating the Philippine retail landscape with global standards.
By leveraging Ayala’s strengths in property development, logistics, and retail, alongside Spinneys’ mastery in premium product sourcing and presentation, Filipino consumers can expect not only exceptional goods but also a shopping experience marked by innovation and world-class quality.
The arrival of **Spinneys** in the Philippines showcases more than retail expansion—it symbolizes the strengthening of cross-border partnerships that enrich local markets while promoting economic growth. With this alliance, the future of premium fresh food retail in the country has never looked brighter.
