A diversified Emirati family-owned holding company has announced a $100 million investment to establish a dedicated veterinary business vertical aimed at strengthening animal health services across the Middle East.
Al Khayyat Investments (AKI) has launched VetHealth, a comprehensive animal health partner operating across five core divisions: pharmaceuticals, biologicals, biosecurity, nutrition, and diagnostics. The new entity will serve government bodies, commercial animal producers, and the growing companion animal market across the region.
The investment is driven by AKI’s position that animal health is directly tied to food security, public health resilience, and sustainable economic growth. VetHealth is designed to support national development goals, including the UAE’s National Food Security Strategy 2051, by connecting regional organisations with world-class animal health solutions.
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The timing aligns with broader market trends. The Middle East and Africa veterinary healthcare market is projected to reach $6.91 billion by 2033, driven by rising demand for livestock productivity and a notable increase in pet ownership across the region.
Headquartered in the UAE, VetHealth operates across five specialised divisions at launch: pharmaceuticals, biologicals, biosecurity, nutrition, and diagnostics. The business will partner with regional and global leaders across each discipline to support market expansion and long-term growth. Its customer base spans animal farms, feed mills, veterinary clinics, pharmacies, and government entities involved in animal care and food production biosecurity.
Zaid S. Al Khayyat, Managing Director of Al Khayyat Investments, described the launch as a long-term regional commitment. “Animal health is a strategic enabler of food security, public health, and long-term economic resilience. Through this investment, we are building VetHealth as a regional platform that connects governments, producers, veterinary professionals, and global partners with trusted, world-class solutions,” he said.
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Malik Hassan, General Manager of AKI Environmental and VetHealth, added that the initiative reflects the company’s broader investment philosophy. “VetHealth reflects our belief in the power of compassionate care. We are committed to supporting the professionals, the institutions, and other industry stakeholders that improve animal wellbeing and ensure the sustainability of food production in the region,” he said.
AKI brings a six-decade legacy in the healthcare industry to this venture. The company’s existing regional distribution network and expertise in healthcare innovation are expected to accelerate VetHealth’s reach across the region from day one. With this investment, AKI positions VetHealth as a full-spectrum animal health partner, one built to serve both the immediate needs of veterinary professionals and the longer-term demands of regional food systems.
