By our staff reporter
The Mauritius Commercial Bank Limited (MCB) has provided a strategic financing package to Invictus Investment Company PLC (ADX: INVICTUS), a prominent agro-food enterprise operating in the Middle East and Africa. The package, structured as an acquisition finance and revolving credit facility, aims to support Invictus Investment’s expansion into new markets and strengthen its working capital position as it scales operations.
This financing agreement builds on the existing partnership between MCB and Invictus Investment and underscores a shared commitment to advancing food security and facilitating trade flows within and beyond Africa. The facility will enable Invictus Investment to broaden its processing, logistics, and distribution footprint, while supporting the growth and consolidation of a resilient portfolio of value-added food and FMCG assets serving local and regional markets across the continent.
Amir Daoud Abdellatif, CEO of Invictus Investment, expressed optimism about the financing, stating, “The agreement with MCB validates the confidence our partners have in our financial and operational capabilities. It provides the flexibility needed to optimize our capital structure and continue expanding across high-growth markets. Our vision is to become a fully integrated enterprise contributing to food security in the Middle East and Africa. This marks an important milestone in creating a broad network of partners working together to deliver lasting value and build long-term food resilience.”
Thierry Hebraud, CEO of MCB, highlighted the strategic value of this partnership, saying, “Our relationship with Invictus Investment aligns with MCB’s commitment to develop long-lasting relationships with multinational businesses operating in Africa. Extending this substantial financing package reaffirms our dedication to supporting agro-processing companies involved in food security. It also demonstrates our capability to structure sophisticated financial solutions that drive sustainable futures for our clients and their communities.”
Invictus Investment, headquartered in Dubai and established in 2022, specializes in agro-food commodities and operates across 65 countries with a portfolio that spans over 30 product categories including grains, oilseeds, and sugar. MCB, with its 188-year history and strong regional presence, continues to expand its influence as a premier financial institution providing diversified banking and financial services across Mauritius and beyond.
