“My first objective is for our country to be a pioneering and successful global model of excellence, on all fronts, and I will work with you to achieve that”

King Salman Bin Abdulaziz Al Saud

Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques

“It is my pleasure to present Saudi Arabia’s Vision for the future. It is an ambitious yet achievable blueprint, which expresses our long-term goals and expectations and reflects our country’s strength and capabilities. All success stories start with a vision, and successful visions are based on strong pillars.”

Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud

Crown Prince, Prime Minister
Chairman of the Council of Economic and Development Affairs

Ajlan & Bros Group was formed in 1979. From that humble start today we are proud to say we are in 25 countries with over 75 companies. The Group employs over 15000 employees and we manage assets over USD 15 billion. A Holding Company established to invest in a diversified portfolio of projects across Saudi Arabia’s key economic growth sectors. In line with the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud and HRH Prince Mohammad bin Salman’s 2030 Vision for the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, Ajlan & Bros Group has embarked on a significant diversification both regionally and globally.

Mr. Ajlan Abdulaziz Al Ajlan

Chairman of Ajlan & Bros Group

Healthcare is a key focus sector for us, and we have a robust strategy that aligns with the Vision 2030 Healthcare transformation program. We will partner with the government in bringing the much-needed private investments for the upcoming public private partnership. We understand the challenges for healthcare sector and the new models of care very well. Our focus is to improve the lives of our citizens through population health management, wellness solutions, home healthcare services, and other healthcare services which will revolutionize the delivery of care and emphasize prevention.

Mr. Mohammed Abdulaziz Al Ajlan

Deputy Board Chairman
President of Saudi Chinese Business Council

Board Members

Ajlan Abdulaziz Al Ajlan

Chairman

Ajlan bin Abdulaziz Alajlan, Chairman of Ajlan & Bros Group and all its subsidiaries. Also holding several other positions and memberships including:

  • Chairman of the Board of Directors of the Federation of GCC Chambers.
  • Chairman of the Federation of Saudi Chambers.
  • Chairman of the Riyadh Chamber of Commerce & Industry.
  • Member of the Council of Riyadh Region.
  • Member of the Board of Directors of King Abdulaziz City for Science and Technology.
  • Member of the Board of Directors of the Saudi Export Development Authority
  • Member of the Board of Directors of the Saudi-American Business Council.
  • Chairman of Economy and Development Committee in the Council of Riyadh Region.
  • Chairman of Dispute Resolution Commission, that arise between Chambers in the Council of Saudi Chambers.
  • Chairman of the Development Initiatives Committee at the Council of Saudi Chambers
  • Member of the Business Development Committee in the Chamber of Commerce & Industry at the Ministry of Trade and Investment.
  • Member of the Board of Directors and Supervisory Committee of National Center for Palms & Dates.
  • Member of the Supervision and Follow-up Committee for the implementation of the National Employment Plan in the public and private sectors.
  • 40 years wok in commercial, industrial and investment fields.

Mohammed Abdulaziz Al Ajlan

Deputy Chairman

Established in 1979, Ajlan & Bros Group has grown to one of the largest private sector conglomerates in the Middle East region, employing over 15,000 people in more than 25 countries and across 75 companies. Today the Group has assets worth over US$ 10 Billion and annual revenues of more than US$ 2 Billion.

In addition to this role, he also holds several positions and memberships including:

  • Deputy Chairman, Ajlan & Bros
  • Chairman, Saudi-Chinese Business Council
  • Deputy Chairman, for more than 75 companies around the world
  • Ex-Board Member of Young Arab Leaders Organization
  • Awarded various awards and honors by the Chinese government, such as:
  • Holder of the Honorary Citizen Award and City Key Holder Merit for Xuzhou City, awarded by People’s Government of Xuzhou District, in the People’s Republic of China, for his contribution to economic and social development.
  • Holder of the Honorary Citizen Award for Zaozhuang City, Shandong District, awarded by People’s Government of Shandong District.
  • Holder of Honorary Work Merit & Medal and a certificate from Siang City Government, Giangsu Region, for my highly distinguished contributions to economic structure and commercial projects development.

Friendship Ambassador for Shandong Region, an award given for persons who have immense contributions in investment and economic and social development in the region.

Fahad Abdulaziz Al Ajlan

Board Member

Fahad Abdulaziz Al Ajlan is a Board Member of Ajlan & Bros Group  and has extensive experience in real estate and commercial investment, and logistics, and has also actively contributed to the establishment of the company’s subsidiaries.

  • Board Member for more than 75 companies globally.
  • Managing Director of Ajlan & Bros Company and Managing Director & Board Member of many companies.
  • Managing Director of Abdulaziz Alajlan Sons for Commercial & Real Estate Investment Co.
  • Managing Director of Lawrence Textiles Company in Shandong, China.
  • 30 years in the field of business administration. Member of the Real Estate Committee in Riyadh Chamber of Commerce and Industry.
  • Management Member in Al Nasr Club from 2000 to 2016 & Ex-Deputy Chairman of the BOD of Al Nasr club. In addition to being an honorary member in many Saudi clubs such as Attaawun, Al Faisali, Al Itihad, Faiha, Gaba, and Almahmal.

Fahad Saad Al Ajlan

Board Member

Fahad Saad Al Ajlan is a Board Member of Ajlan & Bros Group.

  • Mr. Fahad graduated from Suffolk University, Boston, Massachusetts, USA with a Bachelor’s degree in Finance. Management exposure and leadership skill development though an Internship at JP Morgan in London.
  • Business experience includes heading the e-Commerce business for the Ajlan & Bros Group.
  • Worked in other diverse Ajlan & Bros Group companies. Currently leading the Entertainment & Tourism Sectors and looking after the development of these sectors in line with the Group’s strategy.
  • Building globally diverse teams to ensure strategic alignment and execution of multiple projects in the multiple domains in the entertainment sector.
  • Currently on the Board of many companies.
  • Member of the Entertainment Committee – Riyadh Chamber of Commerce.

Leadership Team

H.E. Eng. Ali AlHazmi

Group CEO

  • 33 years experience with Saudi Aramco, contributed as leader in maximizing financial returns to shareholders by implementing top tier operational excellence KPIs.
  • Lead performance turnaround for critical organizations in Saudi Aramco
  • Key HR leader in providing staff with opportunity to realize their highest potential.
  • In line with Saudi Vision 2030, led SWCC for four years and helped to create an organization driven by performance KPIs, resulting in improving availability and utilization to 99% with sustainability plus increasing plant production more than 30% with no capital investment.
  • Working to create top tier global partnerships and delivering sustainable solutions to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia in line with Saudi Vision 2030.

Ajlan Mohammed Al Ajlan

Deputy Group CEO

  • As Deputy Group CEO of Ajlan & Bros Group, Ajlan led, and subsequently managed, the successful formation of multisector Joint Venture companies with world-class organizations; bringing international companies and FDI into the Kingdom and MENA region. Ajlan has negotiated and closed multiple PPP’s and M&A transactions across diverse sectors, with some of the largest and most prestigious international and local companies.
  • In addition to being the Deputy Group CEO of Ajlan & Bros Group, Ajlan also holds the following positions of responsibility:
  • Managing Director of AJEX Logistics.
  • Executive Board Member for Dussmann-Ajlan & Bros.
  • Member of the National Committee for Local Content & Govt. Procurement at the Federation of Saudi Chambers.
  • Logistics Committee Member at Riyadh Chamber of Commerce.
  • Mining Committee Member at Riyadh Chamber of Commerce.
  • Industrial Committee Member at Riyadh Chamber of Commerce.
  • Committee Chair; ensuring successful day-to-day operational efficiency and risk management.

Ajlan is a Business Management graduate of Suffolk University, Boston, USA and has been US educated for over 10-years from middle school to university graduation.

Ajlan & Bros Story

Established in 1979, Ajlan & Bros launched its textiles business in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia starting with a small store in Deira Market in Riyadh. Direct trade with China started 35 years ago, and after 10 years, specifically in 1999, Ajlan & Bros began to establish its first factories in China. As its industries developed over time and moved between several provinces, until touching base in Shandong, and the establishment of a complex of factories operating in all aspects of supply chain and value chain from production to packaging, Ajlan & Bros business in China starts from the cotton seed and ends with the product delivered to the end user.

1979
Formation of Ajlan & Bros Group

Ajlan & Bros Group was formed when the first shop opened specializing in fabrics and garments.

1980
Expansion

Imports from eastAsian countries.
Expansion of retail footprint in KSA.

1990
First factory

Inauguration of first factory in China.
Complete supply chain from production to packaging.

2000
Abdulaziz Al Ajlan Sons Real Estate Co.

Founding of Abdulaziz Al Ajlan Sons Real Estate Co. along with Ajlan & Bros Real Estate Development Co.
Initiate international investments of $3 Billion in real estate, stock and bond funds in Asia, Europe and the United States.

2010
Business expansion

Expansion of footprint in the Middle East.
Ajlan & Bros Holding Group Genesis (2017).

2021
Acquisition & Expansion

Acquisition of Jubail 3B Desalination Plant. Acquisition of the Second Flour Mill at a value of $600 Million.
Etablished multiple global partnerships, including logistics company AJEX in partnership with the world’s leading Chinese company, SF Express.

Pure Beverages Industry Company successfully launched Ival and Oska, two new bottled water brands, in the Saudi Market.

Launch of military and defense companies.

2022
Partnerships

Partnerships with Saudi Aramco:
- Carbon Fiber Manufacturing
- Plastic Recycling
- Semi conductor Manufacturing
• Launch of Tiqmowallet with #1 Chinese FinTech
Partner Swiftpass.
• Real Estate transactions worth $ 3.5 Billion.
• Moxico - Ajlan & Bros consortium wins $68 Million
Khnaiguiyah exploration license.
*Launch of Ajlan & Bros Medical Company

2030
Align with Vision 2030

Expansion in further sectors to align with Vision 2030.

 

Our journey in the textile business in China has spanned over 25 years, and we now have more than 5,500 employees working in the Ajlan & Bros factory complex in Shandong, China.

At the same time that we started manufacturing in China, our first real estate business in the Kingdom was launched, and Abdulaziz Alajlan Sons for Trading & Real Estate Investments Co. (Ajlan & Bros) was established in 2000. Now one of the largest real estate portfolios in the Kingdom with assets exceeding US$10 billion; the real estate company has acted as an international investment arm, bringing its investment portfolio to US$3 billion in Asia, Europe, and the United States.

Our real estate and investment business has expanded to more than 25 countries, and our investment portfolio has reached more than 70 million square meters, in addition to more than 150 million square meters have been developed. We now own a network of warehouses in the Kingdom, valued at US$6 billion, making us one of the largest real estate companies in the Kingdom.

With the announcement of Vision 2030 by the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques, King Salman bin Abdulaziz and His Highness, the Crown Prince Muhammad bin Salman, the Board of Directors of the Ajlan & Bros decided to expand the scope of their business and establish a Holding company that works on all the focused sectors targeted by the Vision; from this decision, Ajlan & Bros Holding (ABH) was established in 2017.

ABH began by analyzing the sectors, targets, and programs of Vision 2030, and developing a comprehensive strategy that ensures the development of business according to local, regional, and international best practice. Pursuing business development methods that meet the objectives of Vision 2030 and the interests of the Kingdom, ABH established subsidiary companies operating in diverse sectors, including, but not limited to: real estate, retail, defense, environment, energy, water, FMCG, mining, technology, industrial, logistics, fintech, entertainment, gaming, tourism, healthcare, blockchain, cybersecurity, aerospace, and manufacturing.

ABH efforts were successful in several endeavors, including the acquisition of the Jubail 3B Independent Water Project (IWP) at a value of US$800 million in 2021, and the acquisition of the Second Milling Company (SMC) at a value of US$600 million in the same year. During 2022, ABH acquired the Khnaiguiyah exploration license in Saudi Arabia for US$ 68 million; spread over an area of 353.8 square kilometres west of Riyadh in Al Quwaiiyah governorate, the Khnaiguiyah exploration license is the largest in the Kingdom.

ABH has established multiple global brands and partnerships in the Kingdom, led by AJEX in partnership with SF Express in the logistics sector, Tiqmo in partnership with SwiftPass in the fintech sector, Dussmann-Ajlan & Bros in partnership with Dussmann Germany in the facilities management sector, and the Pure Beverage Industry Company (PBIC) launched its two brands of bottled water, ‘Ival’ and ‘Oska’.

In addition to multiple partnerships in the defense and military industries through its subsidiaries, SCOPA, Tal and Sepha; ABH has partnered with Saudi Aramco in the carbon fiber manufacturing, plastic recycling, and semiconductor manufacturing fields.

Ajlan & Bros, represented by all its subsidiaries and sister companies, we pursue the utmost strategic efforts in the short, medium, and long term to achieve the objectives of Vision 2030, and to support the industrial, economic, and commercial revolution of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.

A Leading & Diversified Group of companies

Our Vision

Be leaders in sectors relevant to achieving Saudi Vision 2030, by building businesses in partnership with leading international firms to achieve a dominant regional position.

Our Mission

Create exceptional value and wealth by becoming a leading diversified Group, thus contributing to the prosperity of the Kingdom and communities we touch.

Our Objectives

1. To be the Gateway to MENA for our Partners.

2. Develop strategic partnerships with leaders in targeted industries/sectors.

3. Localize the international knowhow and experience into the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and the wider MENA region.

4. Engage in disruptive, new and innovative products and services across our target sectors.

5. Uplift the scale and quality of existing offerings and contribute to the development of the economy.

6. Align our investments and strategies to Vision 2030.

7. Secure the prosperity, security and growth of future generations.

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