Al Fahim Group Celebrates 50 Years Of Successful Track Record As UAE’s Leading Business House
Al Fahim Group Celebrates 50 Years Of Successful Track Record As UAE’s Leading Business House
The Al Fahim Group, one of the largest business houses in the UAE, announced the strategic move of its headquarters to Mussafah in Abu Dhabi, marking its 50th year of successful operations as a highly diversified conglomerate. The move further reiterates Al Fahim Group’s commitment to continue consolidating its massive expansion plan through bringing more industry verticals under its umbrella.
Established in 1958 by visionary entrepreneur Abdul Jalil Al Fahim in Al Ain, the company has expanded significantly with offices in Abu Dhabi, Dubai and Sharjah employing more than 1,300 staff.
The group’s 13 entities encompass industries such as automotive, travel and tourism, real estate, hospitality, industrial development, and oil and gas that have substantially contributed to the overall economy of the UAE.
His Excellency Saeed Abdul Jalil Al Fahim, Chairman of Al Fahim Group, said: “Our group pursues a mission to deliver superior services that is complemented with a passion to exceed all expectations. We meticulously cater to the requirements of our suppliers, customers as well as employees to ensure that we establish fruitful long-term relationships with our stakeholders.
“For three generations and with the personal contribution of every family member, the group has successfully achieved key milestones.
As a close-knit family venture, we ensure that every member adds consistent value to our operations.
We are all intrinsically motivated to persevere and enhance the business seeds sown by our father. The ‘Best Family Business of the Year Award’ that we received at the Middle East Business Achievement Awards 2007 reinstates the solidarity and persistence of the family to contribute to the development of the company and Abu Dhabi’s community as a whole.”
Growing from a modest store in Al Ain into a massive operation within the UAE, the Al Fahim Group currently includes Emirates Motor Company (EMC), official distributors for Mercedes Benz vehicles in Abu Dhabi and Al Ain; Western Motors, official distributors for Jeep vehicles in Abu Dhabi and Al Ain; Central Motors & Equipment, distributors for Bosch Power Tools & Automotive Parts, Bosch Car Service in UAE and representatives of Michelin tyres in Abu Dhabi & Al Ain; Taajeer Auto Leasing; Marjan Industrial Development; Marjan Cables and Accessories; Rmal Hospitality; Golden Tulip Dalma Plaza; Garden View Hotel Apartments; Emirates Property Investment Company; and Safar Travel & Tourism, previously known as Abdul Jalil Travel.
The group’s overseas operations include equity stakes in international establishments such as the UK-based Big Bus Company and the Knowledge Horizon Ltd.
Over the years, Al Fahim group and its subsidiaries have successfully bagged awards for its strong personal involvement in various campaigns.
Nominated by the public for its contribution to the growth of UAE, Al Fahim has been honoured with the prestigious Abu Dhabi Award.
The Al Fahim Group has established the Office of Excellence Management in its endeavour to adhere to global best practices while offering the quality and distinctive services to customers and clients. It has also instituted the Al Fahim Group Executive Leadership Programme to encourage and foster individual talent and create the right enabling ground for future leadership.
Aiming to develop a generation of well-educated young national leaders, the Abdul Jalil Mohammed Al Fahim Award of Distinction for High School Graduates in the UAE was launched in 1997 in honour of the Group’s founder. Additionally, Al Fahim Group partnered as Gold Sponsor of the Leadership Excellence Applied Diploma (LEAD), a programme initiated by ALDAR, Knowledge Horizon and Cambridge University.
Al Fahim Group has also been an active member of the community, sponsoring key events in sports and education, as well as social campaigns. To help foster the development of youngsters keen to pursuing athletics, Al Fahim has been the primary sponsor for the Al Ain Football Club and sponsor for the Al Jazira Sports & Cultural Club.
The company’s commitment to social causes is best demonstrated by the establishment of the Abdul Jalil Al Fahim and Family Endowment, dedicated to charitable donations and financial aids.
The Group has also been active in spreading public awareness for preserving the environment in collaboration with Emirates Wildlife society.
Recognized as one of the largest and most successful family businesses in the region deeply committed to corporate social responsibility programmes and a pioneer in launching innovative strategies, the Al Fahim Group seeks to further consolidate its status as a major contributor to the socio-economic development
of the UAE in general.
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