THE MIDDLE EAST’S

15. Ajlan & Bros Holding

Chairman: Ajlan Abdul-Aziz Al Ajlan
Established: 1979
Country: Saudi Arabia

Ajlan & Bros Holding was established in 1979 in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, and began its business in fabrics and textiles. Today, the group employs over 24,000 people in 25 countries across 75 companies. It operates in several sectors, including real estate, textiles, logistics, mining, technology, energy, and water. The group has invested in real estate in Saudi Arabia, Europe, Asia, America, and China. In 2022, it won an exploration license in Kheniqiya, Saudi Arabia, in alliance with the British company, Moshico. The group and its partners have also implemented a range of energy, water, and renewable energy projects, with investments exceeding $5.5 billion. Its alliances include global companies such as Marubeni, Engie, and EDF.