Industries

Since 1976 to date, Astra Food Company (AFC) has led the way in the agricultural field as producer and exporter of first-class products in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. With unrivaled reputation, the company runs its business in line with the latest strategies in crop production and development. AFC has three branches: Astra Farms: primarily located in Tabuk in the North Western region of the Kingdom, and is engaged in production of fruits, vegetables, flowers, quails, poultry, dairy and processed food. Astra Grains: primarily located in Jeddah and is engaged in the general trading of food commodities, such as nuts, pulses, spices, edible oils, coffee, rice and more. Astra Commercial: serves the North Western part of Saudi Arabia. This branch is engaged in the retail and wholesale business of grocery items, bakery, gas station and SACO store franchise in Tabuk.

Jordan Vegetable Oil Industries, an ISO 9002 and HACCP certified was established in 1993, as a subsidiary of the Vegetables Oil Industries Co. in Palestine to fulfill the market needs in Jordan and the Arab World. The company produces vegetable ghee, in addition to refining vegetable oils, such as corn, soybeans, sunflower and palm olein, under different commercial names, most famous of which is Al-Ghazal.

Rum Agriculture was established in 1986, in the midst of the Wadi Rum desert, south of Jordan. The company specializes in the cultivation of open field vegetable products, grains and forage, grapes and stone fruits, and produces high quality crops to supply both local and export markets.

Vegetable Oil Industries is the eldest oil manufacturing company in the Arab World; established in Nablus, Palestine in 1953. The company specializes in producing first-rate vegetable Ghee with brand names such as Ghazal, Nabatain and Kawakeb. It continuously strives to produce exceptional vegetable ghee and oils including corn, soybean, sunflower and palm oils. The production is based on the latest modern methods and the traditional recipes. Over the years, Alghazal Vegetable Ghee brand has become a recognized name and a symbol of quality for many customers in the Palestinian and Arab markets. Additionally, Vegetable Oil Industries produces halawa, an Arabic delicacy from sesame seeds under brand name Alghazalain.

Founded in 2010, Astra Energy is a holding company that invests in power generation projects in Iraq. Through a joint-venture between Astra Energy and Al Tanmiya for Steel Industries, it aims at providing Al Tanmiya Steel and other sectors with electrical energy to meet their needs.

Founded in 1976, Astra Construction is a leading company providing general contracting and construction services to a broad range of clients. The company has successfully executed numerous projects in different sectors in residential, commercial, education, agriculture, health, transportation, and other projects. Astra Construction employs experienced engineers and architects dedicated to continuously provide professional support services to clients. These services include but not limited to feasibility studies including all phases of design, planning and execution.

Founded in 1989, Nour Communications, is one of the leading Arab telecommunication contracting and system integration companies in the Middle East. Nour Communications offers communication, engineering, surveying and installation of telecommunication solutions for various sectors in the region. It possesses a remarkable record over the past years for implementing unique and challenging projects that were successfully executed in cooperation with renowned names in the field such as Lucent, Ericsson, Nokia and Siemens and many others. Nour Communications provides solutions in energy and energy management, IT, optical fiber networking, telecom and industrial services.

Established in 2005, VTEL Holdings is a leading multinational corporation that is rapidly developing into a large and diversified player in the telecommunications industry offering fixed lines, mobile and data services. The Dubai-based company operates in high growth markets in the MENA region, Africa, Commonwealth of Independent States (CIS), Latin and Central America and the Caribbean. Since its inception, VTEL has developed a reputation for identifying, investing in and building the best in class Information and Communications Technology (ICT) ventures, while developing strong alliances with entrepreneurs who have unique ideas and strong management teams, which allow the company to achieve its strategic goal of ensuring successful business ventures and aggressively pursuing the expansion of its geographical horizons.

Astra Healthcare Solutions is a Saudi-Greek Joint Venture between Astra Group and Paviro Promacon. The strategic partnership was developed through the common vision of both partners to join forces and provide state-of-the-art turnkey solutions for large scale projects in the healthcare sector in Saudi Arabia. Astra Healthcare Solutions objective is to become one of the leading companies in the sector, through successful developments of projects both in the public and private sectors.

Mais Medical was established in 1994 as a private sector enterprise to meet the ever-growing demand for single use consumable medical devices. Mais Medical applies the latest know-how in medical technologies to ensure the highest quality standards are met in manufacturing of advanced medical disposable products. The company employs the latest proficiencies in the medical technology field earning the highest quality standards: ISO9002, ISO13488 and EN 46002. Mais Medical is a CE mark certified company.

Founded in 1994 in Tabuk, Saudi Arabia, Tabuk Pharmaceuticals develops, manufactures, markets and distributes branded generic pharmaceuticals and under licensed products globally, with a strong focus on the Middle East and North Africa region. The company manufactures a wide range of drugs including tablets, capsules, injectable vial, oral syrup and suspension, dry and oral suspension, ointments and creams, sachets, external solutions and lotions, shampoos and nasal spray. It is the first EU-GMP certified facility in Saudi Arabia and one of the leading regional players.

Cairo Amman Bank (CAB) ranks amongst Jordan’s leading financial institutions. With an asset base exceeding US$ 1.5 billion, Cairo Amman Bank offers a full spectrum of banking solutions and financial products, serving a growing base of retail and corporate customers. The bank operates a strong network of 87 branches in Jordan and 21 in Palestine. Cairo Amman Bank also offers brokerage services through its wholly owned subsidiaries: Awraq Investments in Jordan and Al- Watanieh for Financial Securities in Palestine.

Fahad Bin Sultan University (FBSU) is one of the leading universities and the first private university that uses English language as a medium of instruction in Saudi Arabia. The university consists of four main colleges: College of Business and Management, College of Computing, College of Engineering and College of Sciences and Humanities. Fahad Bin Sultan University provides undergraduate and postgraduate programs. Fahad Bin Sultan University is governed by a Board of Trustees chaired by His Royal Highness Prince Fahad Bin Sultan Bin Abdul Aziz.

Al-Hamra Oasis Village Compound is ideally located within the city of Riyadh. It is one of Riyadh's premier residential complexes and consists of 404 residential units all of which have distinguished furniture and fittings to the highest standards. Residential units range from 1-bedroom apartments to the luxurious 5-bedroom executive villas with their own private swimming pool. The simplicity of the design, the ideal location, wide range of facilities and the green open spaces combined, make Al- Hamra Oasis Village Compound a stunning residential facility and an ideal place for families. The residential compound values the security and safety of its residents, enabling residents to enjoy their stay with minimum distraction ensuring comfort and extra care.

Cordoba Oasis Village Compound is located on the outskirts of the capital city, Riyadh. The compound compromises of 271 residential units, in addition to swimming pools, multi- purpose halls, sports courts, and other facilities. All residential units are constructed to the highest standards and specifications, and are furnished with high-quality furniture. Kitchens are equipped to American and European standards, with built-in cupboards and the added convenience of all appliances. Cordoba Oasis Village considers the safety and security of its residents, a top priority enabling them to settle comfortably with ease.

Founded in 1994, ZARA Investment Holding was established by a group of independent investors, banks and investment companies to exploit on the growth potential of Jordan's tourism industry. From the outset, ZARA's vision was to provide tourists with a network of first class hotels and services throughout Jordan. ZARA's nationwide hotel network, which covers Amman, Petra, Aqaba and the Dead Sea, captures the very essence of Jordan through innovative design, unique locations and local hospitality. Properties owned are professionally managed by renowned industry leaders such as Grand Hyatt hotel, Movenpick resorts, Intercontinental hotel and ZARA Spa.

Al-Ayyam Press, Printing, Publishing and Distribution Co. was established in 1995. Al-Ayyam is one of the leading companies in the development of modern printing industry in Palestine, providing an advanced network of printing and distribution for newspapers, books and various kinds of printed material. It runs the daily newspaper “Al-Ayyam”, one of the younger newspapers and among the most reputable newspapers in Palestine. The company also provides production and printing services for mass printing utilizing the most sophisticated equipment and machines in Palestine.

Agricultural Plastic Industrial Co. (APICO) was established in Jordan in 1987. The company specializes in the production of high quality agricultural plastic products, which include greenhouses plastic covers, plastic bags for agricultural products, plastic mulch and drip irrigation pipes. APICO’s products meet international standards and are exported to several countries throughout the Middle East and Africa. Its primary focus is on providing continuous quality control, research and development and manufacturing of unique range of special films geared for agricultural and other commercial sectors.

Astrachem was founded in 1988 in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, and is an integrated producer and supplier of high-quality agrochemicals, fertilizers, public health and veterinary pesticides and seeds. Astrachem has a far-reaching distribution network that covers more than 30 countries world-wide. It operates a modern plant in Dammam to formulate and produce compounded fertilizers and other agrochemicals as well as public health chemicals. Astrachem expands its sales and distribution to cover Turkey, Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region and other neighboring countries. The company is one of the leading companies in the agricultural sector with a regional network of sales and distribution centers as well as field demonstration and testing sites.

Established in 2005 and headquartered in Jordan, Al Tanmiya Steel, a Jordanian offshore holding company, is 100% owner of Al Anma’a Steel, an Iraqi company that owns a steel plant in Iraq. It specializes in producing steel billets and rebars used in the construction industry.

International Building Systems Factory was established in 1993 to produce pre-engineered steel buildings and steel structures in Saudi Arabia and abroad, to meet business and industrial requirements. An ISO 9000:2001 certified company, the company has become a trusted leader in the industry, dedicated to quality assurance at every stage of the manufacturing process. It offers customers additional value-added construction services, which include supervision, civil works detailing and consulting services. The company has been strategically involved in regional and international projects spanning Europe, Asia and North America.