Al Khayyat Investments (AKI)

Al Khayyat Investments (AKI) is a Dubai-born, privately held Emirati holding company operating across a broad portfolio of sectors that touch everyday life — from healthcare and pharmaceuticals to retail, food and non-food consumer goods, logistics, manufacturing, automotive, contracting and environmental services. Established in 1982 by Dr. Saad F. Al Khayyat, who remains chairman, AKI has grown from a single pharmaceutical enterprise into a multibillion-dollar regional group built on a people-first philosophy and strong family values.

Today, under the leadership of Zaid S. Al Khayyat, managing director and board member, AKI operates across the Middle East and Africa, including the UAE, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Bahrain, Kuwait, Oman, Egypt, Jordan and Iraq. The group employs 12,000 people representing over 70 nationalities and has earned recognition as a Best Workplaces organisation by Great Place to Work.

AKI’s diversified model combines partnerships with leading international brands and the development of homegrown ventures, positioning the group as both a market enabler and value creator. In 2026, AKI marked a milestone on the global stage through its partnership with the World Economic Forum in Davos, where Zaid S. Al Khayyat participated in high-level discussions on trade, innovation and sustainable growth, reinforcing the group’s commitment to long-term economic dialogue.

Within its consumer division, AKI Consumer has accelerated expansion, announcing a strategic partnership with CJ Foods to grow Korean food brands across the Middle East. The division also made a high-profile debut at Gulfood 2026, showcasing more than 150 brand partnerships, presence across 15,000 retail doors and over 7,000 SKUs. The launch of AKI Creates — its brand incubator platform — further underscored its ambition to support emerging entrepreneurs.

AKI has also deepened international cooperation, signing strategic memoranda of understanding with Cainiao Group, an Alibaba company, in logistics and technology, and with BioBAY to explore life sciences collaboration, strengthening UAE–China trade ties.

Operationally, the group continues to scale. AKI Logistics launched dedicated third-party logistics services across the UAE, supported by hubs in Dubai Industrial City and Dubai Investment Park. Its 1 million sq ft Fulfilment & Innovation Centre, opened in 2025, quadrupled capacity and enhanced supply chain efficiency. Meanwhile, Gulf Contracting & Landscaping delivered landmark projects including Abu Dhabi’s Maraya grand steps and sustainable community developments in Dubai and beyond.