Mohammed Al Barwani started MB Holding as an oilfield services firm in 1982. Today it is a multinational corporation with 5,000 employees across the world and activities in sectors including oil and gas production and exploration, yacht building, mining and hospitality. Its assets include three hotels with three more to come including a Louis-Vuitton operated property in Muscat.… started MB Holding as an oilfield services firm in 1982. Today it is a multinational corporation with 5,000 employees across the world and activities in sectors including oil and gas production and exploration, yacht building, mining and hospitality. Its assets include three hotels with three more to come including a Louis-Vuitton operated property in Muscat. Al Barwani, who reportedly has a net worth of over $1bn also recently acquired a Turkish shipyard and has plans for a bond to fund future purchases. Founder and chairman, MB Holding Origin:Oman Residence:Oman Sector:Energy