Dhow International Holding is a diversified group of companies with a portfolio spanning high-growth and high-impact industries across the GCC.

Rooted in more than two decades of industry experience and built upon a proud family legacy of over 110 years in trade and industry, Dhow International Holding combines heritage with forward-looking leadership. Guided by a strong foundation of integrity, long-term commitment, and entrepreneurial spirit, we foster sustainable growth and innovation across our businesses.
Today, our portfolio spans seven key sectors and is driven by deep industry expertise, disciplined investment, and a clear vision for long-term value creation. Through strong global partnerships, operational excellence, and a culture of innovation, we deliver impactful solutions and create lasting value for the businesses, partners, and communities we serve across the GCC.

1,000+

Projects

$1B+

Pipeline

4

Countries

7,500+

Skilled Professionals

Our Promise

Innovation

We intentionally push boundaries, adapting to market shifts and bringing forward groundbreaking ideas that drive our businesses forward. While we remain future-oriented, we always maintain a strong focus on delivering value today.

Performance

We deliver with discipline. Through clear processes and measurable standards, we develop solutions that enhance performance, drive efficiency, and set new benchmarks for excellence in every market we serve.

 

Sustainability

We create lasting impact by upholding the highest ethical standards and proactively managing our economic, environmental, and social responsibilities, ensuring sustainable growth guided by awareness and integrity.

Our Values

Client Driven

Our strategies are rooted in solving client challenges and developing integrated solutions that drive performance and growth.

Diversity

We champion equal opportunity at every level, cultivating an environment where global perspectives unite to create value.

Integrity

Our relationships with stakeholders are rooted in unwavering integrity, lawful and ethical conduct, and mutual respect.

Teamwork

We achieve more together. Our culture is built on synergy and collaboration, ensuring every voice is heard and valued.

Agility

Our dynamic approach helps us welcome new ideas and harness every opportunity to learn, improve, and create sustainable impact.

Executive Management

Joe Chidiac

Group CEO - Dhow Holding

Abdulaziz AlSagar

Business Development Manager - Dhow Holding

Roy Chahine

Chief Human Resources Officer - Dhow Holding

Salam Abdel Khader

Group HSE & QA/QC Director - Dhow Holding

Santanu Choudhury

Group Chief Accountant - Dhow Holding

Said El Machtoub

Managing Director - Dhow Engineering

Tony El Nachar

General Manager Interiors - Dhow Architectural Solutions - Kuwait

Lara Ziade

General Manager Lighting - Dhow Architectural Solutions - Kuwait

N. Govind

General Manager Building Technologies - Dhow Architectural Solutions - Kuwait

Walid Nemer

General Manager - Dhow Hospitality

T. Bala

Group Procurement Director