Al Khayyat Investments (AKI)

Holding CompaniesDubayy, United Arab Emirates1001-5000 Employees

Al Khayyat Investments (AKI) is a diversified, family-owned Emirati group established in the United Arab Emirates in 1965 by Dr. Saad Al Khayyat. What began with the founding of BinSina Pharmacy, now one of the region’s most established healthcare retail brands, has evolved over six decades into a pioneering group operating across nine industries in the Middle East. Today, AKI’s businesses span pharmaceuticals, medical equipment, retail, food and non-food consumer goods, fitness, automotive, environmental services, logistics, manufacturing and contracting.

AKI employs over 11,000 people and has a footprint across nine countries in the Middle East. Through decades of hands-on operating experience, the group has built a unique, integrated ecosystem that enables the sustainable growth of businesses, brands and services. This infrastructure allows AKI to build, scale and operate resilient businesses with long-term impact.

Positioned at the intersection of opportunity and growth for East and West, AKI acts as a catalyst for sustainable business expansion, turning global capability into regional execution and long-term value. The group enables meaningful partnerships and accelerates the growth of businesses and brands across its ecosystem.

Recognized for its leadership and contribution to the region’s economy, AKI was ranked among the Top 100 Arab Family Businesses of 2025 by Forbes. Born in the UAE, AKI continues to grow locally, regionally and internationally, anchored in its people, values and commitment to sustainable progress and impact.

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