Imdaad, Abuissa Holding in joint venture to provide integrated facilities management solutions in Qatar

Imdaad, the leading provider of integrated facilities management solutions in the UAE, has announced that it has recently signed a strategic agreement with Qatar-based Abuissa Holding (AIH), one of the leading business conglomerates in the Middle East, to establish Imdaad in Qatar, which will deliver integrated facilities management solutions in the Qatari market. The partnership sustains Imdaad’s regional strategic expansion plan for the 2012-2017 period, while taking advantage of a surge in demand for specialized FM services in Qatar.
With an approach on investment that focuses ondiversified business activities through ownerships, associates, partnerships and joint ventures, Abuissa Holding aims at capitalizing on Imdaad’s extensive experience in total facilities management services, soft services and recycling, waste management, power generator rentals, and consultancy. Abuissa Holding’s proactive vision focuses on maintaining and sustaining successful joint ventures to support the overall economic development and GDP of the State of Qatar.
“Qatar remains one of the most lucrative markets for facilities management services, driven by its vibrant economy and widespread development projects being implemented across the country. Imdaad’s strategic partnership with Abuissa Holding gives us a significant head start in our expansion drive in the Qatari market, giving us greater leverage to reach out to various market segments through its extensive presence across key industries in the country. Building on the success of our expansion initiative in Qatar, we will continue to fortify our presence in the region, taking advantage of our strategic alliances and Imdaad’s track record as a leading provider of integrated facilities management solutions in the Middle East,” said Jamal Abdulla Lootah, CEO, Imdaad.
“Our country has enthusiasm to learn about facilities management best practices; although the market is very young, the learning curve in Qatar will be very quick and the highest standards will definitely be implemented. With facilities management being a strategic and essential service to our market, Imdaad will be offering world-class and state-of-the-art services in Qatar,” said Ashraf Abu Issa, Chairman AIH.
Imdaad has become the solutions provider of choice in the UAE, counting the most prominent landmark developments in its impressive client portfolio like Jebel Ali Free Zone, Burj Khalifa, Ibn Battuta Mall to name a few.
Sustaining Qatar’s future developments, this partnership will reinforce Abuissa Holding’s presence in the market, complementing its wide range of services through its alliance with the strongest market player in the region.
Imdaad is recognized for its quality-driven solutions and its pursuit of environmental sustainability. FM awards have announced it as the 2010 winner of “Overall GCC Company of the year”. Imdaad has also gained a strong reputation as an adopter and implementer of the latest FM technologies and practices in the delivery of FM solutions that enhance the business performance of its clients in a highly competitive business environment.
Building on the strength of their core offerings, Imdaad continues to introduce more personalized services to cater to the evolving need and preferences of its customers. This has further enhanced the reputation of Imdaad as a results-oriented and value-driven facilities management company.
Background Information
Imdaad
Imdaad is the Middle East’s leading Integrated Facility Management Company. It is a founding member of the Middle East Facilities Management Association (MEFMA) and employs a multi-cultural workforce of over 6,000 skilled workers from 37 countries.