Established in 1977, Bukhamseen Travel & Tourism has 40 years’ experience and expertise in providing travel and tourism services to the corporate market. With a reputation for the highest quality business travel solutions, Bukhamseen Travel & Tourism is considered among the sector’s key players in Kuwait. Founded by Bukhamseen Holding, the company has been a member of the International Air Transport Association (IATA) since 1979, and now has a hotel reservation network that – through its connections with over 500 hotels – is among the largest in the world.
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Gulf Energy Company
Established in 2004, Gulf Energy Company (GEC) is at the heart of Bukhamseen Holding’s activities in the Kuwaiti energy sector. The company works in all aspects of oil, petrochemical, gas and power generation – up, mid and downstream – as well as energy-related maintenance work and equipment supply. GEC’s leading reputation has been built on the back of consistently delivering outstanding solutions and services, and through adding value by innovation, technology, teamwork and trust. Currently contracted by the State of Kuwait’s governmental authority in the energy sector, GEC is owned in full by Bukhamseen Holding.
United Steel Industry Company
The United Steel Industry Company – also known as Kuwait Steel – was established in 1996 as a joint partnership between a group of Kuwaiti investors, including Bukhamseen Holding, and Germany’s ASCOTEC.
By building the country’s first rolling mill in 2002, followed by a steel-making plant in 2011, the company turned into a market leader for the manufacturing of high quality reinforcing and structural steel bars, which are vital to the region’s construction industry.
The success of Kuwait Steel has supported Bukhamseen Holding’s local and regional activity in the real estate sector, and granted it an excellent reputation in customer service, safety and sustained improvement.
MNA International Group
Established in 2006, MNA International Group was created based on the innovative vision of Mounif Nehmeh, a Lebanese entrepreneur with a passion for design, construction, development and business. Partnering with a leading Kuwaiti holding group, Bukhamseen Holding, they founded MNA Construction, a general contractor for the development and construction of industrial, commercial, institutional, civil and high-density residential projects. Nehmeh turned this new venture into a prestigious concern for construction based in Kuwait and Milan. With his recognized track record and continued delivery of eminent projects, the company quickly to achieved an excellent reputation in the Arabian Peninsula.
Over the years, MNA has evolved into a multi- disciplined corporation with a diversified portfolio of activities. It continues to grow, with operations in Kuwait, Saudi Arabia, Italy and the South of France
Bukhamseen International Group of Contractors
Bukhamseen International Group of Contractors (BIG) was established in 1973 as a subsidiary of Bukhamseen Holding. It has since become a contractor of choice in Kuwait’s construction industry, and is well known for solving technical challenges and delivering quality work in a safe and timely manner. The company’s extensive portfolio covers construction of buildings, civil engineering, architectural finishes, electromechanical works, facilities management and infrastructure.
With proven achievements in a wide variety of construction projects, the company is well equipped for taking up new development contracts as well as extensions and refurbishment work. More importantly, it can deliver for all budgets and at all levels of complexity. Along with being recognized as an expert builder, BIG is also known for its competitive pricing, integrity, and commitment to clients.
Al Thuraya City, Crowne Plaza Kuwait
Located in Al Thuraya City, the modern five-star Crowne Plaza Hotel offers top-class amenities and services alongside luxurious rooms and suites. First opened in December 2015, this 13 storey hotel has won several awards for service, quality and modernisation while under Bukhamsen Holding’s ownership. Recent additions include refreshed spa and fitness offerings, plus 4,850 square metres of conference and events facilities – the centrepiece of which is the new Al Jawhara Ballroom, featuring two meeting rooms and an auditorium.
Al Thuraya City
Bukhamseen Holding’s Al Thuraya City development is a superbly conceived one-stop destination for business and leisure travellers. It combines several world-leading hotel brands – a Crowne Plaza and a Holiday Inn, plus an InterContinental under development – with abundant facilities and services, including a vast leisure and spa centre. Since being named in 2015, Al Thuraya has also established itself as a major venue for events and functions. The complex benefits from the unique role Bukhamseen Holding plays as owner and operator of every aspect, from overall positioning down to every restaurant detail.
Al Houda Hotels & Tourism
Established in 1982, Al Houda Hotels & Tourism Company invests in, operates and provides asset management to Bukhamseen Holding’s hotel portfolio in Kuwait, Cairo, the United Arab Emirates and Iraq. Over the past 35 years, the company
has become a leading player in the region’s hospitality sector and an important contributor to its tourism. Partnerships with international brands such as Crowne Plaza, Holiday Inn, InterContinental, Ramada and Staybridge are a key factor in the company’s success. Al Houda also provides hospitality services to Al Diwan Al Amiri in Kuwait for both Bayan and Seif Palaces. Among its specialisms, the management team delivers outstanding pre-opening and opening expertise for new Bukhamseen Holding hotels. The company’s future plans include developing the Staybridge Suites brand in Kuwait.
Layan Real Estate
In Dubai’s dynamic and demanding real estate market, Layan Real Estate truly stands out. The company was formed in 2007 by an experienced team of UAE experts. Since its inception, Layan has grown to become one of the leading and most trusted real estate agencies in the Emirates, offering property development, property management, property investment, holiday homes, property maintenance, business consultancy and more. As befitting the meaning of the Arabic word ‘layan’, the company looks to offer its customers prosperity and happiness alongside a professional service.
Tanmiya Realty
Established in 2005 as a closed shareholding company, Tanmiya Realty has grown into a major player in Kuwait’s real estate market.
The specialised team at Tanmiya has extensive experience in asset and property development, project management, facility management, leasing and property management, market research
and feasibility studies. Since coming under the Bukhamseen Holding umbrella, Tanmiya has been involved with numerous iconic projects across the GCC, including the high-profile Lusail City. Hailed as the first green city in Qatar, this development spans 38 sq km and includes four islands, as well as 19 commercial, residential and recreational mixed-use areas.