With eye on expansion, Alesayi Holding acquires Initial Saudi Group

Mohammad Omar Kassem Alesayi, board member of Alesayi Holding Group
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Updated 23 September 2023
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With eye on expansion, Alesayi Holding acquires Initial Saudi Group

Alesayi Holding Group has taken a stride toward growth and diversification with the acquisition of 85 percent of Initial Saudi Group, a leading facilities and manpower management group with more than 40 years of operational experience. The agreement was signed in the presence of Alesayi Holding Group CEO Hany Habashy, and Initial Saudi Group’s Board Member Faris Bundakji.

Initial Saudi Group operates through its two major companies, Initial Facilities Management and Workforce Saudia. With more than 25,000 associates, Initial provides a variety of services, including cleaning, security, engineering, support, pest control, and landscaping across Saudi Arabia.

The acquisition is driven by Alesayi Group’s focus on expanding and diversifying its service offerings, to cater to the increasing demand for manpower services and emerging opportunities within the Saudi Vision 2030 framework, along with facilitating seamless integration between the group’s sectors and companies.

Mohammad Omar Kassem Alesayi, board member of Alesayi Holding Group, said that the group is built on successful local and global partnerships, as it aims to expand its reach and drive growth. “By leveraging resources and expertise, Alesayi provides innovative solutions that contribute to the goals outlined in the Quality of Life Program under Vision 2030,” he said.

Habashy said: “This acquisition marks an exciting chapter in the group’s journey. By strategically acquiring Initial Saudi Group, Alesayi is positioning itself as an integrated services and solutions provider across a wide range of sectors within the Kingdom. Our commitment to contributing to the Kingdom’s vision of establishing major companies and projects is furthered by our expansion into new sectors, along with our support services in workforce recruitment.”

He added: “Alesayi has a strong reputation for its successful partnerships especially in real estate and hospitality, highlighted by its recent partnership for developing thousands of residential units, and another partnership with Gensler on a multi-use tower project in Jabal Omar, as well as its ongoing partnership with Accor Hotels to become a key player in the hospitality industry within the Kingdom.”

Meanwhile, Jason Ruehland, the newly appointed CEO of Initial Saudi Group, said: “Our reputation and proven track record are well-known in the industry through our subsidiary companies, specializing in pest control, security, and cleaning services. Our services are internally sourced, ensuring better quality and seamless integration across market sectors, giving us a unique edge in delivering superior services.”


Karl Lagerfeld and Aark Developers announce luxury beachfront residential project in Ras Al-Khaimah

Updated 16 December 2025
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Karl Lagerfeld and Aark Developers announce luxury beachfront residential project in Ras Al-Khaimah

Karl Lagerfeld and Aark Developers have signed a partnership to develop Karl Lagerfeld Residences, a beachfront residential project in Ras Al-Khaimah, ideally located on Al-Marjan Island. The signing ceremony took place on Dec. 10 in Paris at Karl Lagerfeld’s office, in the presence of Pier Paolo Righi, CEO of Karl Lagerfeld, and Rahul Kumar Gupta, chairman of Aark Developers. 

Valued at over $1.4 billion, this iconic ultra-luxury waterfront development is set to redefine beachfront living in the UAE and is scheduled for completion in 2028, delivering a collection of 663 sea view residences. The residences range from one to four bedrooms, with select residences offering private pools. The collection also comprises 20 podium villas, 10 ultra-exclusive sky villas/penthouses, and 11 rare beachfront villas, each with its own private pool. Residents will enjoy access to a fully curated lifestyle featuring two signature cafés and restaurants, a destination beach club, and a spectacular sky bar with an infinity pool, offering its own 1,000-feet private beach, creating an address defined by architectural excellence, exclusivity, and resort-style living at an unprecedented scale. 

Set within Ras Al-Khaimah’s fast-growing development landscape, Al-Marjan Island continues to establish itself as a luxury hub for tourism, hospitality, and entertainment in the region. The area’s outlook is further strengthened by the upcoming Wynn Al-Marjan Island integrated resort, set to open in 2027 and expected to elevate the emirate’s international profile. 

“This project marks a defining expression of how the Karl Lagerfeld universe can redefine modern living,” said Righi. “With Aark Developers, we are creating a signature landmark on Al-Marjan Island, one that brings Karl’s visionary design language into a breathtaking large-scale residential experience. It is a project we are genuinely proud to share with the region.” 

Gupta added: “What brought Aark Developers and Karl Lagerfeld together is a mutual commitment to detail, refinement, and creating spaces with purpose. We believe that great design goes beyond aesthetics — it shapes how people feel, interact, and live. This project on Al-Marjan Island embodies that vision, offering a living experience rooted in quality, harmony, and enduring elegance.” 

This is Karl Lagerfeld’s second branded project in the Middle East. A launch event in Dubai is planned for Q1 of 2026.

Karl Lagerfeld continues to expand its presence in hospitality and branded living, with projects including Karl Lagerfeld hotels in Macau and Marbella, Dubai Villas, and Lisbon Residences.