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Family HoldingPuts its own capital into companiesLAST VERIFIED Oct 2026 · 4 SOURCES

Al Qasimi Group

Sharjah group founded in 1982 by Sheikh Faisal Al Qassemi; holds stakes in UAE-listed banks, insurers and other companies alongside travel, hotel and transport businesses.

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Family & background

HEADQUARTERS
Sharjah, United Arab Emirates
FOUNDED
1982

Investment approach

ROUTES
Companies (own capital)
STRATEGIES
Public equitiesDirect investments

Overview

Al Qasimi Group was founded in 1982 in Sharjah by Sheikh Faisal Khalid Sultan Al Qassemi, its owner and chairman. Its site lists a portfolio of shareholdings in UAE public companies, including banks, insurers and companies such as Emaar, Air Arabia and Dana Gas. The group also runs businesses in travel (Orient Travel), hotels (Citymax), hospitality supply, transport (Orient Motors) and restaurants.

Holdings & investments (10)

  • Al Buhaira National Insurance
  • Sharjah Islamic Bank
  • Abu Dhabi Islamic Bank
  • Emaar
  • Air Arabia
  • Dana Gas
  • Dubai Investments
  • Orient Travel
  • Citymax Hotels
  • Orient Motors

People

  • Sheikh Faisal Khalid Sultan Al Qassemi
    Owner and Chairman · source

Frequently asked questions

Al Qasimi Group is a family holding based in Sharjah, the United Arab Emirates, founded in 1982.

Al Qasimi Group invests its own capital into companies. Its stated asset mix includes public equities and direct investments.

Al Qasimi Group invests in Fintech, Consumer & E-commerce, Mobility & Logistics and Real Estate & PropTech.

Key people at Al Qasimi Group include Sheikh Faisal Khalid Sultan Al Qassemi (Owner and Chairman).

Al Qasimi Group's holdings and investments include Al Buhaira National Insurance, Sharjah Islamic Bank, Abu Dhabi Islamic Bank, Emaar, Air Arabia, Dana Gas, Dubai Investments and Orient Travel, among others.