
Abou Arab: A Legacy Reimagined for the World
With a legacy stretching back over 135 years, Abou Arab was once the highest-selling and most widely traded brand in its category across the region. Known for its deeply rooted heritage and artisanal quality, the brand has long been a household name, passed from generation to generation.
Guide the brand through a full-scale modernization and global expansion—without losing the legacy it was built upon.


Strategic Objectives & Goals
Modernize Operations End-to-End
Transition from fully manual processes to digitally integrated systems for manufacturing, logistics, sales, and inventory.
Enable Global Market Entry
Build the infrastructure needed to support seamless export/import operations and penetrate key markets in the UAE, Europe, and Asia.
Preserve Heritage While Enabling Scale
Maintain the cultural and historical identity of the brand while building scalable systems to meet global demand.


Communicate Legacy with Modern Appeal
Establish a modern brand presence both online and in physical retail environments that resonate with younger, global audiences while respecting the brand’s heritage and values.


Distribution & Retail Partnerships
Secured regional distribution agreements and in-store placements to build visibility and access in priority markets.
Ecommerce Platform Launch
Designed and launched a full-featured ecommerce website with global shipping and localized experiences.


Localized Media Strategy
Created culturally tailored content to resonate with different target markets and engage local audiences, including on social, TV and in-store.


End-to-End Logistics Enablement
Took charge of importing, customs clearance, and warehousing solutions across multiple international regions.


The Work
"Our brand has lived for over a century in the hearts of our community, but we knew it was time to evolve. This team helped us bring Abou Arab Haider into the modern world without letting go of what made us special. We’re now present in markets we only dreamed of before—and we did it without losing our roots."
- Hassan Haider
General Manager

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