From its headquarters in Al Khobar, the Saad Group manages its wide-ranging operations with a priority focus on quality.

For many years, the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia has been focusing on diversifying the economy away from oil, while at the same time increasing the involvement of the private sector. In keeping with the government’s goals,the Saad Group has played a primary role in improving the country’s social and physical infrastructure. It has undertaken massive construction projects and built a sound base of health and education facilities.

With a net worth of more than $5 billion, the Saad Group has core interests in construction, building development, banking and finance, and medical and educational projects. As a private-sector reflection of Saudi economic dynamism, the group is a partner in the Kingdom’s development.

Flagship firm Saad Trading and Contracting Company was established in the mid-80s, and the Saad Group has continued to expand since then. Today, activities include leisure development, information technology, and travel and tourism.

Founder and Chairman of the Saad Group Maan A. Al-Sanea has seen his enterprise rise to seventh place among Saudi Arabian diversified companies. Not only as a consequence of his outstanding entrepreneurial qualities, but also because of his commitment to humanitarian principles, Mr. Al-Sanea is one of the most respected businessmen in the country.

Led by a philanthropic attitude, he founded the Saad Center for Communications Disorders, and subsequently the Saad Specialist Hospital (SSH). The Saad National School for Boys and its counterpart for girls showcase the group’s investment in education.

Faithful to their trademark of quality, the integrating companies of the Saad Group reflect a sound business acumen. The SSH is the premier healthcare facility in the Middle East; the Saad Information Technology Company is the Saudi Arabian IT leader; the Saad Travel and Tourism Company is a member of international travel organisations as well as being general sales agent for Saudi Arabian Airlines; and the Group’s property development has made its mark in luxury housing with the Oasis Residential Resorts.

Over 50% of the group’s income of the is generated through the financial services division. Saad Investments Company Limited holds and manages shareholders’ offshore assets, and the recently incorporated Awal Bank offers additional offshore banking services.

“The only thing worth investing in is quality. This focus raises our performance standards and promotes excellence. When we demand quality, everyone benefits,” says Mr. Al-Sanea.