Founded in 1953, AlKazemi Group of Companies grew rapidly and diversified in diverse fields. By the early 1990s, the group had five divisions; Trading & Contracting, Shipping & Logistics, Travel & Tourism, Investment, Hospitality and Real Estate. The most recent industry AlKazemi Group ventured into was manufacturing in 2004, proving yet another successfully bold move.
Today the group is recognised as a market leader in two primary divisions; Trading & Contracting and Shipping & Logistics, and is renowned for its diverse entrepreneurial spirit.
AlKazemi International was established in the late 1960s as part of its second major division with activities including representing and supporting EPC contractors, supplying high quality electro-mechanical products, and various consultancy services. New opportunities have continually been grasped by the company, which has resulted in the Trading & Contracting Division participating in major projects through international EPC contractors covering nearly all major industries in Kuwait, including oil & gas, infrastructure, transportation and energy. Full EPC principal support and assistance is key to the success and timely completion of all projects.
Today United Shipping, Trading & Contracting Services Co. W.L.L. is one of the most successful shipping companies in the region. Through years of detailed planning, close operations, strong communication and practical, cost-effective execution, USTCS has been able to diversify operations and now runs through four companies to enable each sub-division to run smoothly.
With ISO 9001 certification and accredited by ANAB and UKAS, USTCS offers services such as shipping agency representation, global freight forwarding, project logistics, warehousing and distribution, the Shipping & Logistics Division provides project solutions which include experience of managing and executing projects valued at over $5billion USD.
AlKazemi Group of Companies is recognised as one of the region’s leaders in industrial activities. With the core of the Group continuing to be led by the renowned AlKazemi family, the company now employs over 500 staff, whose expertise run from shipping logistics to chocolate tempering to meet the needs of every client.
