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At AWR Group, we’re at work for a planet that prospers. With a 75-year legacy, we build purposeful businesses that enrich life for every generation — guided by integrity, enterprise, and a shared sense of progress.

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Building a sustainable future together

Our comprehensive ESG framework shapes how we grow — with innovation, impact, inclusion, and integration at its core. Aligned with the UN Sustainable Development Goals and the UAE’s Net Zero vision, it’s our blueprint for a more responsible tomorrow.

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Powering up with solar

In partnership with SirajPower, we've launched solar energy initiatives across our showrooms and service centres in Dubai - generating an estimated 2.83 gigawatt-hours of clean energy every year and reducing our carbon footprint with every charge.

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Nurturing bright minds

From our beginnings as Dubai’s first bookshop, learning has always been part of our DNA. Since 2017, our teams have completed 35,000 training hours across 222 courses and 17 business school certifications — investing in growth that lasts generations.

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Designed for connection, creativity, and wellbeing

We’ve reimagined our headquarters as a living expression of our culture — a workspace built for collaboration, innovation, and community. With light-filled spaces, natural textures, and olive-tree piazzas, it’s where ideas — and people — thrive.

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From one venture to a multi-sector, multi-market footprint

What began in 1954 as Dubai’s first bookshop, founded by Abdul Wahid Al Rostamani, has grown into a group spanning multiple sectors and markets.



From automotive and logistics to real estate and beyond, our businesses are united by one belief: that business can be a force for good — enriching the lives of generations, today and tomorrow.


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May 20, 2026
By Hazem Moussa, CEO, Sineo Packaging
May 7, 2026
AWR Trading, part of AW Rostamani Group (AWR Group), has signed an exclusive distribution agreement with Blaupunkt, the German provider of AC and DC electric vehicle charging solutions, to support the expansion of EV charging infrastructure across the UAE. The initiative aligns with the UAE’s broader vision to accelerate sustainable transport adoption, reduce transport-related emissions, and develop future-ready infrastructure that supports the country’s Net Zero 2050 strategic ambitions. The partnership reinforces AWR Group’s wider commitment to advancing the UAE’s sustainable mobility ecosystem while meeting rising demand for EV infrastructure solutions. AWR Trading will work with Blaupunkt to develop a nationwide charging network, with an ambition to deploy between 500 and 1,000 chargers by 2030. Tom Fux, Chief Executive Officer, AWR Automotive, said: “This partnership is another step in strengthening AWR Group’s broader mobility ecosystem. As the automotive landscape evolves, access to reliable charging infrastructure is essential to enabling EV adoption at scale. We are pleased to see AWR Trading contributing to the UAE’s transition to cleaner, smarter mobility.” Tommy Rasmussen, COO, Blaupunkt EV Systems, said : “We are pleased to partner with AWR Trading to support the continued development of EV charging infrastructure in the UAE. Blaupunkt has a well-established presence in the UAE market, and we are confident that we have found the right partner in AWR Trading to continue building on that success. Together, we look forward to supporting the growing adoption of electric mobility across the region.” Rajagopal Ramaswamy, Director, AWR Trading, said: “This exclusive agreement with Blaupunkt marks an important step for AWR Trading as we expand into the EV charging sector. As the UAE continues its transition towards electric mobility, the availability of reliable charging infrastructure will be critical. “Together with Blaupunkt, we aim to help build a dependable charging network that supports the growing adoption of electric mobility across the UAE.” Blaupunkt’s charging portfolio spans AC and DC applications, supporting use cases from home and workplace charging through to higher-capacity infrastructure requirements. Combined with Blaupunkt’s local presence in the UAE, including dedicated technical personnel, and experience from supplying more than 50,000 EV chargers across Europe and the Middle East, the partnership brings together proven technical expertise with AWR Trading’s local market knowledge and operational strength, enabling the deployment of reliable and connected charging solutions at scale across the UAE. The rollout will be phased, with AWR Trading and Blaupunkt identifying strategic locations and deployment opportunities across the UAE over time. The collaboration reflects AWR Group’s broader commitment to sustainable growth, innovation, and practical partnerships that support the UAE’s mobility transition. As EV adoption continues to accelerate, dependable charging infrastructure remains a key enabler of wider market adoption. Through this partnership, AWR Trading and Blaupunkt aim to contribute to a more connected, convenient and future-ready charging network for drivers and businesses across the country.  This further reinforces AWR Group’s earlier collaboration with UAEV, supporting both the infrastructure and accessibility needed to accelerate EV adoption nationwide and make EV ownership more accessible through expanded charging infrastructure.
May 6, 2026
AWR Group marked its participation at Make It In The Emirates 2026 with a showcase of two businesses from our portfolio: Sineo Packaging and Armela Farms . Held from 4 th – 7 th May at ADNEC Centre Abu Dhabi , the exhibition brought together businesses, government entities, manufacturers, investors, and industry stakeholders under one of the UAE’s most prominent platforms for industrial growth and local production. Representing two distinct but complementary areas of capability, Sineo Packaging and Armela Farms highlighted AWR Group’s growing presence across sectors linked to sustainable manufacturing, food production, supply chain resilience, and UAE-based enterprise. Across the four-day exhibition, the shared stand welcomed more than 200 visitors , creating opportunities for conversations with customers, partners, business owners, and stakeholders from across the local market. Strengthening the UAE’s local production landscape AWR Group’s presence at MIITE reflected the depth of capability being built across its portfolio, particularly in areas that support the UAE’s national ambitions around industrial development, food security, sustainability, and resilient supply chains. Sineo Packaging showcased its sustainable packaging solutions designed for a wide range of sectors, including F&B, farming, coffee shops, restaurants, cafés, dark kitchens, catering businesses, and hospitality. Its participation generated strong interest from visitors exploring packaging solutions that respond to evolving market needs, while reinforcing Sineo’s role as a UAE-based packaging partner for businesses seeking practical, adaptable, and responsible solutions. Armela Farms brought forward its role in advancing local food production through high-quality, locally grown produce and controlled-environment agriculture. Through its presence at MIITE, Armela engaged with individual visitors, restaurant representatives, and business owners interested in accessing its products through available platforms, while strengthening awareness of its contribution to the UAE’s food resilience landscape. Commercial conversations and cross-portfolio value The exhibition also created a platform for meaningful business engagement. For Sineo Packaging, participation supported potential client discussions with prominent hospitality, farming, and F&B businesses, with follow-up meetings planned in the coming days. The business also progressed a strategic commercial opportunity with a leading UAE food and agriculture entity to supply packaging for an upcoming premium product line, covering five packaging SKUs. Initial alignment also took place with the entity’s appointed marketing agency on timelines and communication protocols to support smooth execution. The shared booth format further strengthened visibility between Sineo Packaging and Armela Farms, reinforcing the potential for cross-portfolio collaboration across packaging, agriculture, and food production. A platform for visibility, dialogue, and future opportunity MIITE 2026 provided a valuable platform to position Sineo Packaging and Armela Farms within the wider national conversation around local production and UAE-made capability. For AWR Group, the participation supported brand visibility, commercial engagement, and stronger storytelling around two portfolio businesses contributing to sectors of growing strategic importance. It also created an opportunity to highlight how different parts of the Group’s portfolio are responding to market needs through practical solutions, sector expertise, and locally anchored capability. As the UAE continues to accelerate its industrial and production ambitions, the presence of businesses such as Sineo Packaging and Armela Farms reflects the role of private sector enterprise in supporting the country’s long-term growth agenda.
May 4, 2026
Armela Farms is leveraging automation, AI-driven climate control, robotics, and hydroponic technologies to strengthen food security, optimise water usage, and build a more resilient agricultural ecosystem aligned with the UAE’s industrial and sustainability ambitions. Food production across the UAE is undergoing a technological transformation as advanced agricultural systems begin redefining how farms operate, scale, and respond to growing sustainability and food-security demands. From AI-powered climate control and robotics to precision irrigation and hydroponic cultivation, technology-led farming models are enabling higher productivity, improved crop consistency, and greater resilience against supply-chain disruptions. The UAE’s broader industrial and self-sufficiency ambitions under initiatives such as Make it in the Emirates are creating strong momentum for companies like Armela Farms, which are demonstrating how controlled-environment agriculture can reduce reliance on imports while optimising scarce resources such as water and land. Avir Shah, Founder, CEO & Chairman of Armela Farms, at Make it in the Emirates, shared insights on the growing role of automation, intelligent farming systems, and sustainable production models shaping the future of agriculture and long-term food security across the region. How is automation changing the way farms operate in the UAE, particularly in terms of efficiency and consistency? Automation is transforming agriculture in the UAE by making production more efficient, predictable, and scalable. At Armela Farms, our hydroponic facilities combine advanced climate control, sensor networks, robotic growing systems, precision fertigation, and data-driven operational management. These technologies allow us to control key parameters such as temperature, humidity, CO2, light, and nutrient delivery with a high level of accuracy. Our robotic growing system has enabled us to achieve more than 200% higher annual production per square metre compared with conventional benchmark systems, while maintaining consistency in both volume and quality. This level of automation reduces variability, improves resource efficiency, and ensures reliable, year-round production. How do your controlled environment and automated systems impact crop quality and yield? Our controlled environment and automated systems have a direct impact on both crop quality and yield. Because the crop is grown inside a fully managed environment, every input can be monitored and adjusted according to plant needs. Advanced climate control, supported by AI-driven Intelligent Algorithms and our own historical climate data, allows us to maintain stable growing conditions throughout the year, even when external weather conditions fluctuate. This gives us consistent production volumes, uniform product quality, improved shelf life, and a more reliable supply for customers. “Our precision fertigation and closed-loop irrigation system allow us to recycle 100% of irrigation water, reducing waste while protecting crop performance.” How does Armela Farms align with the goals of Make it in the Emirates, particularly around innovation and local production? Armela Farms aligns strongly with the goals of Make it in the Emirates because we represent a new model of local, technology-enabled food production. We are not only farming; we are engineering food production through controlled environment agriculture, automation, data analytics, and advanced growing systems. This creates a high-tech local production platform that supports national self-sufficiency, reduces reliance on imports, and contributes to the diversification of the UAE’s industrial base. Our model also reflects sustainable industrial innovation, including efficient water use, year-round production, and the recycling of plant residues so that organic crop waste is converted into value rather than sent to landfill. How does local, tech-enabled production help strengthen food supply chains in the UAE? Local, technology-enabled production strengthens the UAE’s food supply chain by reducing dependence on long international logistics routes and creating a more resilient local source of fresh produce. With real-time monitoring, predictive data, and climate-control systems supported by Intelligent Algorithms and historical performance data, we can plan production with greater accuracy and respond faster to market needs. Physical proximity to customers also means fresher products, shorter delivery times, and lower exposure to disruptions caused by global shipping delays, geopolitical events, or extreme climate conditions elsewhere. “Local high-tech farming gives the UAE more control over availability, quality, and continuity of supply.” How does your farming model allow you to respond to supply or demand disruptions? Our farming model gives us a strong ability to respond to both supply and demand disruptions. Because our production is controlled, modular, and data-driven, we can adjust planting schedules, harvest planning, and crop cycles more quickly than traditional open-field farming. The use of automation, advanced climate control, and historical climate and production data helps us forecast output and maintain stable production across the year. This flexibility allows us to respond to sudden changes in demand, reduce the effect of external supply shortages, and support the market with consistent availability and quality. What role will advanced agricultural technologies play in the UAE’s long-term food security goals? Advanced agricultural technologies will play a central role in the UAE’s long-term food security strategy. In an arid region with limited freshwater and challenging climate conditions, the future of agriculture depends on precision, efficiency, and resilience. Technologies such as robotics, AI, machine learning, IoT, advanced climate control, water recycling, and data-driven crop management will allow the UAE to produce more food locally using fewer resources. For Armela Farms, this means combining high productivity per square metre with 100% irrigation-water recycling, year-round consistency, and responsible handling of plant residues. These technologies will not only increase local production capacity but also position the UAE as a regional and global leader in sustainable agriculture for hot-climate environments.

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