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DUBAI: Dubai-born Dulsco Group, a leader in People Solutions, Environmental Solutions, Talent Solutions, and Energy Recruitment Solutions, has announced that 2025 marks 90 years of operation, an achievement seen by only a handful of other UAE businesses.
With a legacy of Sanaa, innovation, service excellence, and sustained growth, Dulsco was established on the banks of the Dubai Creek in 1935 as a simple stevedoring operation. Since then, the company has mirrored Dubai’s phenomenal growth, evolving into a leading provider of integrated solutions across multiple industries and countries.
Reflecting on this extraordinary 90-year milestone, His Highness Sheikh Mana bin Khalifa Al Maktoum, Founder of WAFI Group and Shareholder of Dulsco Group said: “The well-being and socio-economic development of the nation continues to be at the heart of everything we do at Dulsco Group – something which my mother Sheikha Sanaa Bint Mana Al Maktoum would have been pleased and proud to witness. When Sheikha Sanaa Bint Mana Al Maktoum merged her manpower business with the existing Dulsco company in the 1960s, it was with her father, Sheikh Mana Bin Rashid Al Maktoum’s legacy and reform movement in mind. In Emirati ‘Sanaa’ also has a deeper cultural meaning as the art of dealing with others in a way which represents Emirati customs, culture and heritage, through daily behaviours and social interactions that govern relationships within society, such as respecting elders, observing public etiquette, and displaying generosity through hospitality – something which we believe is critical to our continued collective success.”
Across the last 90 years, Dulsco has continuously expanded its offering, diversifying its portfolio to include people and environmental solutions, coming together as Dulsco LLC in 2005. Strategic acquisitions, such as Parisima Talent in 2022 and Advance Global Recruitment in 2023, have further strengthened its capabilities, while its commitment to technology and sustainability has solidified its leadership position. Today, with a talent pool of 23,000 employees, the company operates across the UAE, KSA, UK, USA, and Guyana, with a presence in over 70 countries.
Abdul Rahman Sharif Al Baidhaei, Chairman of ARMS Group and Shareholder of Dulsco Group said: “When my father established one of the very first enterprises in Dubai in 1935, he had a vision aligned with the founding leaders of our nation. I am certain that if he could see our present-day operations – with over 3,700 clients across multiple industries and a global team of more than 23,000 talented professionals – he would be immensely proud and deeply grateful to every individual who has contributed to our journey. A 90-year legacy of achievement and growth is possible only because of the right team to execute and evolve that vision. I look forward to the next 90 years of Dulsco Group.”
Speaking about Dulsco Group’s heritage and legacy, current Group Chief Executive Officer of Dulsco Group, David Stockton stated: “90 years of any business is remarkable, but more remarkable still is a 90-year-old business in the UAE, when you consider the UAE is celebrating 54 years of unity this year. It is a testament to the dedication of our employees, the trust of our customers, and the strength of our partnerships. Since our inception, we have grown alongside the UAE and the region, expanding our services to meet the evolving needs of industries and communities.”
Stockton continues, “Our commitment to innovation and sustainability has been instrumental in shaping our journey, and as we step into the future, we remain focused on delivering world-class solutions. Looking ahead, we will continue to invest in cutting-edge technology, workforce development, and strategic growth initiatives that drive progress and create lasting impact. We are incredibly proud of this milestone and look forward to building on our legacy of excellence for the next 90 years.”
Dulsco Group remains committed to strategic growth, both organically and through partnerships, while continuing to pioneer innovative, sustainable solutions combined with entrepreneurial problem-solving. The company reaffirms its dedication to delivering world-class services and contributing to the region’s long-term economic and environmental progress. It is now poised to lead the next 90-year chapter of growth, delivering pioneering solutions that empower businesses and contribute to the UAE’s vision for a sustainable and prosperous future.
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