Post by : Raina Mansoor
Photo : Ras Al Khaimah Government Media Office
His Highness Sheikh Saud bin Saqr Al Qasimi, a distinguished member of the UAE Supreme Council and the esteemed ruler of Ras Al Khaimah, recently marked a momentous occasion with the inauguration of Sobha Modular Industries' cutting-edge manufacturing facility in Al Hamra, Ras Al Khaimah.
As a subsidiary of the renowned Sobha Group, Sobha Modular Industries specializes in the production of aluminium facades and bathroom pods, leveraging advanced AI-based CNC machines and robotics within its expansive 250,000 square meter facility. The newly unveiled manufacturing unit boasts an impressive production capacity of 50 pods per day, with ambitious plans to double this output by the end of the year. Additionally, it churns out 1,800 square meters of aluminium products daily, with significant upgrades in the pipeline. This monumental endeavor is expected to generate over 3,000 job opportunities within the region, thereby contributing significantly to local employment prospects.
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PNC Menon, the esteemed Founder and Chairman of Sobha Group, expressed his delight at the inauguration of Sobha Modular Industries, emphasizing its potential to revolutionize the UAE's regional manufacturing landscape. The presence of His Highness Sheikh Saud bin Saqr Al Qasimi at the grand inaugural ceremony underscores the project's pivotal role in enhancing the region's economic and industrial capabilities, while also highlighting Sobha Group's unwavering commitment to innovation, quality, and sustainability.
Co-Chairman of Sobha Group, Ravi Menon, echoed these sentiments, expressing excitement about the launch of Sobha Modular Industries and its transformative impact on the regional manufacturing sector. He extended gratitude to His Highness Sheikh Saud bin Saqr Al Qasimi for his visionary leadership and noble involvement in the inaugural ceremony, underscoring the venture's mission to foster widespread development of local industries and elevate the manufacturing landscape to unprecedented heights.
RAKEZ Group CEO, Ramy Jallad, expressed his enthusiasm at welcoming Sobha Modular Industries to Ras Al Khaimah, emphasizing its significance in bolstering the emirate's industrial capacity and attracting top-tier global enterprises. He lauded the company's state-of-the-art manufacturing capabilities and commitment to sustainability, affirming Ras Al Khaimah's status as a prime destination for innovative and sustainable industrial development.
With Ras Al Khaimah's conducive manufacturing ecosystem, characterized by strategic proximity to vital raw materials and an attractive cost-value investment ratio, Sobha Group is well-positioned to navigate its new business venture with efficiency and success.
Managing Director of Sobha Realty, Francis Alfred, extended heartfelt gratitude to His Highness Sheikh Saud bin Saqr Al Qasimi for his unwavering support, marking the inauguration of Sobha Modular Industries as a significant milestone in construction innovation and excellence. He emphasized the company's commitment to setting new benchmarks for excellence in the manufacturing industry, with plans for exciting expansions in Ras Al Khaimah to support Sobha Group's overarching strategy for backward integration.
The partnership between Sobha Group and RAKEZ has played a pivotal role in facilitating this monumental endeavor, further solidifying Sobha Group's market presence and commitment to delivering the highest quality standards and customer satisfaction.
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