Where We Operate
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Nigeria
In 2024, Visions Group embarked on a significant expansion into Nigeria, marking a strategic diversification in our operations. This venture was driven by comprehensive market research and a successful test batch that revealed substantial demand for our products in the region. As a result, we established a manufacturing operation in Nigeria focusing primarily on the production of high-quality packaging materials, including BOPP tapes, shrink film, stretch film, labels, ribbons, and printed labels and stickers. We also provide co-packing solutions, ensuring our comprehensive service offerings globally.
Nigeria's rapidly growing economy, the largest in Africa, presents immense opportunities for industrial growth and innovation. With its expanding middle class and increasing consumer demand, the Nigerian market is strategic move for Visions Group to diversify its operations outside the Middle East. This expansion underscores our commitment to identifying and capitalizing on gaps in the market. Our state-of-the-art manufacturing processes and adherence to international quality standards enable us to deliver exceptional products that meet the stringent demands of our clients.
Our Nigerian facility not only caters to local needs but also supplies to neighbouring countries, including Kenya, Zimbabwe, Sierra Leone, and South Africa, thereby extending our footprint across the African continent. Through this strategic move, Visions Group aims to contribute to the economic growth of Nigeria and the broader African region, aligning with the continent's industrialization goals. By leveraging our expertise and innovative approach, we are well-positioned to support our clients' growth and success, solidifying our reputation as a leading provider of packaging solutions in Africa.
Yassir Bilgrami
Regional Head, Africa
With a decade of diverse experiences in manufacturing, logistics, and banking, accompanied with a solid educational foundation from the United Kingdom, Mr. Yassir is an exemplary leader for our operations in Nigeria. His multifaceted background equips him with a unique blend of skills enhancing our operational capabilities, ensuring seamless supply chain management and financial stability, all of which are critical for navigating the complex African market. His proven ability to adapt and innovate across various industries makes him the ideal candidate to spearhead our ambitious expansion in Nigeria.
Kingdom of Saudi Arabia
In 2024, Visions Group proudly commenced operations in Saudi Arabia, marking our latest and most ambitious expansion. This strategic move aligns with Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030, which aims to diversify the economy, stimulate local industries, and develop a robust logistics infrastructure. Recognizing the immense growth potential for our clients within this transformative framework, we have ventured beyond our core packaging services to offer a full spectrum of logistics solutions. Our comprehensive services now include storage, fulfilment, and transportation, enabling us to act as a turnkey partner for our clients.
By aligning with the Vision 2030’s goals of fostering industrial growth and enhancing logistical capabilities, we are well-positioned to support our clients’ expansion in Saudi Arabia. This expansion stresses our commitment to delivering unparalleled value and a seamless regional experience, ensuring that our clients benefit from our expertise in promotional packaging and value-added services while leveraging our robust logistical capabilities.
Through these efforts, we aim to contribute to Saudi Arabia’s ambitious vision of becoming a global logistics hub, ultimately driving economic growth and diversification.
Fadi Irfan
Country Head, Saudi Arabia
With a robust financial background and advanced degrees from London, United Kingdom, Mr. Fadi is an exemplary leader for our Saudi Arabian operations. Bringing extensive international and multi-cultural experiences, strategic insights, and leadership qualities, he is well-equipped to navigate the diverse and complex Saudi market. His ability to understand and engage with a multitude of stakeholders positions him as a pivotal figure in driving Visions Group’s ambitious expansion in this dynamic region. Recognizing the immense growth potential for our clients within this transformative framework, Mr. Fadi has overseen our venture beyond core packaging services to offer a full spectrum of logistics solutions, a first for Visions Group.
United Arab Emirates
Visions Group embarked on its journey in the UAE in 2003 with a modest team of just four employees. Today, our headquarters remain in the UAE, where we proudly pioneered the value-added services and promotional packaging industry, bringing an organized and innovative approach to this sector. As our largest operation, the UAE branch stands as a testament to our growth and success, supported by a robust and loyal customer base. Many of our clients, who have been with us since our early days, requested our services throughout the region reflecting their trust in our commitment to excellence.
The UAE’s dynamic economy has provided a fertile ground for our expansion with a strategic location and world-class infrastructure, Dubai has enabled us to scale our operations effectively. Aligning with Dubai Vision 2040, we are dedicated to contributing to the city’s ambition of becoming a global hub for business, tourism, and sustainability. Specifically, we adhere to these goals by implementing eco-friendly packaging solutions and optimizing our supply chain to reduce environmental impact.
By continuously pushing the boundaries of innovation, we provide cutting-edge solutions that meet the evolving needs of our clients and set industry benchmarks. Our UAE operations embody our mission to deliver exceptional value and service, driving us forward as leaders in the packaging industry.
Irfan Izhar
Chairman of Visions Group
Country Head, United Arab Emirates
With an extensive background in finance and over 25 years of experience, Mr. Irfan serves as the Chairman for the Group and Country Head for the UAE. His exemplary leadership and strategic acumen have propelled Visions Group to the forefront of the industry. Mr. Irfan’s unparalleled market knowledge, coupled with his innovative solutions, enables him to identify sustainable growth opportunities, driving significant expansion into new markets and achieving vertical integration to optimize costs. His visionary approach ensures that Visions Group pushes the boundary setting new standards for excellence and sustainability in the packaging sector.
Qatar
In 2017, Visions Group expanded into Qatar to meet the growing demand from our clients and replicate the success we achieved in the UAE. Since then, Qatar has rapidly become our second strongest market for packaging solutions, thanks to the country’s robust economic growth and strategic position in the GCC. Learning from the initial challenges we faced in the UAE and Bahrain, we refined our processes and strategies, allowing us to achieve faster growth and enhanced efficiency in Qatar.
Qatar’s economy, characterized by its high GDP per capita and strong focus on diversification, has created an ideal environment for our services. Our newly inaugurated, state-of-the-art facility is equipped to meet the sophisticated needs of our multinational clients, reflecting our commitment to innovation and excellence. In addition to our core packaging services, we also offer an extensive range of packaging materials, ensuring we meet the diverse needs of this market. Our presence in Qatar not only reinforces our regional footprint but also supports the nation’s vision of becoming a hub for trade and industry in the GCC.
Rajesh Sharma
Country Head, Qatar
With a quarter-century of experience in the UAE’s retail sector, Mr. Rajesh emerged as the ideal candidate to navigate the intricacies of the Qatar landscape. His seasoned leadership, honed through prior management roles, coupled with a deep understanding of the packaging industry, positions him as a pivotal steward for Visions Group in the Qatar market. Leveraging his industry-specific expertise, Mr. Rajesh has facilitated the expansion of our service portfolio to encompass a broader spectrum of retail industries, addressing previously underserved sectors with tailored solutions.
Bahrain
In 2014, Visions Group made its first international expansion into Bahrain, a strategic move to bolster our presence in the Gulf region. This was a smooth transition for our first international base as Bahrain’s economy is known for its strong business-friendly environment. Despite the smaller population, we saw significant potential in supporting our multinational clients with the same high standards of service that define our brand.
Our commitment to excellence in promotional packaging has been instrumental in catering to the unique needs of this market. As we continue to uphold our dedication to quality and efficiency, our operations in Bahrain stand as a testament to our ability to adapt and excel in diverse market conditions, ensuring every client is fulfilled.
Mohammed Zahid
Country Head, Bahrain
With a solid background in management and extensive experience in the packaging industry, Mr. Mohammed brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to our Bahrain operations. His adept leadership skills, combined with a keen understanding of market, ensure that our operations run smoothly and efficiently. His commitment to maintaining our brand’s dedication to quality and efficiency has been instrumental in catering to the specific needs of our Bahraini clientele.