The first phase of the NAQUA projects was started in 1982. This has been a turning point in the history of the Kingdom as with it, the country has become a global seafood producer. Today, NAQUA is considered one of the largest aquaculture operations of its type in the world, offering consumers the opportunity to enjoy products that are grown in Saudi farms which are strategically located by the coast of the Red Sea in Saudi Arabia, 180 kilometers south of Jeddah. NAQUA is one of the world’s largest fully-integrated marine farms specializing in shrimp and fish production with a total investment of 4 billion SAR till date. The company has adopted a development strategy that revolves around sustainability through the adoption of environmentally sensitive production methods that help preserve the pristine natural environment. Over 4,000 employees work at NAQUA from 32 different nations to produce 100,000 tonnes of marine products per year. Our shrimps, fish and sea cucumber reach around 32 countries in the world including Japan, Korea, China, Australia, and the United States in addition to several European and Arab countries. The company's fresh products are also available at large local retailers across the Kingdom.
We strive to turn NAQUA into a major player in enhancing the national economy and achieving food safety, as well as positioning it as the preferred supplier of marine products by achieving global leadership in our line of business in compliance with the best quality standards.
To offer high-quality, highly-nutritious marine products that have a positive impact on consumers' health.
NAQUA’s values shape our individual actions and our group operations, as well as guide our decisions and define objectives.
Sustainability
We create the perfect balance between our short-term and long-term vision to achieve fast and sustainable development
Social Responsibility
We align our professional objectives with what's best for our families, communities and the environment.
Innovation
We’re always looking for new and innovative ways to run and develop our operations
Excellence
We stand out in the way we perform our job and regularly offer the best quality standards.
Ethics
Our way of dealing and treating others define who we are.
Sustainability
We create the perfect balance between our short-term and long-term vision to achieve fast and sustainable development
Social Responsibility
We align our professional objectives with what's best for our families, communities and the environment.
Innovation
We’re always looking for new and innovative ways to run and develop our operations
Excellence
We stand out in the way we perform our job and regularly offer the best quality standards.
Ethics
Our way of dealing and treating others define who we are.
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In the name of Allah the Merciful, Lord of all worlds, to whom we are eternally grateful,
Prayers and peace be upon our Prophet, Muhammad, his family, all of his companions, and everyone who follows his path till the end of days...
I am pleased to welcome you all to NAQUA's official website. I wish to thank you for your interest in our online platform which we have specifically designed to communicate and share with you the vision, strategy, areas of activity, and future plans of one of the largest integrated aquaculture operations on the world's coastal deserts.
NAQUA is a national success story that reflects an ambitious vision. It came to us like a dream in the desert; a dream that was brought to life by the steadfast efforts of some of this nation's best and most loyal men. Now, we stand as one of the leading Aquaculturers in the world.
Our many achievements over more than 36 years were not just a lucky strike, but the fruit of thorough thinking, planning, and hard work. We journeyed around the world and visited every country that has excelled in the field of aquaculture to pick up from where they stopped. We set our goals, and based on our findings, we came up with a locally applicable and comprehensive business model that stretches along the virgin coasts of the Red Sea, in Al-Laith Governorate to the south of Jeddah.
Our operations are 100% compliant with local and global standards, as well as with internationally recognized food safety, environmental sustainability, and biosecurity regulations. Our products are best-in-class, offering a superior quality that caters to our customers' needs and exceeds markets' expectations, all at competitive prices.
Today, developing coastal areas as well as fish and marine life, remains one of our key objectives as we strive to fulfill our mission in line with the Kingdom's Vision 2030 and the national goals of achieving economic diversification and food security.
Aquaculture is undoubtedly emerging as a promising industry with a great potential to become a pillar of Saudi economy in the near future. We hope that the coming years will hold many other success stories with Allah's blessings, the precious trust of our stakeholders, and the unwavering determination of our highly professional and resourceful management team, as we continue to create valuable opportunities for a new generation of leaders and game changers.
I believe that he who has vision is capable of molding the present to make a better future... Our health, and very existence for that matter, has and will always depend on our food security, and we make it our national duty to keep it in safe hands.
Sulaiman Bin Abdul Aziz Al Rajhi
Minister of Environment, Water and Agriculture
Appointed as the Minister of Agriculture on January 15, 2015, H.E. Eng. Abdulrahman Abdulmohsen A. AlFadley witnessed the transformation of the ministry. In May 2016, a Royal Decree led to the renaming of the Ministry of Agriculture to the Ministry of Environment, Water, and Agriculture, broadening its scope to include environmental and water responsibilities. Consequently, AlFadley assumed the role of Minister of Environment, Water, and Agriculture.
Before his tenure at Almarai Co. in 1996, AlFadley contributed 13 years to the petroleum industry. At Almarai, he held key positions such as General Manager and Deputy CEO of Almarai's main factories in Al-Kharj. His leadership journey continued as he assumed the position of CEO in 2000, a role he held until 2015.
AlFadley served as the chairman of the International Dairy and Juice Limited, a joint venture between PepsiCo and Almarai. Additionally, he chaired the Dairy and Food Polytechnic, a collaboration between Technical and Vocational Training Corporation, Vocational Training, and Almarai Company, supporting Saudization programs in the dairy industry.
Beyond Almarai, he chaired the boards of Modern Food Industries (MFI) (Seven Days) and United Farmers Holding Company (UFHC). Al-Fadley was also a member of the Saudi Agricultural and Livestock Investment Company (SALIC) and the Engineering Board of King Saud University's College of Engineering.
Currently serving as the Minister of Environment, Water, and Agriculture, AlFadley holds the chairmanship of various organizations, including the General Food Security Authority (GFSA), Saudi Irrigation Organization, Agricultural Development Fund, National Center for Meteorology, Saline Water Conversion Corporation, National Water Company, Saudi Water Partnership Company, SALIC, Saudi Investment Recycling Company, National Agricultural Services Company, King Abdul Aziz Arabian Horses Center, National Research and Development Center for Sustainable Agriculture, National Wildlife Center, National Center for Vegetation Development and Combating Desertification, National Center for Environmental Compliance, National Center for Waste Management, National Center for Palms and Dates, Environment Fund, National Livestock and Fisheries Development Program, Agricultural Rural Development Program, General Organization for the Conservation of Coral Reefs and Turtles in the Red Sea, and National Center for the Prevention & Control of Plants Pests & Animal Diseases.
His expertise in operational management, project management, and investments is complemented by a commitment to corporate social responsibility. AlFadley is an active member of the Disabled Children's Association and supports the training of the national workforce and Saudization initiatives. He is also engaged in agricultural development and national resources conservation activities.
He holds a bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering from King Saud University.
Engineer Badr bin Hamed Al-Aujan currently serves as the Managing Director of Abdullah Al-Othaim Markets in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia since October 16, 2022. He holds the position of Chairman of the Board of Directors for Al-Jouf Agricultural Development Company "JADCO" since March 22, 2021, and for the Fourth Mills Company since November 2021, along with Mueen Human Resources Company since November 2021. Additionally, he is the Vice Chairman of the Board of Directors of Abdullah Al-Othaim Markets since October 2021 and holds the same role at the Arab Agricultural Services Company "Arasco" since June 2021, where he also chairs the Executive Committee.
As part of his board responsibilities, he serves as a member of the board for the Saudi Agricultural and Animal Production Investment Company "Salic" since December 2022 and "Savola Behshahr Company" since September 2014. He was appointed as a board member of Abdullah Al-Othaim Markets on October 3, 2021.
In his previous roles, he served as the CEO of Savola Food Company from 2014 to 2018 and as a board member of the same company from 2008 to 2018. Al-Aujan also held the position of Managing Director in various companies, including Noor Asia Company (2005-2014), Al-Muhaidib Group for Food (2005-2014), and Al-Aujan Industries Group (1996-2005).
His extensive board experience includes serving as a board member of Jarir Marketing Company from 2019 to 2022, Savola Pasta Company from 2012 to 2018 in Egypt, Al-Safi Danone Company from 2019 to 2021, and the National Company for Food Industries Limited from 2019 to 2021.
He holds a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering in 1992 from King Saud University.
Mr. Fahad Abdullah Al Subeaei currently serves as the Vice Chairman of AIMS Holding, overseeing the management of the textile sector and driving the development of the retail sector within the AIMS Holding Group since 2007. He holds a position on the Board of AIMS Holding Company and serves as a trustee on the board of the "Mohammed and Abdullah Ibrahim Al Subaie Charitable Foundation."
His professional journey includes chairig the Carpet Medina Factory Company in 2009 and founding Nusuki Group in 2013. Commencing his career with the National Aquaculture Group (NAQUA), a strategic investment project of AIMS, he undertook various pivotal roles. Initially, he contributed in Management and Administration support and later ascended to the role of Marketing and Sales Manager for the Saudi market. Fahad's significant contributions led to his nomination as a Board member of NAQUA in 2002.
He holds a Master’s degree in Management from the University of Bradford Business School in the United Kingdom, and a Master’s degree in Strategic Management from the Arabic Academic University in Saudi Arabia. Additionally, Fahad has pursued numerous specialized training courses for executives.
Engineer Abdullah bin Ali Al-Dubaikhi currently serves as the CEO of Al-Aqtar Real Estate Development Company in Saudi Arabia since April 2022. Holding board memberships in various local and international entities, he is associated with organizations such as Saudi Arabian Airlines Holding Company, Mulkia Investment Company, Al-Essa Industries Company, Abdullah Abdulghani & Bros. Co. in Qatar, International Maritime Industries, Minerva Foods Company, and Three G L.L.C.
Active in both Saudi and international business circles, Al-Dubaihi is a member of several business councils, including the Saudi-Australian Business Council, Saudi-Canadian Business Council, Saudi-Hungarian Business Council, and Saudi-Polish Business Council. He is affiliated with professional associations such as the European Association for Private Property and Investment, Young Presidents' Organization (YPO), Gulf Capital Association, and the Saudi Engineering Committee.
Previously, Al-Dubaikhi served as the CEO of Bahri Group from January 2018 until April 2022. He held board positions in Naseej International Trading Company and served as the Chairman of the Board of Salic Company in the United Kingdom and Canada. Additionally, he chaired the Board of United Farmers Holding Company in Saudi Arabia and European Agriculture Company in Ukraine.
Al-Dubaikhi co-founded Dualj Technology Company and served as its CEO from 1993 to 2002. His earlier roles include working as a Project Manager in the Lending Department at the Saudi Industrial Development Fund from 1990 to 1993 and as a Division Manager at Saudi Telecom Company from 1987 to 1990. He was appointed as a member of the Advisory Board of the Oxford Alumni Association from 2007 to 2014 and served on the boards of directors of Savola Group, Doroob Real Estate Investment, and Continental Farmers Group (CFG) in Ukraine.
Abdullah bin Ali Al-Dubaikhi received the Prince Sultan bin Salman Photography Award in 2013 and the gold medal in photography from the Al-Thani Photography Competition in Qatar in 2009.
He holds a Master's degree in Business Administration from the University of Oxford in the United States in 2011 and a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering from King Fahd University of Petroleum and Minerals in 1987.
Mr. Ahmed bin Saud Shahin brings extensive expertise to the business arena, having served as a board member on various boards and holding senior positions across diverse sectors for the past 16 years. His experience spans business development, supply chains, and sales.
Currently, he serves as an advisor to the CEO of Saudi Agricultural and Animal Production Investment Company (SALIC) and holds board positions in several companies, including Inochem, Shahini Holding Group, and Nabah Health Services Company.
He holds a Master's degree in Business Administration from IMD Business School in Switzerland in 2017. He also obtained a Bachelor's degree from King Fahd University of Petroleum and Minerals in Dhahran, College of Industrial Management, in 2006.
Engineer Ahmad Rasheed Mohammad AlBallaa played a pivotal role in the establishment of the National Aquaculture Group, driving the wheels of development and prosperity in NAQUA. Over a span of 37 years, he led the organization towards achieving rapid and sustainable growth, significantly contributing to the advancement of aquaculture in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia according to the highest international standards. His unwavering dedication and expertise played a crucial role in elevating NAQUA to one of the largest companies in terms of performance, reputation, and market position.
In addition to his role at NAQUA, Engineer Ahmad AlBallaa serves as a board member in various prestigious organizations. He is a member of the World Aquaculture Committee, the board of the National Program for the Development of the Fisheries Sector, the Agricultural Development Fund, and the Saudi Export Development Fund. Furthermore, he holds a position on the local council of Al-Laith Governorate and is a founding member of the Seventh Initiative for the development of the fisheries sector. Currently, he chairs the board of directors of the Saudi Aquaculture Association.
Throughout his career, Engineer AlBallaa has held several leadership positions, including General Manager roles at Rashid AlBallaa Sons Company for Agricultural Projects, the Saudi Fisheries Company, and the International Aquaculture Company. Presently, he continues to contribute as a member of the Board of Directors of Rashid AlBallaa Sons Company.
Engineer Hani bin Sami Halawani currently serves as the Chief Executive Officer of Mask and has amassed valuable experience in various roles. Prior to his role at Mask, he held key positions at prominent organizations, including The Saudi Arabian Investment Company (Sanabel Investments), where he served as the Head of Direct Investments.
His professional journey began as an Equipment Engineer at Saudi Aramco. Subsequently, he contributed his expertise as a member of the Project Finance and Structuring team at Bank Saudi Fransi. Later, he joined the World Bank Group in Washington, DC, initially as an Infrastructure Project Finance Specialist and later as an Investment Officer at the International Finance Corporation. He further advanced his career by holding the position of Deputy Senior President at Amwal Al Khaleej Commercial Investment Company.
Engineer Hani has demonstrated his leadership by serving on the boards of well-known companies, including Ibrahim Mohammed Al-Manea & Brothers Company, Virgin Mobile Saudi Arabia, Bakheet Investment Group, Al Rowad Educational Company, and the National Water Company.
He holds a Bachelor's degree in Systems Engineering from Boston University and later obtained his MBA from the Yale University School of Management.
