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- Gulf International Services Q.P.S.C. is a Qatar-based diversified holding company engaged primarily in oil and gas drilling, aviation, and insurance services. The company operates through subsidiaries across four main segments: drilling and associated services, helicopter transportation, insurance and reinsurance, and catering services. Its drilling segment, led by Gulf Drilling International, provides onshore and offshore drilling services supported by its fleet of jack-up rigs and ancillary equipment primarily in Qatar. The aviation segment, operated by Gulf Helicopters Company, delivers helicopter transportation services across the Gulf region including Libya, Turkey, and Morocco. The insurance segment, through Al Koot Insurance & Reinsurance Company, offers a wide range of insurance and reinsurance products in Qatar. Additionally, the company has a strong presence in the catering business following the merger of its catering subsidiary, Amwaj Catering Services, with Shaqab and Atyab, creating the largest Qatari catering entity. Gulf International Services was founded in 2008 and is headquartered in Doha, Qatar.
Recent major developments include the strategic acquisition of three advanced offshore jack-up rigs from SeaDrill in 2024, significantly expanding its drilling capabilities and consolidating its market position in Qatar. The company also completed the successful merger of Amwaj Catering Services with Shaqab and Atyab, enhancing its scale and operational reach in the catering sector. Financially, the company reported strong performance in 2024, with net profits reaching QR 711 million, reflecting robust growth across its core business segments. Additionally, Gulf International Services is progressing with the listing process of Amwaj Catering Services on the Qatar Stock Exchange, aiming to unlock further value. The company’s operations span Qatar, the wider Gulf Cooperation Council region, and select international markets in North Africa and Turkey. Its subsidiaries include Gulf Drilling International Limited, Gulf Helicopters Company, Al Koot Insurance & Reinsurance Company P.J.S.C., and Amwaj Catering Services Company. Gulf International Services maintains a strategic focus on expanding its drilling and service capabilities while reinforcing its integrated presence in related sectors such as aviation and insurance.