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WHO WE ARE

From Humble Beginnings to a Trusted Name in Qatar

Around 40 years ago, the Al Ansari food brand began with a simple ambition: to bring quality food products to customers across Qatar. Starting modestly from a single room in Bin Mahmoud, with just two delivery vans, the business grew through hard work, trusted relationships and a commitment to dependable service

Over the years, those humble beginnings developed into an established food trading and distribution business, supplying spices, pulses, nuts, grains and essential grocery products to supermarkets, retailers, hospitality businesses and food-service partners across Qatar.

Our journey has always been about more than products. It is about earning trust, understanding our customers and growing alongside the communities we serve.

Our Journey

From a Single Room to a Leading Food Brand in Qatar

Al Ansari’s story is one of ambition, perseverance and continuous growth. From a small food operation in Bin Mahmoud with just two delivery vans to a recognised brand supplying major retailers across Qatar, we have continued to invest in our products, people and capabilities for nearly four decades.

1930s

Our Family Trading Roots

Ali Akbar Ansari Establishment was established in Souq Al Wakrah as a general trading company, laying the foundations for a family business built on enterprise and trusted relationships

1986

Where Our Food Journey Began

Under the leadership of founder Mr Kabeer, our food business began in a single-room facility in Bin Mahmoud, with just two delivery vans. We initially supplied to the Cooperative Societes (now called Al Meera), building the foundations of the Al Ansari food brand.

2000s

Expanding Our Retail Presence

Al Ansari expanded its presence in Qatar's retail market, entering Carrefour at City Center Mall in 2000, Lulu Center in 2001, and Lulu Hypermarket in 2002, strengthening our brand's reach across the growing supermarket sector.

2003

A Dedicated Home for Growth

We consolidated our operations at our fully owned facility in the Industrial Area, creating a stronger foundation for manufacturing, packaging and distribution.

2005

A New Name, One Growing Brand

Ali Akbar Ansari Establishment became Al Ansari Trading Establishment, bringing our business identity and food brand together under one name.

2025

A Distinctive New Look

We introduced refreshed Al Ansari packaging featuring our distinctive yellow-and-red and yellow-and-blue designs, strengthening our brand identity on retail shelves.

1930s

Our Family Trading Roots

Ali Akbar Ansari Establishment was established in Souq Al Wakrah as a general trading company, laying the foundations for a family business built on enterprise and trusted relationships

1986

Where Our Food Journey Began

Under the leadership of founder Mr Kabeer, our food business began in a single-room facility in Bin Mahmoud, with just two delivery vans. We initially supplied to the Cooperative Societes (now called Al Meera), building the foundations of the Al Ansari food brand.

2000s

Expanding Our Retail Presence

Al Ansari expanded its presence in Qatar's retail market, entering Carrefour at City Center Mall in 2000, Lulu Center in 2001, and Lulu Hypermarket in 2002, strengthening our brand's reach across the growing supermarket sector.

2003

A Dedicated Home for Growth

We consolidated our operations at our fully owned facility in the Industrial Area, creating a stronger foundation for manufacturing, packaging and distribution.

2005

A New Name, One Growing Brand

Ali Akbar Ansari Establishment became Al Ansari Trading Establishment, bringing our business identity and food brand together under one name.

2025

A Distinctive New Look

We introduced refreshed Al Ansari packaging featuring our distinctive yellow-and-red and yellow-and-blue designs, strengthening our brand identity on retail shelves.

Let’s Discuss Your Supply Requirements

Contact our team for wholesale, retail, hospitality and food-service supply enquiries.

Contact Info:

Phone

+974 4460 4848

Email us

sales@alansaritrading.net

Visit Us

Building No. 63, Street No. 35, Zone 57, Industrial Area, Doha, Qatar

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