Our History

With over 70 heirs, Mostafa Bin Abdullatif stands as a fifth-generation family business. Our diverse members bring unique skills and insights to drive growth and success. As we expand, family unity remains central to our mission, ensuring the guiding values of Sheikh Mostafa Bin Abdullatif continue to shape our future.

Sheikh Mostafa was a well-known and respected merchant of his time. He was one of the pioneers in setting up trade routes and business channels across major hubs such as Bombay, Karachi, Kuwait, Bahrain and Dubai. He was also involved in exporting regional goods with other Arab merchants to France and the United Kingdom. Shipping routes were established by him to facilitate regional business with the West.

He regularly advocated for the business rights of local merchants with the governing authorities. He was also instrumental in setting up what was to become the Chamber of Commerce in Bahrain and also the first bank in the Gulf.

Sheikh Mostafa was also well known for his charitable work. His contributions to various causes are well documented in the history books.

The Legacy

After the passing of Sheikh Mostafa Bin Abdullatif, the heirs resolved to continue the legacy of their father by continuing his business with the spirit that was inculcated in them by their father. Several businesses flourished in the Gulf region and in particular, United Arab Emirates and Kingdom of Bahrain.

By adhering to the noble values of the Founder, the legacy flourishes and grows day by day. In fact, the current management of Mostafa Bin Abdullatif is administered by the 3rd and 4th generation of the family.

1888
Bombay

Set-up of trading venture in Bombay

1900-1910
Bahrain and Dubai

Establishment of trading network in Bahrain and Dubai

1924
Trading Enterprise

Mostafa Bin Abdullatif officially recognized as a trading enterprise by the Ruler's court

1930s-1950s
Bombay, Karachi, Dubai and Bahrain

Trade expands with branches operational in Bombay, Karachi, Dubai and Bahrain

1961
Telephone Directory

Our portfolio as advertised in telephone directory

1963
Axon

Axon set-up as a distributor of safes and office equipment

1964
Sheikh Mostafa

Sheikh Mostafa passes away

1964
Real Estate

Mostafa Bin Abdullatif LLC incorporated and establishes its real estate roots in Dubai

1971
The New Store

The New Store established, becomes the authorized distributor for Braun in UAE

2014
Mostafa Bin Abdullatif Investments Incorporated

Mostafa Bin Abdullatif Investments incorporated as a holding company under new Dubai Commercial Companies Law

2021
Mostafa Bin Abdullatif Foundation

Mostafa Bin Abdullatif Foundation established in DIFC to perpetuate the legacy for the heirs of Sheikh Mostafa Bin Abdullatif.