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RaCo Holding

Building Futures, Holding Excellence

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Rahim Pattarkadavan

Founder & CEO

RaCo Holding

In the bustling economic landscape of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA), one name shines brightly as a beacon of diversified excellence – RaCo Holding. Established in 1998 as a modest trading entity under the name 'Zahrani,' the company has since undergone a remarkable evolution, blossoming into a multifaceted conglomerate with a global footprint and a rich tapestry of subsidiary enterprises under its umbrella.

At the helm of RaCo Holding stands Mr. Abdul Rahman Pattarkadavan, the visionary founder and chairman whose entrepreneurial acumen laid the foundation for the conglomerate's journey. With a steadfast commitment to innovation and unwavering dedication to excellence, Mr. Rahim Pattarkadavan has steered RaCo Holding to unprecedented heights, transforming it into a powerhouse of diverse business ventures.

Based in the vibrant metropolis of Jeddah, RaCo Holding serves as the nucleus for a constellation of subsidiaries, each specializing in distinct sectors and collectively contributing to the conglomerate's overarching success. Among its prominent subsidiary sectors are Facility Management, Manufacturing and Trading, Transportation, Hospitality, Media and Entertainment, Real Estate, Construction and Green Energy, IT and Cyber Sucurity, Ai, Fin-Tech, Tours and Travels, Education etc

Under the dynamic leadership and guidance of Mr. Rahim Pattarkadavan, RaCo Holding continues to chart a course of innovation, growth, and excellence. With a steadfast commitment to surpassing industry standards and a relentless pursuit of excellence, RaCo Holding remains a driving force in shaping the future of business in Saudi Arabia and beyond.

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Entrepreneurial History

Exploring the Past, Igniting the Future:
A timeline drive through the entrepreneurial history of Mr. Rahim.

2006

Joined Zahrani Group.

2010

Started trading of petrochemical industrial products and heavy equipments.

2011

Started Civil & Mechanical Contracting.

2012

Started Manufacturing.

2013

Units to handle Government Sector, dealing grade 1 companies, wins Saudi Ministry’s service contracts.


Started Hajj related services for about 250,000 haj pilgrims from different part of the world facilitating their legal, logistics, transportation, catering, accommodation and other support services.


Won Indian Railway centralized & mechanized laundry under government of India as BOT Project in Chennai, Trivandrum, Hyderabad, Puri and Bhuvneshwar by which the entity had become the largest entity to provide such services to the Indian railways.

2014

Merged with a renowned school & pilgrims transportation with a fleet of 500 buses serving over 25,000 students including the students of International Indian School, Jeddah & Dammam which is one of the highest in student strength school in the middle east.

2015

Sybrisco

IT, Cyber Security and Realtime Big data Management Company.

Tricor

Hospitality management company which is handling two of world’s largest hotel International Hotel Group(IHG) – Holiday inn – Makkah and other property – Hidayah Radisson Blu.

Petromin

Became a sole pan India authorized distributer for Petromin Corporation that had created 1000+ job opportunities for Indian Nationals.

Straight Path International School

Established Straight Path International School which is an active hub where students are prepared to learn for both the worlds.

2016

RaCo Holding

Creating a global presence in Integrated Facility Management and Energy Consulting, the cluster acquires assets worldwide, including 750+ million USD holdings across the Saudi Arabia, UAE, Qatar, India and Sri Lanka. Company’s plan targets 5 billion USD by 2030, expanding beyond. Additionally, they aim to develop a top-tier hospitality sector, upgrading owned assets accordingly.

2017

Pomec

A new division focusing on "industrial environment service" was established, securing a Dubai government project the same year. This unit includes about 50 certified environmental consultants. Their strategy involves crafting proposals after assessing large industrial zones to ensure harmony with society and the environment. POMEC provides services that satisfy rigorous environmental standards while meeting the needs of users, society, and the nation.

AI & IoT

Muraqib embraced the challenge of future technology, focusing on "Artificial Intelligence" (AI & IoT) to simplify complexities in a cost-effective and timely manner. The company collaborated with IVS SOFTWARE INTL PTE LTD, a Korean company.

2018

Zahrani Group ventured into telecom, partnering with Saudi's STC for Hajj & Umrah services. The group manage 150 service points across Jeddah, Makkah, and Madinah, also expanding to FTTH, postpaid, and corporate sectors. Mid-2018, the group partnered with Zain KSA for international marketing and services.

2019

Wellington Island Gate

Successfully granted a prime project of Kerala in Cochin Wellington Island which will develop hospitality commercial, water theme and adventure park with high technologies which is aiming to become the biggest such high technology park within the region.

Rose Lounge

A multi conventional center having a capacity to serve 1300 guests at a time which is largest in the Malappuram District of Kerala.

2020

The Premium Residency of Saudi Arabia

Being the youngest expatriate to secure Saudi Arabia's Premium Residency, a pivotal part of Vision 2030, he earned a unique residency permit that grants the freedom to live, work, own businesses, and properties in the Kingdom independently. This scheme enables skilled foreign residents and financiers to invest, self-sponsor, and travel freely in and out of Saudi Arabia.

Cluster Real Estate Management

A new division was formed to utilize the emerging real estate market of Saudi Arabia to provide all real estate professional services using international experience combined with local resources to serve its customers through effective marketing tools and through which we pursue to achieve a common success story.

2021

Al Hind Travel & Tourism

Invested in Al Hind Travel and Tourism, Saudi Arabia. Alhind Tours & Travels is a key player in the travel sector. Known for quality services and smart partnerships, Alhind has rapidly expanded its global presence. Their innovation, dedication, and motivated team have propelled them into new horizons. Saudi Arabia's thriving tourism industry offers enticing investment opportunities until 2030.

2022

YuRaCo

Establishing a new construction business to tap into Saudi Arabia's burgeoning building sector, by YuRaCo, he swiftly secured projects like NEOM and the colossal Al Jafurah Gas Plant within the first year. As a powerhouse of construction, Saudi Arabia's immense potential for development is backed by substantial government investments. With a focus on mega and giga-scale projects, Yuraco aspires to lead the Saudi construction sector's forefront.

2023

Total Pay

TotalPay stands as a prominent payment gateway enterprise, offering holistic payment solutions to businesses. With its 360-degree approach, it handles all facets of payment processing, serving as a convenient destination for businesses seeking to enhance their payment workflows. Mr. Rahim holds the roles of Co-Founder and Chairman at TotalPay.

Capital Radio Network

Saudi Arabia's first foreign language FM radio frequency all set to hit the air soon. The new frequency will cater to Arabic and non-Arabic speaking expatriates and tourists living and visiting Saudi Arabia. The new frequency will broadcast in English, Hindi, Tagalog and Malayalam (a regional language from India).