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Ghitha Bahrain
Ghitha Bahrain

Enduring
Commitment

At Ghitha, we aim to make a significant positive impact on the community we serve. 

By consolidating key food assets, we drive efficiency and innovation across the agri-food sector.

CHAIRMAN'S MESSAGE

Basim currently serves as Chairman of Bahrain Food Holding Company, bringing extensive leadership experience in guiding nationally significant enterprises. He also chairs Bahrain Flour Mills and serves as Vice Chairman of Gulf Aluminium Rolling Mill (GARMCO). His background includes leading complex restructuring efforts, collaborating with global M&A advisors, and navigating governance and stakeholder engagement, experience that supports Ghitha’s strategic direction and long-term value creation.

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Basim Mohamed Al Saie

Chairman

As Chairman of Ghitha, it is both an honor and a responsibility to lead our mission to build a strong, resilient, and regionally significant food platform rooted in Bahrain. Our ambition is clear: to create a food powerhouse that not only secures Bahrain’s food future but also contributes meaningfully to the broader regional ecosystem.

At Ghitha, we are focused on scaling our portfolio companies- Bahrain Flour Mills Company, General Poultry Company, Delmon Poultry Company, and Gheras—while actively seeking partnerships that create value. We believe the path forward lies in collaboration, not competition. That is why we are extending a hand to the private sector, not as rivals, but as co-investors and co-builders, sharing the journey of innovation, efficiency, and growth.

Our strategy centers on integrating critical assets across the food value chain and investing in advanced technologies that enhance production, processing, and distribution. By combining sustainability with innovation, we aim to build a future-ready food ecosystem that can withstand global challenges and adapt to ever-changing needs.

This is more than a business endeavor. It is a national mission. At Ghitha, we are committed to working alongside stakeholders who share our vision for a secure, sustainable, and thriving agri-food future for Bahrain and the region.


Sincerely,

Basim Mohamed AlSaie 
Chairman 
Ghitha

BOARD MEMBERS

Sami offers more than 30 years of experience in the FMCG sector, particularly in marketing and organizational development. He has served as Chairman of General Poultry Company since 2017 and has been a Board Member there since 2015. His deep understanding of consumer markets and product positioning makes him a key contributor to Ghitha’s portfolio development and operational performance.

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Sami Mohamed Zainal
Vice Chairman

Eyad oversees Roland Berger’s Investor Support practice in the Middle East and has 20 years of experience in private equity, investment banking, and capital markets. He is a board member at Bahrain Flour Mills and holds an MBA from INSEAD and an undergraduate degree in Accounting from Bentley University. Eyad has led investments in Consumer Staples, Healthcare, Education, and Special Situations, and has been involved in several successful public listings in the region.

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Eyad Redha Faraj 
Director

Khaled serves as the Chief Executive Officer of Midway Food Co, a prominent retail chain in Bahrain. Additionally, he chairs the Bahrain Chamber’s Food Wealth Committee, and Bahrain Agriculture Foods Storage & Security (BAFCO). With deep roots in food distribution and retail, Khaled offers valuable operational and market-based perspectives that help guide BFHC’s initiatives in retail integration and downstream efficiency.

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Khalid Ali Al Ameen
Director

Mohamed is currently Director of Strategic Investments at Mumtalakat. In his capacity, he directly oversees several food-related portfolio companies and serves as a Board Member at both General Poultry Company and Bahrain Agriculture Development Company, among others across various sectors. His deep understanding of the sector’s value chain enables him to provide integrated oversight across Ghitha’s food ecosystem.

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Mohamed Sadiq Al Rahma
Director

Omar brings over two decades of investment experience across public and private sectors. He currently holds board positions at McLaren Group, McLaren Racing, Aluminium Bahrain (Alba), and Gulf Cryo. His deep governance expertise and strategic insight support Ghitha in shaping investment-led growth strategies and ensuring alignment with national priorities.

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Omar Ali Syed
Director

Yousif serves as the Chief Executive Officer of Masar Group. An industrial engineer by training, he brings deep expertise in logistics and supply chain management, having held senior leadership roles at Kanoo Logistics, including Chief Executive Officer. His experience equipped him with the expertise to support Ghitha in optimizing distribution channels, streamlining logistics, and strengthening its national supply network.

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Yusuf Khalifa Almanea
Director

Mohamed is currently Senior Director of Strategic Investments at Mumtalakat, contributing nearly two decades of expertise in private equity and real estate investments. He has held significant roles, including Board Member at Bahrain Tourism & Exhibitions Authority. He also currently serves as a Board Member at Gulf Hotels Group, Delmon Poultry Company, and Bahrain Agriculture Development Company. His extensive experience in managing investments and corporate governance supports the strategic objectives of Ghitha.

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Mohamed Sharif Ahmadi
Director

interim ceo

Wael Itani is an accomplished executive with over 30 years of experience in the Fast Moving Consumer Goods (FMCG) business sector. He currently serves as the CEO of General Poultry Company (GPC) and interim CEO of Ghitha, in addition to his role as board member of Bahrain Flour Mills Co. B.S.C. Wael has held senior leadership positions at renowned multinationals including Sony, Imperial Tobacco, Energizer & Edgewell with a strong track record in driving strategic growth and innovation in the Middle East, Africa & India.

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Wael Ahmed Itani

purpose and ambition

Ghitha Bahrain

pURPOSE

Enable food security through sustainable and innovative solutions

Ghitha Bahrain

ambition

Establish Ghitha as a pioneer in enabling food security

What we Stand For

Our brand consists of a striking red flower icon that symbolises the Arabian Jasmine (Rasjee), representing growth and sustainability. 

The Ghitha brand is a hallmark of quality and a seal of trust.

The five triangles echo those in Bahrain’s flag, while the five petals symbolize the five verticals of Ghitha.

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