ALICO

What ALICO does

ALICO (Aluminium and Light Industries Co.Ltd) is a UAE-headquartered specialty contractor in the building façade industry, founded in 1976 and operating as a subsidiary of the GIBCA Group of Companies. The company designs, fabricates, and installs custom aluminium and glass building envelope systems — including curtain walls (unitized and stick-built), thermally broken doors and windows, skylights, steel and glass assemblies, metal cladding, balustrades, and the proprietary ALICO Node System — for commercial, residential, hospitality, educational, retail, and government developments. Its 50,000 sq.mtr. Sharjah manufacturing facility integrates CNC machining, powder coating (since 1985), Kynar coating (1989), glass processing (first in UAE, 1991), 3D printing and design, and the region's first curtain wall test rig (1992, expanded 2013) capable of testing mock-ups up to 10.5m height and 6m width at pressures up to 8000 Pascal. ALICO holds ISO 9001, ISO 17025, and ISO 45001 certifications and runs an in-house training center for up to 30 technicians.

The company's revenue model is project-based: one-time contracts awarded through direct enterprise field sales targeting developers, main contractors, architects, and government clients, with pricing provided via quote request. ALICO engages at the design and specification stage with architects and consultants, leveraging its R&D, testing, and reference portfolio (750+ completed projects across 40+ countries including iconic works for Emaar, Damac, Dubai Properties, Wynn Al Marjan, and Guggenheim Museum). It operates regional sales offices in Sharjah (HQ), Abu Dhabi, Dubai, and Kuwait City, supported by an overseas projects division for international delivery. Revenue is concentrated in Gulf Cooperation Council markets, with diversified export work across the Middle East, Africa, Asia, and Europe. The company is privately held with no disclosed external investors and no public listing.

Name

ALICO

Legal name

Aluminium and Light Industries Co.Ltd

Website

https://alicoalum.net

Company type

Private

Founded year

1976

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

101–250 employees

Short description

ALICO is a UAE-based specialty contractor (founded 1976, subsidiary of GIBCA Group) that designs, fabricates, and installs custom aluminium and glass building façade systems — curtain walls, windows, doors, skylights, and metal works — for major commercial, residential, hospitality, and institutional developers across the Gulf and 40+ countries.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Building Façade Systems

NAICS

Metal Window and Door Manufacturing (332321), Glass and Glazing Contractors (238150)

SIC

Metal Doors, Sash, Frames, Moldings & Trim (3442), Prefabricated Metal Buildings & Components (3448)

akta.pro primary industry

Architectural Glazing & Fenestration (Curtain Wall, Windows, Storefronts, Skylights) (IMAFAMAC)

akta.pro secondary industries

Storefronts, Curtain Wall & Window Wall Systems (IMADAIAG), Architectural & Building Glazing Systems (Curtain Wall/Storefront/Canopies) (IMADAHAB), Windows (IMADAIAC), Exterior Doors (IMADAIAA), Skylights, Roof Windows & Daylighting (IMADAFAL)

Keywords

• Building facade systems
• Curtain walling
• Aluminium doors windows
• Architectural metal works
• Facade manufacturing

Headquarters

HQ city

Sharjah

HQ country

United Arab Emirates

HQ region

Middle East

Offices4 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Supply Chain, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. Facade Construction and Installation: Project-based revenue from design, fabrication, and installation of custom building façade systems including curtain walls, windows, doors, skylights, and architectural metal works for commercial and residential developments. Revenue is earned through direct contracts with developers, contractors, and government entities on major construction projects.

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

ALICO designs, manufactures, and installs custom building façade systems including curtain walls, aluminium doors and windows, skylights, steel and glass assemblies, architectural metal works, cladding, and balustrades. The company delivers end-to-end façade solutions—from concept design and R&D through in-house fabrication, testing, and on-site installation—for commercial, hospitality, residential, and institutional construction projects across the Middle East and internationally.

Product overview

ALICO is a building façade company offering an integrated portfolio of aluminium and glass building envelope products. The product suite includes the ALICO Node System (a 3D structural node system for single-layer structures), skylights, steel and glass assemblies, bespoke and conventional curtain wall facades (including unitized and stick-built systems), customized metal and glass facades, metal cladding (rain screen systems), aluminium doors and windows (thermally broken systems), and glass/aluminium balustrades. All products are designed, manufactured, and tested in-house, with capabilities spanning from concept design through fabrication and installation. The company also provides in-house testing, R&D, and training services to support its product ecosystem.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• ALICO Node System A modern, clean, and aesthetic building envelope technique using a 3D node system for single-layer structures, providing architectural flexibility and structural integrity. Designed for architects, developers, and contractors seeking distinctive façade solutions.
• Skylights Glass roofs and skylights featuring striking architectural designs for retailers, mixed-use developments, and touristic destinations. Intended for commercial and hospitality developers requiring distinctive overhead glazing.
• Steel & Glass Assemblies Bespoke solutions for steel and glass assemblies, designed and built to meet specific architectural requirements for commercial, institutional, and high-end residential projects.
• Bespoke & Conventional Facades (Curtain Walling) Aluminium stick-built and unitized curtain walling systems including prefabricated modular units completely pre-assembled in the factory and transported to site for direct installation. Developed over 40+ years of façade industry experience for commercial, residential, and hospitality developers.
• Customized Metal & Glass Facades (Architectural Metal Works) Customized solutions for facades, sunshades, and architectural features using various types of metals and glass, tailored to specific design briefs from architects and developers.
• Metal Cladding Rain-screen cladding systems designed to protect building structures while providing decorative finishes, suited for commercial towers, residential developments, and institutional buildings.
• ALICO Doors & Windows Systems Thermally broken doors, windows, and curtain wall systems combining high durability, distinctive design, and affordability, developed in-house to meet contemporary architectural and energy-efficiency requirements.
• Glass & Aluminium Balustrades Custom-made system profiles developed specifically for modern glazed balustrade architecture, used in balconies, terraces, and staircases of commercial and residential towers.

Quantifiable outcome

• 750+ projects completed regionally and internationally
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers14 records

Segments6 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature7 records

Partnerships

One partnership is on record.

• GIBCA Group of Companies (General International Business Contractors Association)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 1976GIBCA Group of Companies was founded in 1975 and Alico became a member of the Gibca group when it was established in 1976 as an aluminium door and windows company. GIBCA recognized the potential in UAE's growth and established itself as a major entrepreneurial and business force with activities spanning manufacturing, contracting, project development, overseas investment, and distribution. ALICO operates as the market leader within the GIBCA group, driving industry development in the region.

Scale indicators6 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Broad incumbents

• Technal (Hydro): Global aluminium building systems brand owned by Norsk Hydro, offering curtain walls, windows, and doors comparable to ALICO's portfolio but with broader geographic reach and standardized international systems.
• Schüco: German global leader in aluminium and steel façade/window systems. Competes with ALICO on premium commercial and high-rise curtain wall tenders across the Middle East and internationally.
• Reynaers Aluminium: Belgian manufacturer of high-end aluminium window, door, and curtain wall systems. Comparable to ALICO in serving architectural façades for commercial and residential high-rises.
• Aluk Group: Italian-headquartered aluminium systems company with strong MENA presence, offering curtain walls, windows, and doors directly competitive with ALICO's product suite.
• Ponzio: Italian/Polish aluminium systems manufacturer producing curtain walls, windows, and doors. Comparable in product offering and architectural specifier focus to ALICO.
• Gutmann: German manufacturer of aluminium window, door, and façade systems with international project presence. Comparable to ALICO in serving premium architectural façade specifications.

Direct peers

• Cladtech International: Middle East specialist façade contractor with aluminium and steel cladding capabilities, competing with ALICO on commercial and high-rise projects across the Gulf region.
• Alumco (Aluminum Company): UAE-based aluminium façade and window systems manufacturer with similar vertically integrated operations, directly comparable to ALICO's product and service offering.

Regional players

• National Aluminium Products Company (NAPCO): Saudi Arabian aluminium extrusion and façade systems manufacturer. Comparable in product range to ALICO but primarily serving the Saudi and Gulf markets.

Others

• Emirates Glass: UAE-based architectural glass manufacturer that supplies into projects where ALICO also installs façades; complementary supplier rather than direct competitor in envelope systems.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat6 records

Key risks7 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance3 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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