What Cornish Arabian Aluminium Factory does

Cornish Arabian Aluminium Factory LLC is a Dubai-headquartered, privately held B2B contractor specializing in the engineering, design, fabrication and installation of architectural envelope systems for the GCC construction market. Founded in 1984 originally as Cornish Aluminium, the company has operated for more than three decades and now employs over 2,000 people across offices in Dubai, Muscat (Oman) and Doha (Qatar). Its core capability is the integration of traditional Arabic ethnic architectural designs with modern aluminium, glass and stainless steel engineering, positioning it as one of the leading facade fabricators in the UAE, Oman and Qatar.

The company's product portfolio spans curtain walls (stick-type), structural glazing, spider system facades, aluminium doors and windows, skylights and domes, aluminium composite panel cladding, frameless structures, partitions, Mashrabiya-style perforated screens, decorative metal work, handrails, balustrades, louvers and digital glass printing. It serves property developers (Emaar, Dubai Properties, ARADA, Ellington, SRG, Citymax, Gemini, Soho, Adeo Living), hospitality operators (Rotana, Le Meridien), healthcare providers (Iranian Hospital, Medcare, DHA Dialysis), automotive OEMs (Audi, Porsche dealerships), large EPC contractors (Shapoorji Pallonji, L&T, Six Construct, Al Jaber Group), and government/utility clients (DEWA).

The business model is project-based enterprise contracting with quote-driven, scope-specific pricing rather than standardized rate cards. Revenue is generated through one-off fabrication and installation contracts plus ancillary maintenance services for installed envelope systems. Go-to-market is direct enterprise field sales, working alongside architects, interior designers, project managers and consultants throughout the project lifecycle, supported by a dedicated in-house planning team applying a value-engineering process. No public pricing exists and revenue is not disclosed, reflecting the bespoke, negotiated nature of large construction sub-contracts.

Name

Cornish Arabian Aluminium Factory

Legal name

CORNISH ARABIAN ALUMINIUM FACTORY LLC

Website

https://aluminiumcornish.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1984

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

251–500 employees

Short description

Cornish Arabian Aluminium Factory LLC is a Dubai-headquartered, privately held B2B contractor that designs, fabricates and installs aluminium, glass and architectural envelope systems for developers, contractors and consultants across the UAE, Oman and Qatar.

Ownership category

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Product category

Architectural Aluminium and Glazing Fabrication

NAICS

Metal Window and Door Manufacturing (332321), Ornamental and Architectural Metal Work Manufacturing (332323)

SIC

Fabricated Structural Metal Products (3440), Metal Doors, Sash, Frames, Moldings & Trim (3442), Sheet Metal Work (3444)

akta.pro primary industry

Aluminum Fabrication & Finishing (Machining, Anodizing, Coating) (IMAKACAI)

akta.pro secondary industries

Architectural & Building Glazing Systems (Curtain Wall/Storefront/Canopies) (IMADAHAB), Storefronts, Curtain Wall & Window Wall Systems (IMADAIAG), Frames, Sashes, Mullions & Subframes (IMADAIAH)

Keywords

• Aluminium fabrication
• Architectural envelopes
• Curtain walls
• Structural glazing
• Facade engineering

Headquarters

HQ city

Dubai

HQ country

United Arab Emirates

HQ region

Middle East

Offices4 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Personnel, Supply Chain, Operations, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. Fabrication and Installation Services: Engineering services including design, development, fabrication and installation of architectural metal and glazing solutions for construction projects. Revenue generated through project-based contracts for commercial, residential, and hospitality buildings.
2. Maintenance Services: Ongoing maintenance services for installed architectural envelope systems

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels1 record

Marketing channels3 records

Core offering

Cornish Arabian Aluminium Factory designs, fabricates, and installs aluminium, glass, and stainless steel architectural envelope solutions for commercial, residential, hospitality, healthcare, and religious buildings. Its offerings span curtain walls, structural glazing, spider facades, doors, windows, skylights, domes, ACP cladding, partitions, handrails, balustrades, louvers, and decorative metalwork, delivered to developers, contractors, architects, and consultants across the GCC.

Product overview

Cornish Arabian Aluminium Factory offers a comprehensive portfolio of architectural envelope solutions centered on aluminium, glass, and metal fabrication. The company provides a unified service offering that integrates design, engineering, fabrication, and installation of building facade systems. Core products include curtain walls (stick type), structural glazing, spider system facades, aluminium doors and windows, skylights and domes, aluminium composite panel cladding, frameless structures, partitions, and decorative metal work. The portfolio extends to traditional Arabic design elements such as Mashrabiya screens, as well as safety systems including handrails, balustrades, and louvers. The company operates across UAE, Oman, and Qatar with over 2000 employees, serving as a one-stop solution for contractors and consultants in the GCC construction market.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Curtain Walls Stick type curtain wall systems for building facades, providing weather-resistant external envelopes for commercial and residential buildings.
• Structural Glazing Structural glazing systems that create seamless glass facades with minimal visible framing for modern building exteriors.
• Aluminium Doors and Windows Custom fabricated aluminium doors and windows for residential and commercial construction projects.
• Spider System Facades Spider glazing facade systems featuring pointed glass support fittings for distinctive architectural appearances on building facades.
• Skylights and Domes Glass skylight and dome installations for natural lighting and architectural visual impact in buildings.
• Aluminium Composite Panel (ACP) Cladding ACP cladding systems for external building envelopes providing insulation and decorative finishes on commercial facades.
• Stair Handrails, Balcony Rails and Balustrades Safety railings and balustrade systems for staircases, balconies, and other elevated areas in residential and commercial buildings.
• Decorative Metal Work Custom decorative metal fabrication for architectural ornamentation and embellishment in buildings.
• Frameless Structures Frameless glass structures providing unobstructed views and minimal visual interruption for premium architectural applications.
• Partitions Interior glass and aluminium partition systems for space division in commercial buildings.
• Aluminium Mashrabiya Screens Traditional Arabic-style perforated aluminium screens combining heritage aesthetics with modern engineering for building facades.
• SS Hand Rail and Ramp Rail Stainless steel handrails and ramp rails for accessibility and safety compliance in buildings.
• Louvers Aluminium louver systems for ventilation, sun shading, and architectural facades.
• Special Works Bespoke architectural metalwork projects including custom decorative installations and commemorative pieces.
• Engineering and Project Management Services End-to-end value engineering, design analysis, fabrication, installation, and maintenance services for architectural envelope systems on construction projects in the GCC.

Named customers22 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

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Has API

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Feature3 records

Partnerships

Two partnerships are on record, tiered minor.

• Aroma ContractingminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 30 November 2020New project awarded to Cornish Arabian Aluminium Factory in association with Aroma Contracting for construction work.
• ARM HoldingsminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 30 October 2020Association with ARM Holdings for Hive - Coliving project. ARM Holdings developed a new concept of Coliving and partnered with Cornish Arabian Aluminium Factory for the aluminium and glass work.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves5 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Alupco (Aluminium Products Company): Saudi Arabia's largest aluminium extrusion and fabrication company, producing profiles, doors, windows, and architectural systems for regional construction. Comparable in fabrication capability, product breadth, and GCC project focus.
• Cladtech International: UAE-based specialist in architectural cladding, curtain wall, and facade engineering with fabrication and installation services. Closely aligned on product portfolio (curtain walls, glazing, cladding) and target customer base of developers and main contractors.
• Alumco: UAE-based aluminium and glass fabrication contractor serving curtain wall, cladding, and architectural envelope projects across the GCC. Most direct competitor given overlapping product scope, B2B contractor model, and regional presence.
• National Aluminium Products Company (NAP): Saudi manufacturer of aluminium extrusions and fabricated architectural products serving Middle East construction markets. Comparable on fabrication, product mix, and B2B project-based sales motion.

Broad incumbents

• Al Ghurair Construction: UAE-based diversified contractor and aluminium fabrication arm of Al Ghurair Group, delivering large-scale residential, commercial, and infrastructure projects. Overlaps as a broader construction/fabrication peer serving the same developer customers in the UAE.
• Schüco: German aluminium and steel systems provider for building envelopes with regional offices serving GCC mega-projects. Broad incumbent competing at the system/specification layer rather than as a fabricator, but directly addresses the same architectural envelope opportunities.
• Reynaers Aluminium: European-headquartered aluminium systems house with established Middle East presence offering branded window, door, and curtain wall systems. Competes indirectly through system supply rather than turnkey fabrication, but overlaps significantly on the curtain wall/glazing envelope.
• Hydro Building Systems (Technal): Global aluminium systems business (formerly Technal) supplying window, door, and curtain wall solutions with Middle East operations. Adjacent incumbent competing at the systems layer for the same facade tenders Cornish bids on.

Emerging players

• Alumil Middle East: Regional arm of European aluminium systems group Alumil, supplying architectural aluminium profiles and systems to Middle East fabricators and developers. Comparable on product technology; competes as a systems supplier rather than turnkey fabricator.

Regional players

• Al Bawani Aluminium: Saudi-based aluminium and glazing contractor serving residential, commercial, and industrial construction. Comparable on product scope (curtain walls, windows, cladding) with primary focus on the Saudi market rather than UAE/Oman/Qatar.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Number of profiles

Profiles2 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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