Arkaz

What Arkaz does

Arkaz is a Saudi Arabia-headquartered construction chemicals manufacturer and specialty distributor operating since 2008, with corporate offices in Al Khobar, two owned production facilities in Dammam and Jeddah, three regional offices, three warehouses, and a footprint spanning Kuwait, Bahrain, and Oman plus broader MENA export activity. The company formulates and delivers approximately 100 varieties of concrete admixtures (plasticizers, superplasticizers including SNF and PCE, set retarders, corrosion inhibitors, hydration stabilizers) under proprietary brands ARCRET and FLUIDUM, alongside a Construction Systems portfolio covering HDPE waterproofing membranes, TPO and TPO-photovoltaic roofing, injection chemicals, grouts, adhesives, industrial flooring, protective coatings, and joint sealants. Its product mix is completed by a Chemical Trading business line launched in 2020 that distributes specialty raw materials and supplementary cementitious materials.

The business model combines locally manufactured formulations with exclusive distribution rights for tier-one international technologies — including Oriental Yuhong (China's largest waterproofing producer), Silkroad C&T (Korean PCE), VIP Coatings (German polyurea/polyaspartic systems), Cementaid Caltite, and GCP/Grace Preprufe membranes — enabling Arkaz to act as a single-source technical interface for harsh-environment Gulf construction. Revenue accrues via hardware sales of formulated admixtures and specialty building materials plus trading margins on distributed third-party products. Go-to-market is enterprise field sales with on-ground technical services (mix design optimization, supervision, quality monitoring, "Flying Doctor Service"), targeting mega-infrastructure and Vision 2030 giga-projects. Key clients referenced include NEOM, Red Sea Global, Qiddiya, Rua Al Madinah, Saudi Aramco (including Ajyal Housing), Nesma & Partners, the Saudi Arabian Grand Prix, the Riyadh Metro, MASAR, KAPSARC, Jazan Economic City, and several government entities (Ministry of Environment and Water, Salin Water Conversion Corporation, National Housing Company).

Arkaz began as a 2008 joint venture between WR Grace and Alturki Holding; Alturki Holding assumed full ownership in 2012. In January 2026, Master Builders Solutions — a global construction chemicals group with operations dating to 1909 — announced a definitive agreement to acquire Arkaz from Alturki Holding, with close subject to Saudi General Authority for Competition and Ministry of Foreign Investment approval. The company is the first construction chemicals firm in Saudi Arabia certified by SASO and holds ISO 9001, 14001, and 45001 certifications and Achilles Chemical & Allied Industries verified-supplier status.

Name

Arkaz

Legal name

Arkaz

Website

https://arkaz.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2008

Operating status

Acquired

Headcount range

51–100 employees

Short description

Arkaz is a Saudi construction chemicals manufacturer and exclusive specialty distributor, formulating concrete admixtures and waterproofing systems from plants in Dammam and Jeddah, serving Vision 2030 mega-projects, government infrastructure, and major contractors across Saudi Arabia and the GCC.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Headquarters

HQ city

Al Khobar

HQ country

Saudi Arabia

HQ region

Middle East

Offices5 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Concrete Admixtures: Design, formulate, and deliver a full range of performance-focused concrete admixtures through two local manufacturing plants in Dammam and Jeddah
2. Chemical Trading: Trading of specialty chemicals, raw materials, and supplementary cementitious materials used in construction industry
3. Construction Systems / Specialty Building Materials: Waterproofing membranes, TPO roofing, injection chemicals, building products including surface treatment, grouts, concrete repair, adhesives, industrial flooring, protective coatings, joint sealants

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Arkaz designs, formulates, manufactures, and supplies construction chemicals and specialty building materials for the Saudi Arabian and broader MENA construction industry. Its core product portfolio spans nearly 100 varieties of concrete admixtures, waterproofing membrane systems (HDPE, TPO), protective coatings, and trading of specialty construction chemicals, delivered through two local manufacturing plants in Dammam and Jeddah with technical on-ground support for mega-infrastructure and commercial projects.

Product overview

Arkaz offers a multi-category portfolio of construction chemical solutions organized into three core product lines: Admixture Systems (concrete admixtures including plasticizers, superplasticizers, specialty chemicals), Construction Systems (waterproofing membranes, roofing systems, injection chemicals, building products), and Chemical Trading (specialty raw materials). The company distributes exclusive brands ARCRET and FLUIDUM alongside internationally sourced products from partners including Oriental Yuhong (HDPE waterproofing, TPO roofing/PV systems), VIP Coatings (polyurea coatings), GCP/Grace Construction Products (Preprufe membranes), Silkroad C&T (PCE), and Cementaid (HPI admixtures). Nearly 100 admixture varieties are formulated through two local manufacturing plants in Dammam and Jeddah, supporting projects from residential to mega-infrastructure including Vision 2030 giga-projects.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• FLUIDUM: Exclusive brand offering industry leading construction chemical solutions
• ARCRET

Products and services

• Admixture Systems (AS) Performance-focused concrete admixtures (nearly 100 varieties) including plasticizers, superplasticizers (SNF & PCE), set retarders, specialty chemicals, release agents, corrosion-inhibiting admixtures, and hydration stabilizers, manufactured locally for construction projects in Saudi Arabia and the wider MENA region.
• Construction Systems (CS) / Specialty Building Materials HDPE waterproofing membranes, TPO roofing systems, TPO photovoltaic systems, injection chemicals, surface treatment, grouts, concrete repair materials, adhesives, industrial flooring, protective coatings, and joint sealants designed to withstand extreme weather conditions in Gulf environments.
• Chemical Trading (CT) Specialty chemicals and raw materials used in the construction industry, including sodium naphthalene powder, lignosulphonates, sodium gluconate, polycarboxylates (PCE), defoamers, biocides, set accelerators, corrosion inhibitor agents, and PP fibre, along with premium-grade supplementary cementitious materials.
• ARCRET (Exclusive Brand) Exclusive Arkaz brand of concrete admixtures including plasticizers, set retarders, superplasticizers with retarders, air-entraining agents, and specialty materials for the construction industry.
• FLUIDUM (Exclusive Brand) Exclusive Arkaz brand of polycarboxylate ether-based superplasticizers used in concrete admixture formulations, enabling water reduction and enhanced durability in harsh Gulf-region environments.
• Silkroad C&T PCE Products Polycarboxylic Copolymer Ether (PCE) and other concrete admixture products from Silkroad C&T (Korea), distributed exclusively by Arkaz in Saudi Arabia, Oman, and Bahrain; reduces water requirements in concrete to support sustainable construction.
• VIP Coatings Products Polyurea and polyaspartic coatings, lining systems, and joint sealant technologies from VIP Coatings (Germany), distributed exclusively by Arkaz in Saudi Arabia for surface protection across diverse industries.
• GCP Preprufe Waterproofing Membranes HDPE-based Preprufe waterproofing membranes from Grace Construction Products (GCP), distributed exclusively by Arkaz in Saudi Arabia, designed for waterproofing in harsh coastal and marine environments.
• Oriental Yuhong HDPE Waterproofing System HDPE waterproofing membrane systems from Oriental Yuhong (China's leading waterproofing producer), distributed exclusively by Arkaz in Saudi Arabia for above-grade and below-grade building envelope applications.
• Oriental Yuhong TPO Roofing System Thermoplastic Polyolefin (TPO) roofing membrane systems from Oriental Yuhong, distributed exclusively by Arkaz in Saudi Arabia, providing an eco-friendly sustainable roofing waterproofing solution.
• Oriental Yuhong TPO Photovoltaic System Integrated photovoltaic system combined with TPO roofing technology from Oriental Yuhong, enabling clean energy generation alongside sustainable roofing waterproofing, distributed exclusively by Arkaz in Saudi Arabia.
• Cementaid Caltite (HPI Admixture) Hydrophobic and Pore Blocking (HPI) concrete admixture from Cementaid for marine structures and harsh salt-water environments, supplied by Arkaz in Saudi Arabia with a 55-year international track record.

Quantifiable outcome

• 100-year service life waterproofing systems for critical infrastructure
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers16 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature6 records

Partnerships

Nine partnerships are on record, tiered core, major and minor.

• Master Builders SolutionscoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 12 January 2026Master Builders Solutions, a global leader in advanced chemical solutions for the construction industry, announced definitive agreement to acquire Arkaz from Alturki Holding. The acquisition strengthens Master Builders Solutions' presence in Saudi Arabia and Middle East, providing access to Arkaz's local expertise, established network, and production facilities. Arkaz becomes part of Master Builders Solutions group with over 100 years of expertise.
• Oriental YuhongcoreTechnology or Integration · 1 January 2025Arkaz is exclusive distributor of Oriental Yuhong's HDPE Waterproofing System in Saudi Arabia. Oriental Yuhong is the number one waterproofing producer in China with production capacity exceeding 1.3 billion square meters of waterproofing sheets and 4.1 million tons of coatings annually. The partnership enables Arkaz to offer complete building envelope solutions from foundations to rooftops.
• Oriental YuhongcoreTechnology or Integration · 1 November 2023Arkaz is exclusive distributor of Oriental Yuhong's Thermoplastic Polyolefin (TPO) roofing system in Saudi Arabia. Signed on October 10, 2023 in Beijing. This partnership also includes integrated Photovoltaic System technology for sustainable roofing solutions.
• Silkroad C&TcoreTechnology or Integration · 15 February 2021Arkaz entered into agreement with Silkroad C&T, a high-tech Korean construction material company, to be exclusive distributor of its Polycarboxylic Copolymer Ether (PCE) and other products in Saudi Arabia, Oman, and Bahrain. PCE technology significantly reduces water usage in concrete solutions.
• VIP CoatingsmajorTechnology or IntegrationArkaz has exclusive rights to distribute VIP Coatings' premier polyurea and polyaspartic coatings, lining systems and joint sealant technologies within Saudi Arabia. VIP Coatings is one of the world's leading manufacturers of advanced, high-protection surface protection systems used in over 65 countries.
• TradeccmajorTechnology or IntegrationTradecc provides waterproofing solutions for construction joints. Arkaz offers Tradecc injection chemicals for water sealing that resolve water leakage through cracks and holes in joints, walls, floors, foundations and concrete constructions.
• CementaidmajorTechnology or IntegrationArkaz supplies Cementaid Caltite, a Hydrophobic & Pore Blocking (HPI) Concrete Admixture, in the Saudi market. Cementaid has a proven 55-year international track record in marine and civil structures in harsh salt-water environments.
• GCP (Grace Construction Products)majorTechnology or IntegrationArkaz provides GCP/Grace Construction Products waterproofing membranes (including Preprufe series) in Saudi Arabia, available exclusively through Arkaz for over a decade. Products used on numerous high-profile structures with proven protection.
• Tarmeem Charity AssociationminorOthersPartnership signed in January 2021 to support Tarmeem Charity Association with specialty building materials for restoration of homes for disadvantaged families. Arkaz provides materials and consultation support.

Scale indicators10 records

Recent moves9 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Mapei: Italian construction chemicals major with a comprehensive admixture, waterproofing, and specialty building materials portfolio; Mapei has been investing in local production and technical support across the GCC and competes directly with Arkaz on mega-project tenders.
• Sika AG: Global Swiss-headquartered leader in construction chemicals (concrete admixtures, waterproofing, sealants, roofing systems), with an active and expanding direct presence in Saudi Arabia chasing Vision 2030 mega-project specifications—head-to-head competitor for the same enterprise tenders.
• GCP Applied Technologies: Specialist waterproofing and concrete admixture producer whose Preprufe HDPE membranes Arkaz already distributes in KSA; GCP's global portfolio and direct sales force in the Gulf makes it a peer-and-partial-principal at the same time.
• Chryso: French admixture and cement-additives specialist (now part of Saint-Gobain) with deep expertise in concrete admixtures, the exact core line where Arkaz holds top-3 share in Saudi Arabia and where most Vision 2030 superplasticizer demand is centered.
• Penetron: US-headquartered crystalline waterproofing and admixture specialist with active distribution across the Middle East, competing in below-grade waterproofing on the same commercial and infrastructure projects that Arkaz serves.
• Fosroc International: UK-headquartered construction chemicals group with a strong historical presence across the Middle East (local manufacturing in the UAE and KSA), offering admixtures, waterproofing, and concrete repair products that directly overlap Arkaz's three core product lines.
• Saint-Gobain Weber: Building chemicals arm of Saint-Gobain covering mortars, waterproofing, admixtures, and facade systems, with significant Saudi operations serving the same commercial, residential, and infrastructure segments that anchor Arkaz's customer base.

Regional players

• Don Construction Products (DCP): Dubai-headquartered construction chemicals manufacturer with plants across the Middle East, offering admixtures, waterproofing, and specialty products that compete directly with Arkaz across UAE, KSA, and broader GCC mega-project tenders.
• CICO Technologies (CICO Group): Regional construction chemicals player operating across the Middle East and Africa, headquartered in the region and directly comparable in scale, product breadth, and target market—particularly relevant as a same-region competitor on mid-tier tenders.

Others

• Oriental Yuhong: Currently a principal/technology partner via exclusive Saudi distribution; however, Oriental Yuhong is also the world's largest waterproofing producer and could, in principle, choose to enter KSA directly, representing the principal-channel risk Arkaz faces on its HDPE and TPO lines.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance4 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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