AJ Industries

What AJ Industries does

AJ Industries LLC is a UAE-based B2B automotive and defense services company established in 2018 as a joint venture between AJ Holding LLC (an Ajman-based holding company operating since 2000) and OWS Automotive (a global automotive aftermarket specialist with 150+ worldwide suppliers). The company operates three core business lines: (1) Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul (MRO) services for the UAE Armed Forces GHQ, including drive train remanufacturing for wheeled and tracked military vehicles (HMMWV, Oshkosh FMTV, RG132, M109, BAE Caiman, Navistar Maxxpro, BMP-3) under a project-based model with embedded client workshop programs; (2) Automotive Solutions, providing fleet maintenance for 1,500+ vehicles (Ajman Public Transport Corporation and adjacent fleet operators), commercial spare parts supply via a 37,000 sq. ft. distribution center in Al Saja, Sharjah holding 20,000+ SKUs, and bumper-to-bumper workshop services spanning light vehicles, heavy buses, police, construction, military, taxis, quads, and bikes; (3) Strategic Partnerships, operating a joint venture with Etimad and Al Fahad in Abu Dhabi for UAE Armed Forces defense services and serving as the regional dealer for ZTE-GRANTON buses (including diesel and zero-emission electric variants) and Practika's KOZAK-001/2 armored vehicles (STANAG 2 ballistic and blast protection), the latter in serial production with 100+ units delivered.

The business model is overwhelmingly government and government-adjacent B2B, monetized through long-cycle defense MRO contracts, recurring fleet maintenance engagements, and capital goods sales via dealership arrangements. Pricing is quote-based and not publicly disclosed. Go-to-market relies on direct enterprise engagement with UAE government and defense entities, supplemented by international brand representation partnerships that serve as both revenue streams and market-entry vehicles. Operations span Ajman (HQ and AJI Technical Center), Abu Dhabi (Etimad/Al Fahad JV), and Sharjah (distribution), with cumulative AED 500 million+ in documented savings delivered to the UAE Government via the OWS-sourced remanufacturing platform. Recent moves include a June 2026 MoU with Dubai Taxi to extend taxi, e-hailing, and limousine services into Ajman, signaling ongoing cross-emirate and vertical expansion within the UAE mobility and defense ecosystem.

Name

AJ Industries

Legal name

AJ Industries LLC

Website

https://aj.industries

Company type

Private

Founded year

2018

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

501–1,000 employees

Short description

AJ Industries is a UAE B2B automotive and defense services JV (AJ Holding + OWS Automotive) delivering MRO, drive train remanufacturing, spare parts trading, and fleet maintenance to the UAE Armed Forces, Ajman Public Transport, and government fleet operators.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Automotive Maintenance, Repair & Overhaul Services

NAICS

Commercial and Industrial Machinery and Equipment (except Automotive and Electronic) Repair and Maintenance (811310)

SIC

Motor Vehicle Parts & Accessories (3714), Misc Industrial & Commercial Machinery & Equipment (3590)

akta.pro primary industry

Defense Logistics, Supply Chain & Sustainment (MRO) (BPAIAHAJ)

akta.pro secondary industries

Industrial MRO Supplies for Vehicle/Equipment Workshops (Bearings, Hydraulics, Pneumatics, Fasteners) (TLAKAOAK), MRO Engineering, Technical Publications & CAMO Support (IMABALAO)

Keywords

• Fleet maintenance services
• Military vehicle MRO
• Automotive spare parts
• Drive train remanufacturing
• Armored vehicle production

Headquarters

HQ city

Al Ajman

HQ country

United Arab Emirates

HQ region

Middle East

Offices4 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. MRO Services: Maintenance, Repair & Overhaul services for military ground vehicles serving UAE Armed Forces. Project-based capabilities with ability to scale based on demand. Includes remanufacturing programs managed at client workshop.
2. Spare Parts Trading: Trading of spare parts for military vehicles including Oshkosh FMTV, RG132, M109, BAE Caiman, Navistar Maxxpro, and BMP-3. Local distribution center in Al Saja, Sharjah with inventory of over 20,000 SKUs.
3. Automotive Solutions & Fleet Maintenance: Workshop services maintaining fleet of 1,500+ vehicles. Services include tire shop, mechanical service, body work, heavy vehicle/bus section, car wash, and MRO. Covers light vehicles, heavy buses, police vehicles, construction vehicles, military vehicles, taxis, quads & bikes.
4. Brand Representation & Dealership: Dealer for Granton (ZTE-GRANTON) luxury coaches, buses, and special-purpose vehicles including Kozak armored vehicles from Practika. Revenue from vehicle sales and after-market support.

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels2 records

Core offering

AJ Industries provides maintenance, repair and overhaul (MRO) services for military ground vehicles (including drive train remanufacturing for the UAE Armed Forces), commercial and government fleet maintenance (workshops, tire shop, mechanical, body work, heavy vehicle/bus servicing), spare parts trading (20,000+ SKUs across military and commercial platforms), and brand representation/dealership for Granton (ZTE) buses and Practika KOZAK armored vehicles in the UAE. The company operates a Technical Center in Ajman, an Abu Dhabi joint venture with Etimad/Al Fahad, and a parts distribution center in Sharjah.

Product overview

AJ Industries operates as a multi-segment automotive and defense services company established in 2018 as a joint venture between AJ Holding LLC and OWS Automotive. The company delivers its offerings through three core business areas: (1) Maintenance, Repair & Overhaul (MRO) services providing project-based capabilities for UAE Armed Forces including drive train remanufacturing for wheeled and tracked vehicles, (2) Automotive Solutions encompassing workshop development, fleet maintenance, and spare parts supply with a 1,500+ vehicle fleet, and (3) Strategic Partnerships representing international brands including Granton buses (ZTE-GRANTON coaches and buses for luxury, school, and public transport) and Practika military vehicles (KOZAK armored vehicles). The company also operates spare parts trading with over 20K SKUs inventory. AJ Industries serves primarily government and defense sectors in the UAE.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Granton: Bus and coach dealership including Luxury Coaches & Buses, School Buses and Public Transport Intercity & City Buses from ZTE–Granton Buses & Coaches Co Ltd.
• Practika

Products and services

• Maintenance, Repair & Overhaul (MRO) Services for Defense Land Systems Project-based maintenance, repair and overhaul services for UAE Armed Forces ground vehicles including wheeled and tracked platforms, with programs managed at client workshops and the ability to scale capacity up or down based on demand.
• Automotive Solutions and Fleet Maintenance Workshop development, fleet maintenance and commercial spare part supply for mixed fleets of light vehicles, heavy buses, police vehicles, construction vehicles, military vehicles, taxis, quads and bikes, maintaining a fleet of 1,500+ vehicles at the AJI Technical Center in Ajman.
• Spare Parts Trading Trading and distribution of spare parts for military and commercial vehicles from a local distribution center in Al Saja, Sharjah, holding inventory of more than 20,000 SKUs sourced through a global network of 150+ suppliers.
• Granton Bus Dealership UAE dealership for ZTE-Granton luxury coaches, school buses and public transport intercity and city buses, ranging from 35-seat diesel coaches to 37–90 seat diesel and 0% emission electric powered city buses using Cummins engines and ZF/Allison transmissions.
• Practika KOZAK Armored Vehicle Representation UAE representation for Practika's KOZAK-001/2 multi-purpose armored vehicles, a 4x4 based on the Iveco Eurocargo truck with V-shaped hull and ammunition seats, offering STANAG level 2 ballistic protection (Kozak-2) / level 1+ (Kozak-001) and STANAG level 2a/2b blast protection, now in serial production with more than 100 vehicles delivered after passing all state trials.

Quantifiable outcome

• Fleet of 1,500+ vehicles maintained at Technical Center
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers3 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

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Feature2 records

Partnerships

Seven partnerships are on record, tiered minor, core and flagship.

• Dubai Taxi (DTC)minorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 June 2026Dubai Taxi signed MoU with AJ Industries LLC to expand taxi, e-hailing, and limousine services into Ajman. Strategic expansion move for DTC into new geographic territory beyond Dubai into neighboring emirate. Agreement enables DTC to extend transportation operations using AJ Industries' local presence.
• AJ Holding LLCcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2018AJ Holding LLC is a highly regarded organization based in Ajman, UAE, established in 2000. Owns and operates diverse range of strategically positioned operating subsidiaries and associate companies structured to rapidly address demand in Ajman and surrounding areas. AJ Industries was established as joint venture in 2018 combining AJ Holding's local market presence with OWS Automotive's automotive aftermarket expertise.
• OWS AutomotivecoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2018OWS is dedicated to advancing the automotive aftermarket with innovative approach combining sustainable remanufacturing with advanced quality engineering. Proven track record with savings to UAE Government of more than AED 500 million. Resources worldwide with over 150 suppliers, 37,000 Sq. Ft. distribution center in Sharjah storing 25,000+ SKUs. Joint venture partner for AJ Industries automotive segment.
• EtimadcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerLeading UAE Holding combining operating companies providing end-to-end fulfillment, control and assurance for national security models. 40 years experience in defense with international track records with OEMs. AJ Industries and Etimad/Al Fahad established joint venture company in Abu Dhabi to serve UAE Armed Forces Military.
• Al FahadcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerFast growing system integrator with expertise in Defense & Intelligence, Homeland Security, Networking & Communication, and Power. Proven track record of more than 850 successful projects in 13 years. Tailor-made full-scale turnkey solutions for governments and private organizations. Partner in joint venture with AJ Industries and Etimad in Abu Dhabi.
• Granton (ZTE-GRANTON Buses & Coaches Co Ltd)flagshipChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAJ Industries is dealership for Granton Luxury Coaches & Buses, School Buses and Public Transport Intercity & City Buses. Granton is part of ZTE Smart Auto Corporation & Alexander Dennis Ltd (ADL), one of the largest and most advanced bus manufacturers globally. Product range includes 35-90 seat capacity buses with Cummins Engines and ZF/Allison transmissions, including diesel and 0% emission electric powered options.
• PractikaflagshipChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAJ Industries represents Practika for military and special-purpose production including KOZAK-001/2 multi-purpose armored vehicles. Based on 4x4 truck Iveco Eurocargo with V-shaped hull, ballistic protection at STANAG level 2, blast protection at STANAG level 2a/2b. Vehicles passed all state trials and are in serial production.

Scale indicators7 records

Recent moves6 records

Direct peers

• Al Taif Technical Services: UAE-based defense and technical services company providing maintenance, sustainment, and engineering services to military customers. Closely comparable to AJ Industries' defense MRO and fleet sustainment offering.
• International Golden Group (IGG): UAE defense, technology and services company supplying military and homeland security customers. Comparable as a UAE defense services and equipment provider operating in the same procurement ecosystem as AJ Industries.
• AMMROC (Advanced Military Maintenance, Repair and Overhaul Center): UAE-based defense MRO services provider serving the UAE Armed Forces. Although more aerospace-focused, AMMROC is the closest regional comparable in terms of military MRO services, sustainment capabilities, and government-defence customer base.
• JAHEZIYA (National Defense Company): UAE defense services entity providing military support services to the UAE Armed Forces. Directly comparable as another UAE-headquartered defense services company addressing the same customer base.
• NIMR Automotive: UAE-based manufacturer of military wheeled vehicles, directly comparable as another UAE-headquartered company serving the UAE Armed Forces with armored and tactical vehicles (the same buyer AJ Industries supports through MRO and KOZAK distribution).

Broad incumbents

• BAE Systems: Global defense prime with military vehicle, sustainment and MRO capabilities serving GCC customers. Comparable as a broader incumbent addressing the same UAE Armed Forces / Gulf defense sustainment market that AJ Industries serves.
• Saudi Arabian Military Industries (SAMI): Saudi Arabia's national defense and military industries champion operating across defense manufacturing and MRO/sustainment. Broader incumbent in the regional defense services landscape where AJ Industries also operates.
• Rheinmetall AG: German defense and automotive technology group with extensive MENA defense vehicle and MRO exposure. Broader incumbent offering comparable military vehicle platforms, parts, and sustainment services in the same regional defense ecosystem.

Regional players

• Galfar Engineering & Contracting: Omani engineering, construction and services group with MRO and industrial services capabilities. Comparable as a GCC-based multi-sector services player that also addresses defense-related and heavy vehicle MRO work, though primarily in Oman rather than the UAE.
• Al Mutlaq Technologies: Saudi conglomerate with defense, automotive, and industrial services operations. Comparable as a GCC-based group that combines vehicle/automotive services and defense-adjacent activities, though primarily operating in Saudi Arabia rather than the UAE.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks7 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles2 records

Subsidiaries1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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