Unigaz

What Unigaz does

Unigaz is a privately-held, family-controlled LPG (Liquefied Petroleum Gas) and natural gas distribution and infrastructure company founded in 1957 in Lebanon by Mr. Nabih Sidani. Headquartered in Beirut, the company has grown into a multi-country operator with 3,000+ staff and wholly-owned subsidiaries across 10 countries in the Middle East and Africa: Lebanon, Jordan, Saudi Arabia, Iraq (Baghdad and Kurdistan), Oman, UAE (Dubai and Abu Dhabi), Qatar, and Nigeria. The Sidani family retains control through Chairman Mahmoud Nabih Sidani and Managing Director Marwan Sidani, with Khaldoun Dib serving as CEO of Unigaz International Group. The company operates as developer, investor, and operator in the gas sector, building an integrated value chain from LPG procurement and bulk distribution through engineering, central gas network design and installation, and ongoing maintenance services.

The company's core technology stack centers on physical gas infrastructure: ADR-certified bulk LPG fleet (Semi-Trailers, Bobtails, Speedy Loading Bays) with remote tank-level monitoring, central gas network design and installation for residential compounds and commercial complexes, and proprietary Synthetic Natural Gas (SNG) systems that blend LPG with compressed air as a natural gas substitute. Adjacent product lines include autogas for transportation, D-Cylinders for residential storage, gas safety systems (leak detection, pressure regulation, emergency shut-off), and a range of gas accessories. Major customers include Nakheel (International City, 22,000+ residents), Katara Hospitality (Katara Towers), Burger King (20+ year supply across branches), Carrefour (six regional destinations), Sohar Aluminum (first natural gas system in Sohar), and the Qatar FIFA World Cup 2022 (Al Bayt Stadium fire torch), spanning residential real estate, hospitality, industrial, retail, healthcare, and government end-markets.

Unigaz monetizes through a hybrid revenue model combining project-based gas system engineering and installation contracts (one-time licensing-style fees), recurring bulk LPG supply and maintenance agreements (subscription-style recurring revenue), transactional cylinder sales, and trading of gas accessories. Pricing is quote-based and project-specific with no public pricing tiers disclosed, reflecting its enterprise field-sales GTM targeting developers, hospitality groups, industrial facilities, and government entities. The company maintains a zero-incident safety record across all entities and holds ISO certifications, DPR Nigeria gas distributor certification, and Tawteen ICV certification in Qatar. Strategic partnerships include ADNOC (Abu Dhabi), GASCO (Saudi Arabia), World LPG Association, and Carrefour, alongside supply-side supplier engagement.

Name

Unigaz

Legal name

Unigaz Co.

Website

https://unigaz.net

Company type

Private

Founded year

1957

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

501–1,000 employees

Short description

Unigaz is a family-owned Lebanese LPG and natural gas distributor operating across 10 Middle East and African countries, providing bulk LPG supply, central gas network design and installation, maintenance services, and autogas solutions to residential, commercial, industrial, hospitality, and government customers since 1957.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

LPG and Natural Gas Distribution Services

NAICS

Natural Gas Distribution (22121)

SIC

Natural Gas Distribution (4924)

akta.pro primary industry

Gas Mains (Distribution Pipelines) (EUAJABAA)

Keywords

• LPG distribution services
• Central gas network design
• Natural gas systems
• Bulk LPG supply
• Gas infrastructure installation

Headquarters

HQ city

Beirut

HQ country

Lebanon

HQ region

Middle East

Offices8 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. LPG and Natural Gas Distribution: Bulk supply and distribution of LPG and natural gas to residential, commercial, industrial, and hospitality sectors through owned fleet of specialized vehicles
2. Gas System Design and Installation: Engineering services for design, installation, testing, and commissioning of central gas systems for new construction and retrofit projects
3. Maintenance and Technical Services: Ongoing maintenance contracts and emergency services for gas systems including safety inspections and repairs
4. Cylinder Filling and Distribution: Traditional LPG cylinder filling and distribution operations, one of the core expertise areas developed over decades
5. Gas Accessories Trading: Trading and distribution of gas-related equipment and accessories

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Unigaz is a developer, investor, and operator in the gas sector, providing centralized LPG (Liquefied Petroleum Gas) and Natural Gas distribution solutions across the Middle East and Africa. The company designs, installs, operates, and maintains central gas networks for residential complexes, commercial buildings, hospitality venues, industrial facilities, and government infrastructure, alongside bulk LPG supply, cylinder filling and distribution, autogas conversion services, and trading of gas accessories and safety systems.

Product overview

Unigaz is a clean energy company specializing in LPG (Liquefied Petroleum Gas) and Natural Gas solutions, operating as developers, investors, and operators in the gas sector across the Middle East and Africa since 1957. The company's product portfolio centers on LPG and Natural Gas as core offerings, supplemented by Central Gas Systems (design, installation, and operation of gas networks), Autogas (vehicle fuel conversion), D-Cylinders, Synthetic Natural Gas (SNG), Cylinders, and an extensive range of Gas Accessories. Services include Design/Installation/Maintenance, Gas Distribution via ADR-certified fleet, Bulk LPG Supply, and Fuel Conversion from diesel to LPG. The company also offers a Diesel to LPG Switching calculator tool. Unigaz tailors its solutions across residential, commercial, industrial, transportation, and power generation sectors, providing complete gas infrastructure from design through ongoing maintenance.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Shafaf Cylinder Specs: Product brand mentioned for Qatar operations - appears to be a cylinder product line
• D-Cylinders
• Autogas
• Synthetic Natural Gas (SNG)
• Bulk LPG Supply

Products and services

• Central Gas System Design, Installation & Maintenance End-to-end engineering services covering design, installation, testing, commissioning, and ongoing maintenance of centralized LPG and natural gas distribution networks for residential compounds, commercial buildings, hospitality venues, and industrial facilities.
• Bulk LPG Distribution Bulk supply of LPG to enterprise customers using ADR-certified fleet of Semi-Trailers, Bobtails, and Speedy Loading Bays, with advanced tracking systems and remote tank level monitoring, delivered across all 10 operating entities.
• LPG Cylinder Filling and Distribution Traditional LPG cylinder filling and distribution operations providing gas storage and supply in standard pressurized cylinders for residential, commercial, and small industrial users across operating regions.
• Synthetic Natural Gas (SNG) Systems Blending LPG with compressed air to create a cost-effective substitute for natural gas supply, enabling flexible energy solutions for customers where natural gas infrastructure is unavailable or uneconomical.
• Autogas Fuel Conversion Conversion services and supply of autogas (LPG) for vehicles as a cleaner alternative to diesel and petrol, with longer driving distances, lower emissions, and improved air quality.
• D-Cylinder Storage Solutions D-cylinders offering a convenient alternative storage format to traditional gas tanks and cylinders, providing flexible gas storage solutions for various applications.
• Gas Accessories Trading Trading and distribution of gas-related equipment and accessories including leak detection systems, fire panels, pressure regulators, gas meters, emergency shut-off mechanisms, piping networks, and tank installation equipment.
• Fuel Conversion Services (Diesel-to-LPG Switching) Consultation and conversion services helping businesses and vehicle operators switch from diesel or petrol to LPG/autogas systems, providing cleaner and more economical fuel alternatives, supported by an online savings and emissions calculator.

Quantifiable outcome

• LPG reduces 20% of CO2 emissions compared to conventional fuels
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers12 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature4 records

Partnerships

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

• Order of Engineers and Architects (OEA) TripolicoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 15 June 2026Technical seminar on LPG Applications organized in coordination with OEA Tripoli, bringing together engineers and industry professionals to explore LPG in domestic and industrial applications.
• Star EngineeringcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 22 August 2023Unigaz Group subsidiary recognized for excellence in design, showcased at Erbil Real Estate Invest Expo alongside Unigaz operations.
• PSIC (Generators Company)minorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 22 August 2023Partnership with PSIC, a renowned generators company, at Erbil Real Estate Invest Expo presenting top-tier products in combined value demonstration.
• StarmanshipminorImplementation/ SI/ Consulting Partner · 9 May 2022Collaboration with Starmership for strategic leadership training workshop for Unigaz Group entity leaders and operations managers in Lebanon, part of Professional Development Program.
• World LPG Association (WLPGA)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 5 December 2021Unigaz Group is a proud member of the World LPG Association, participating annually in LPG Week events and utilizing membership for industry networking, growth strategies, and expansion opportunities.
• Trillion Rich Corp. Ltd.coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 18 June 2019Long-term LNG Market Agreement signed on June 18, 2019 for marketing and negotiating potential LNG deals in China. Unigaz International entrusted Yuk Mang Ngai Andre, CEO of Trillion Rich Corp. Ltd. to market LNG and support broad adoption of natural gas in China.
• ADNOC (Abu Dhabi National Oil Company)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership with world-class oil and gas company for LPG projects across the region. ADNOC is a major partner in Unigaz's Abu Dhabi operations.
• GASCO (Gas Projects)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership with GASCO for gas projects in Saudi Arabia, one of the company's key regional partnerships.
• CarrefourflagshipStrategic or Co-development PartnerMajor multinational hypermarket partnership providing LPG services across six regional destinations: Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Saudi Arabia, Iraq, Qatar, and Oman. Demonstrates Unigaz's capacity to transcend geographical limitations.
• LulucoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership with major multinational hypermarket chain for LPG services across operating regions.
• Katara HospitalityflagshipStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership with Qatar's heritage and hospitality development company for Katara Towers project (GSAS 5&6-Stars rating) and Ritz-Carlton Marina Petrol Station, showcasing sustainable energy solutions.
• Department of Petroleum Resources (DPR) NigeriacoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerGovernment body that granted Unigaz Nigeria certification as official gas distributor in Nigeria, enabling legitimate gas distribution operations in the country.
• Tawteen (QatarEnergy)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerSupply Chain Localization Program for Qatar's energy sector that certified Unigaz Qatar's ICV score, enabling expansion into strategic projects across public, private, and governmental sectors.

Scale indicators8 records

Recent moves16 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• SHV Energy: World's largest LPG distribution group with operations across Europe, Asia, and the Americas through brands like Calor, Primagaz, and Supergasbras. Closest global direct peer to Unigaz, with a comparable central gas, bulk LPG, and cylinder distribution model at much larger scale.
• DCC plc (DCC Energy): London-listed energy distribution group with significant LPG, LPG cylinder, and fuel operations across Europe. Highly comparable business model to Unigaz (bulk LPG supply, cylinders, and downstream energy distribution) and a useful valuation benchmark for family-to-institutional transitions.
• Butagaz: French LPG distributor serving residential, hospitality, and industrial customers with bulk, cylinder, and autogas offerings. Comparable product mix and customer segments to Unigaz's LPG and central gas business, though geographically focused on France.
• Antargaz: UEM-owned French LPG distributor (formerly part of TotalEnergies) providing bulk LPG, cylinders, and autogas to residential and commercial customers. Operates a near-identical product set to Unigaz in a different geography.
• Suburban Propane Partners: US-listed master limited partnership distributing propane, fuel oil, and refined fuels to residential, commercial, industrial, and agricultural customers. Direct functional peer to Unigaz in bulk LPG and propane distribution with similar customer-segment orientation.
• Flogas: UK and Ireland LPG and LNG distributor with bulk supply, cylinder, and autogas operations for residential, commercial, hospitality, and industrial customers. Direct functional peer to Unigaz in LPG distribution and central gas systems.

Others

• Petredec: World's largest LPG shipping and trading company, supplying propane and butane to downstream distributors like Unigaz. Not a direct competitor but a critical supplier and benchmark for LPG trading economics relevant to Unigaz International's LNG/LPG trading activities.

Emerging players

• Confidence Petroleum India: India-listed LPG bottling, distribution, and autogas company with growing MEA exposure. Comparable business model in bulk LPG, cylinders, and autogas, serving as a useful emerging-market peer for Unigaz's growth-stage expansion.

Broad incumbents

• Galp Energia: Portuguese integrated energy group with significant LPG distribution, natural gas, and renewables operations across Iberia, Brazil, and Africa. Overlaps with Unigaz in LPG and natural gas distribution and is a relevant African-market benchmark given Galp's Mozambique and African footprint.
• TotalEnergies: Global integrated energy major that markets LPG, natural gas, and autogas through a worldwide downstream network. Acts as a broad incumbent competitor and partner in MEA LPG and natural gas, overlapping with Unigaz in LPG distribution and autogas but with vastly larger resources.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles10 records

Subsidiaries12 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

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