Emsteel Building Materials PJSC (EMSTEEL: ADX), formerly known as Arkan Building Materials Company PJSC, is a leading United Arab Emirates-based manufacturer and supplier of steel and building materials, serving both domestic and international markets. Incorporated on January 15, 2006, and listed on the Abu Dhabi Securities Exchange (ADX), the company plays a central role in supporting the UAE’s industrial and infrastructure development by producing a comprehensive range of construction and structural materials. Headquartered in Abu Dhabi Industrial City (ICAD), Musaffah, P.O. Box 9022, Emsteel stands as a cornerstone of the nation’s diversified manufacturing sector, delivering high-quality products that power real estate, energy, and industrial projects across the region.
Emsteel’s operations are structured across three primary business segments — Steel, Cement and Blocks, and Others. The Steel segment forms the company’s core, encompassing the manufacture and distribution of long-steel products such as wire rods, rebars, heavy sections, and sheet piles. These materials are essential for infrastructure, transportation, and energy projects across the GCC, Europe, and Asia. Through its state-of-the-art production facilities, Emsteel ensures world-class standards in durability, precision, and sustainability, meeting the demands of global construction markets.
The Cement and Blocks segment complements the steel operations by producing cement, concrete blocks, and dry mortar, reinforcing the company’s integrated approach to construction materials. This vertical integration allows Emsteel to provide complete structural solutions under one umbrella — a competitive advantage that ensures consistent supply chains, quality assurance, and cost efficiency. The Other segment further diversifies the company’s portfolio, covering the production and distribution of Glass Reinforced Polyester (GRP) Pipes, Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC) Pipes, and industrial packaging materials such as bags, which are critical to utilities, infrastructure, and industrial manufacturing sectors.
Emsteel Building Materials PJSC operates through several key subsidiaries, including Emirates Steel Industries PJSC, Emirates Blocks Factory, and Emirates Cement Factory, among others. These subsidiaries form an integrated network that drives innovation and operational excellence across the entire value chain — from raw material processing to finished product delivery. The company’s advanced manufacturing facilities in Musaffah are equipped with automated production systems and environmentally efficient technologies, underscoring its commitment to sustainability and energy optimization in line with the UAE’s Net Zero 2050 goals.
Operating within the Mineral Resources sector, Emsteel has become synonymous with reliability, scale, and technological capability. Its products are used in some of the region’s most ambitious infrastructure projects, including high-rise developments, transportation corridors, and energy facilities. The company continues to focus on expanding export markets, enhancing operational efficiency, and investing in research and development to strengthen its position as a global supplier of high-performance construction materials.
Emsteel’s rebranding from Arkan Building Materials to its current identity marks a strategic evolution — integrating its diverse portfolio under a unified industrial brand that reflects growth, strength, and innovation. With a strong corporate foundation and a vision for sustainable industrial leadership, Emsteel Building Materials PJSC is poised to remain a key driver of the UAE’s construction and manufacturing excellence for decades to come.
For corporate inquiries, business partnerships, or investment opportunities, Emsteel Building Materials PJSC’s head office is located at:
P.O. Box 9022, Abu Dhabi Industrial City (ICAD), Musaffah, United Arab Emirates.
