Starting and Scale.
UIG was founded in 2013 with a vision to be a leading provider of FMCG distribution services in the UAE. The company has since grown rapidly, expanding its operations and services to meet the needs of its customers.
Some of UIG's key achievements include:
Expanding its distribution reach to cover all emirates in the UAE, Operating in all seven emirates distributing it’s products across the country
Registering the first legally compliant closed system vape brand in UAE and facilitated its distribution across 1,200 points of sale throughout the country.
UIG was selected as preferred distribution partner for the world class event Dubai EXPO 2020
Expanding its distribution reach to cover all emirates in the UAE, Operating in all seven emirates distributing it’s products across the country
UIG is confident that it will continue to grow and succeed in the years to come. The company is committed to providing its customers with the best possible service.
Our Journey
2013
Founded in 2013, UIG started as a two-member team in the Auto Parts division.
2014
By 2014, it diversified into the FMCG sector, securing its first contract with Emarat Group for the Djeep Paris Lighter brand.
2015
2015 marked further growth, with an expanded FMCG Division and partnerships with Enoc Petrol stations and Zoom Markets.
2017
Broadened our distribution reach to cover Abu Dhabi region by Partnering with additional retailers, ADNOC, AD Coop.
2019
A milestone came in 2019 with HEXA VAPE, the UAE's first compliant closed-system vape brand, distributed across 1,200 points of sale.
2020
Chosen as the preferred distributor for Dubai EXPO 2020 in 2020, UIG's excellence was recognized.
2021
UIG achieved another first by registering VGOD, a legal disposable Vape brand, and reaching 1,900 retail outlets.
As of 2023, UIG stands as a leading FMCG distributor with a strong infrastructure, managing 5 monthly containers, a fleet of 25 vehicles, a 20,000 sq ft. warehouse, and a dedicated merchandising team.
Now UIG Became a leading FMCG and preferred distributor in the UAE
5 imported Containers monthly
Fleet of 25 vehicles
Distribution of 200+ SKUS to 1,900 outlets in the UAE and increasing
20,000 sq ft. warehouse capacity
5 Merchandising Supervisors to ensure visibility of the products in retail
leading the best marketing team.
We help our clients succeed by creating brand identities, digital experiences, and print materials that communicate clearly, achieve marketing.
To become a one stop solution in the distribution industry with the purpose of meeting customer and end user expectations. This vision brings together all our divisions and brands under one umbrella to serve our customers and provide them with the best possible experience.
To continue to add value to our customers businesses by offering premium products and becoming their strategic and preferred Distributor.
Our core Values
Excellence
We deliver what we promise and add value that goes beyond what is expected of us. We do not rest on our accomplishments, rather we build on them in our journey to set new standards in the industry.
Reliability
We work towards always being the partner you can rely on. Your brand is not just another product, we treat all products as our own and ensure maximum quality and performance for each product we distribute.
Integrity
We will always strive for what is best for our customers. Every action and decision upholds the value of World Trade Distribution. We always choose the solution that is best for our customer and not for us.
Passion
Passion is the driving force behind our team’s cohesive spirit. It is reflected in the work we do and the relationships we establish. Everyone aims to contribute in their very own way to the healthy growth of our business and industry.
Commitment
We believe in long-term relationships. We are committed to our customers’ present and future success. We work relentlessly to ensure that we provide them with premium value today & tomorrow. Their success is our success
Trust
We seek to provide every customer with the most accurate and dependable information we can deliver. If we don’t know the answer, we will always seek it out. We have seen firsthand the benefits of trust in every business relationship we maintain and will strive for this level of confidence for our customers every day.