In November 1956, four professors from the American University of Beirut open a specialized engineering firm to meet rising regional demand. It is the beginning of Dar Al-Handasah. For its headquarters, the firm chooses Beirut, the most dynamic market in the region at the time.

1958 – Dar receives its first big commission – the Kuwait Power Station. From there, the company gradually evolves, winning projects in the Middle East, Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) and Africa.

1958
Dar receives its first big commission – the Kuwait Power Station. From there, the company gradually evolves, winning projects in the Middle East, Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) and Africa.

Dar Al-Handasah becomes Dar Al-Handasah Shair and Partners. Dar takes the revolutionary step of handing 60% of ownership to senior employees who have distinguished themselves by their leadership qualities and technical skills. The partnership model drives Dar forward as senior managers realize their growth is essential to the firm’s development.

Dar Al-Handasah Shair and Partners is now one of the region’s leading firms, less than a decade after being founded.

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