About us
about us
Where Vision Becomes Legacy
RIJAS GROUP began its journey in 1966 as a modest trading enterprise founded by the visionary Mian Waseem Shahzad. Over the decades, it has evolved into a global business conglomerate with a diverse portfolio spanning textiles, retail, real estate development, agriculture, air logistics, distribution, and numerous other sectors, driven by innovation, excellence, and sustainable growth.
Rijas Developments represents the Group’s commitment to creating exceptional real estate destinations that blend luxury, innovation, and long-term value. From iconic residential communities to landmark commercial projects, each development is designed to elevate lifestyles, foster thriving communities, and deliver world-class experiences that redefine modern urban living.
At RIJAS, we are dedicated to enhancing the quality of life in the communities we serve. Through leadership, global competitiveness, and responsible business practices, we strive to create lasting impact. Our philosophy is simple: what we earn from people should be returned to society many times over, contributing to shared prosperity and sustainable progress.
Company Value
Values That Help Shape Our Success
The People Behind the Vision
Chairman
Faisal Shahzad
Mr. Faisal is fascinated with market dynamics, customer preferences, the uniqueness of people and the vision of building organizations around them. With more than 28 years of accomplishments in national, cross national and multi-sectoral environments Faisal’s core capability lies in transforming organizations into dynamic centers of creative energy where the center is its team, giving them the necessary independence to create, build and sustain.
Mr. Faisal has accumulated a wealth of experience in Textile, Retail, Agriculture, Real Estate, Air-Logistics, distributions and has worked with multiple regions closely, having done stints in London, New York, New Delhi, Dubai and Pakistan.
Mr. Faisal earned his degree in Business Administration from Greenwich University in Karachi, Pakistan.
Director
Kashif Shahzad
Mr. Kashif is the Director of Rijas Developments. Under his leadership, Company has transformed from a traditional investing company to one of the world’s most innovative Real Estate Development Company.
He has over 14 years of experience in commercial, Hotels and residential property development, joint ventures and investment in Dubai, Abu Dhabi and London. His assistance from local expertise and in-depth knowledge of the market, and has helped to develop a collaborative network of offices across the region that enables clients to benefit from best-in-class Developments. Over the past decade, Mr. Kashif has focused predominantly on Dubai and prime central London Real Estate. This has included high-end residential, mixed-use and office schemes.
Director
Ahsan Shahzad
Mr. Ahsan has sharpened the Organization’s strategic focus and strengthened its field presence through effective leadership and operational excellence. He is also driving initiatives to establish a strong value-for-money culture across all levels of the organization, ensuring sustainable growth, improved efficiency, and long-term value creation for stakeholders.
With more than 22 years of cross-sector experience, Mr. Ahsan has worked across diverse industries including Aerospace, Education, Financial Services and Investments, Construction, Oil Drilling, Manufacturing, Poultry Farms, Distribution, and Retail. His broad expertise enables him to bring practical insights, strategic vision, and strong business leadership to every role.
Mr. Ahsan earned his degree in Business Administration from Indiana University in America.
Director
Mohib Shahzad
Mohib Shahzad is a dynamic entrepreneur with a strong academic foundation. With a diverse professional background spanning real estate development, particularly in marketing and project positioning, and the technology sector, he brings a well-rounded strategic perspective to the company.
As the driving force behind Rijas Technology, he has demonstrated a clear vision for innovation and growth, leading the development of impactful digital solutions. His leadership is defined by forward-thinking decision-making, adaptability, and a commitment to delivering sustainable value across all ventures.
Mr. Mohib earned his degree in Business Marketing from Durham University United Kingdom.
Our Mission
- Deliver unmatched craftsmanship with meticulous attention
- Integrate cutting-edge smart, sustainable technologies
- Forge strong partnerships with clients and artisans
- Design minimalist luxury with innovative flair
- Prioritize eco-friendly materials and practices
- Ensure efficiency, comfort, and long-term value
- Create meaningful, community-enriching living spaces
- Continuously elevate standards in design excellence
Rijas Development is the real estate arm of Rijas Group, operating under the ACES platform. It focuses on high-quality residential, commercial, mixed-use, and hotel developments primarily in Dubai and prime central London, with a proven track record of over $1 billion USD in turnover.
Rijas Development is led by a visionary family of directors. Chairman Faisal Shahzad brings over 28 years of multi-sectoral experience across Pakistan, Dubai, London, and New York. Directors Ahsan Shahzad and Kashif Shahzad contribute deep expertise in finance, aerospace, and international real estate development respectively.
Rijas is built on trust, leadership excellence, and a deep commitment to community. Rijas Development believes in giving back to society, sponsoring free education for the underprivileged, and continuously striving for global competitiveness in every sector it operates.
Rijas maintains an international presence with offices in Dubai at Swissotel Roda Al Murooj, DIFC, and in Pakistan at Eiffel Tower, Bahria Town, Lahore. The group actively operates across the UAE, UK, Russia/CIS, Indian Subcontinent, and North America.
You can reach us at info@rijas.com, call our UAE line at +971 800-RIJAS, or contact our Pakistan office at UAN 1111-RIJAS. You can also visit us at our Lahore or Dubai offices, or explore more at www.rijas.com.
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