Our mission
To provide consumers with high-quality, high-value branded products that are flavourful, nutritious and convenient — spotting developing niche markets and working closely with our suppliers and customers to lead the market.
People first, since 1992
A one-stop shop for the multi-ethnic communities of the Gulf — built on professionalism, patience and an unwillingness to compromise on customer service.
Who we are
Kabayan Hypermarket, Kuwait
Kabayan Hypermarket proudly serves the Gulf’s multi-ethnic communities, offering quality products and unbeatable value that have made us a trusted name in the region.
We are part of Kabayan International, a successful and fast-growing hypermarket chain with a strong presence in Saudi Arabia and Kuwait, operating 13 stores — and expanding to new markets soon. Our team combines professionalism, patience and a “people-first” attitude — because, in the words of our Chairman, Abdul Azeez Chovancherry, the real secret to our success is our “unwillingness to compromise on customer service at any cost.”
13Stores
2Countries & growing
1,000+Qualified staff
8Brands
Our journey
From a small supplier to a regional group
Kabayan started out in 1992 supplying vegetables and grocery items to small retail outlets. The rest, as they say, is history.
1992
The business begins in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, supplying vegetables and grocery items to small retail outlets — and opens its first supermarket in the early nineties.
1990s
Gradual expansion across different parts of Saudi Arabia, including Jeddah, Al Khobar and Riyadh.
2000
An ambitious expansion plan begins with the opening of our first supermarket in Kuwait.
Growth
Warehouses and offices in the main economic centres of Saudi Arabia and Kuwait — and more than 1,000 people on the team.
Today
13 stores, the paper-free Kabayan Rewards app, and our newest hypermarket at Al-Wahaj Tower on Salem Al Mubarak Street, Salmiya.
What drives us
Mission, vision & values
Our vision
To help our customers meet their needs on time, at the most competitive prices — integrating sourcing, distribution and delivery to offer a unique shopping experience with unmatched quality of products and services.
Our values
Strong corporate social responsibility. The Group gives back to society through its own charity trusts: the Alikutty Hajji Memorial Trust and the Amina Hajjumma Charitable Trust.
Chairman’s message
We keep our team in constant development and growth, which helps us keep long-term relationships with customers who come happy and leave even happier every time.Abdul Azeez ChovancherryChairman & C.E.O., AZCCO Global
Kabayan International
More than retail — an integrated ecosystem
Beyond our stores, the Group has built a diversified portfolio that ensures quality, efficiency and scalability from source to shelf.
Hypermarkets
13 stores serving communities across Saudi Arabia and Kuwait.
F&B production
Including Craze Biscuits, a trusted FMCG brand built on quality manufacturing.
F&B retail
Bringing great food brands closer to consumers.
Logistics
Warehousing and distribution that keep shelves stocked and fresh.
Our team
Experienced, professional, people-first
We are well established, with a highly professional sales, marketing and distribution operation that works with major supermarkets and independent retailers alike. We continuously source products with the potential to make an impact in Middle East markets.
- Constant training and development for our people
- Deep understanding of multi-ethnic communities
- The experience, knowledge and capital to help suppliers succeed