AR Group – Company Profile
AR Group is a leading provider of woodworking and industrial solutions, founded by electro-mechanical engineers Antoine Rechdan and Rawad Rechdan. With over 20 years of combined industry experience, the company is built on innovation, technical expertise, quality, and customer-focused solutions. What began as a specialized machinery maintenance provider in Lebanon has grown into an international group serving customers across the Middle East, Europe, Africa, and Latin America.
The journey began with a vision to bridge traditional woodworking practices with modern industrial technologies. Combining Antoine Rechdan’s technical expertise and operational experience with Rawad Rechdan’s innovative, technology-driven approach, they founded AR Machinery to deliver reliable, high-performance solutions to the woodworking industry.
Over the years, AR Machinery expanded through strategic partnerships with leading manufacturers such as IMAI and PMSK, enabling the company to offer a comprehensive range of high-performance woodworking machinery. These collaborations strengthened its market presence and secured exclusive dealership rights across Lebanon, the UAE, Saudi Arabia, Poland, and Côte d’Ivoire.
Today, AR Group operates through three specialized divisions:
• AR Machinery – Machinery sales and turnkey factory solutions.
• ARD Machinery – International trading and distribution.
• AR Services – Installation, maintenance, training, and 24/7 technical support.
Headquartered in Lebanon with a regional hub in Dubai, UAE, AR Group delivers complete factory solutions, including consultation, machinery supply, installation, automation, software integration, training, maintenance, and technical support. Its engineering-driven approach ensures efficient factory layouts, optimized production processes, and long-term operational performance.
As part of its growth strategy, AR Group established AR D Machinery Trading L.L.C. in Dubai, serving as a regional showroom and service center for the Gulf market. Backed by a skilled team of engineers and technicians, the company provides installation, maintenance, and technical support across the GCC, ensuring exceptional customer service and operational excellence.
AR Group’s vision is to empower manufacturers with smart and efficient production technologies by combining traditional craftsmanship with modern automation. Through continuous innovation and specialized software training, including Polyboard and OptiCut, the company helps customers maximize productivity and optimize their investments.
AR Group’s highly skilled engineers and technicians ensure precise installation, reliable machine performance, and responsive after-sales support. With a growing sales and service network spanning Lebanon, Syria, the UAE, Saudi Arabia, Oman, Nigeria, Côte d’Ivoire, Mexico, Poland, and other international markets, the company effectively serves a diverse global customer base.
With a strong commitment to quality, innovation, and customer partnership, AR Group has become a trusted name in the woodworking industry. By delivering turnkey solutions, premium machinery, and exceptional technical support, the company helps manufacturers enhance productivity, efficiency, and profitability.
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