Gulf Horizon International Trading L.L.C. is the leading tobacco distributor in Iraq. Over the years Gulf Horizon has become a dominant force in the market specializing in the distribution of Fast Moving Consumer Goods (FMCG). Starting as a small trading company in 1988, our commitment has ensured the growth of our operations. Today, we are the only Iraqi company with a national presence, offering nation-wide coverage.

Gulf Horizon has implemented a well-structured network throughout Iraq, which consists of a highly professional set-up and a well organized structure run by qualified personnel.

As a privately owned company operating successfully throughout Iraq for the past 16 years, two decades we have always strived to increase our market share by building on relationships with multinationals. This has resulted in successful business associations with leading international companies like British American Tobacco (BAT) and other multinationals in the FMCG sector.

With our extensive experience in developing new market to Iraq, we are present in almost all bordering countries to Iraq, leveraging an unmatched superstructure. This has supported us with unrivalled technical and logistical support, financial security and operational flexibility as a result of which we are able to add momentum and revive Iraqi’s consumer market even in difficult times.

In line with our ambition to be the number ‘ONE’ distribution company in Iraq, we are looking to expand our partnership in New Iraq. We are also concentrating on our commitment to develop portfolio brands and effectively implement long-term strategies to dominate the market.

As a result, in 2003 Gulf Horizon successfully implemented a modern sales system known as 'Direct Sales Distribution (DSD)', a strategy that would provide retailers, and ultimately consumers with a continuous supply of our products and brand portfolio.

Our pioneering system is shaping the future of Iraq trade by keeping a tight grip on the distribution of our products, thus guaranteeing a constant supply, brand visibility and price control throughout the market. Our DSD operations cover every possible area of consumer traffic for best exposure and availability.

The first company with its own fleet of distribution vans, we have gained quick and easy access to our customers thus making our presence felt in every viable outlet in Tier 1 cities* and in wholesale markets in Tier 2 cities*

Gulf Horizon extensive human resources and financial strength has firmly positioned the company at least six months ahead of competition. This is aptly reflected in our elite team of high calibre executives with extensive international and multinational experience.

While our head office is in Baghdad, we have a number of regional depots, central depots and sales depots. GHIT continues to expand rapidly with extensive store coverage, a well-managed supply chain and modern technology giving us the edge we need in this lucrative market.