Who we are

A Mubadala Bio Company, operating under the Pharma Logistics vertical, IDS delivers end-to-end coverage across the full lifecycle of healthcare products – from early-stage registration through to commercialization, distribution, and sustained market access.
Serving the nation since 1987, Al Ittihad Drug Store (IDS) is a healthcare distributor of pharmaceutical and consumer healthcare products in the UAE. Over the past four decades, IDS has built a strong portfolio of multinational and regional partnerships, supporting growth in a highly regulated and competitive market.
While deeply rooted in the UAE, IDS continues to expand its reach across the GCC and broader MENA region, aligned with its ambition to become a leading regional healthcare distribution partner.

Our Purpose

Delivering
better health,
closer for all.

Our Aspiration

To become a leading regional healthcare and pharmaceutical distributor by driving growth through a diverse portfolio and strong partnerships with trusted suppliers.

Our Values

Integrity

We uphold the highest level of honesty, ransparency, and ethical decision making in all that we do.

Accountability

We take full ownership of our actions, decisions, and outcomes.

Partnership

We build strong, trust-based relationships by collaborating openly, communicating effectively, and supporting each other’s success.

Drive

We approach every challenge with passion, determination, and a relentless pursuit of excellence.

Access

We expand access to essential medicines, medical technologies, and healthcare solutions through trusted partnerships, ensuring quality care reaches the communities that need it most.

Governance & Compliance

IDS operates under a structured governance framework aligned with UAE regulations.

  • Data protection and confidentiality systems
  • Regular ISO and regulatory audits
  • Documented SOPs and quality systems
  • Ethics and compliance framework
  • Anti-bribery and whistleblowing policies
  • KPI-driven performance monitoring

Data protection and confidentiality systems

Regular ISO and regulatory audits

Documented SOPs and quality systems

Ethics and compliance framework

Anti-bribery and whistleblowing policies

KPI-driven performance monitoring

Leading regional healthcare distribution, through strong partnerships and portfolio strength.

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