About Us

The GBCQ was founded in December 2002 in Doha being a non-governmental and non-profit seeking association representing all interested German and Qatari companies, their representatives, as well as Germans, Qataris and other nationalities, engaged in business activities in both countries.

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Our Objectives

Business Relations

Promote business relations between the Federal Republic of Germany and the State of Qatar

Trade

Offer a link to organizers of German trade missions and German foreign trade offices promoting Middle East / German business relations and promote German trade and industry sectors in Qatar

Economic Relations

Assist the Embassy of the Federal Republic of Germany in Doha by providing any information relevant to the promotion of economic relations.

Reinforcing Contacts

Develop and reinforce contacts between the business councils of other countries active in the state of Qatar

Representing Business

Represent the business interests of German and Qatari business people when dealing with government institutions, authorities and other official organisations of the two countries

Networking Platform

Provide Qatari and German business men and women on a regular basis with a networking platform to exchange their views and organise business events, seminars, symposia, discussions as well as social events in order to enhance mutual communication and cooperation

The Board of GBCQ

The Board is the cooperative executive representative body of the GBCQ. Whilst taking into consideration the decisions of the Members' Assembly, the Board shall support the fulfillment of the GBCQ's duties and protect the interests of the members of the GBCQ. The Board consits of 5 people, the Chairman of the Board, the Vice Chairman of the Board and 3 Board Members. H.E. The German Ambassador to the State of Qatar is an Honorary Board Member of the GBCQ.

Dr. Claudius Fischbach
Honorary Board Member

German Ambassador

H.E. Sheikha Hanadi bint Nasser bin Khaled Al Thani
Honorary Board Member

Henning Zimmermann
Chairman

Schenker Logistics W.L.L.

Herbert Klausner
Board Member

Siemens Energy

Elias Chedid
Board Member

SEIB Insurance & Reinsurance L.L.C.

Hakan Ozdemir
CEO

Siemens

Jens Schuster
Technical Director

Katara Hospitality

Upcoming Events

Since the main objective of the Council is to promote, cultivate and assist business relations between Germany and Qatar by forming a platform where business representatives of both nations can meet and exchange views and ideas, we hold events regularly.

Past Events

GBCQ Workshop Series "Cybersecurity"

September 19, 2023

New Trends in Qatar's Construction Sector

May 30, 2023

The event will begin with a panel discussion where industry leaders will share their insights and perspectives on these topics. Following the panel, there will be a networking session, providing an excellent opportunity to connect with key players in the sector and gain valuable insights. This event presents a platform to showcase industry expertise, promote innovation, and foster collaborations in the construction industry as selected international companies exhibiting in Projects Qatar will also be invited.

Asparagus Dinner

May 24, 2023

We will have a 3-course set menu with green and white Asparagus. Prices: 250 QAR Food, Soft Drinks & 2 Glasses of Wine (Bouchard Ainé & Fils HÉRITAGE DU CONSEILLER CHARDONNAY) add on beverage packages: plus 150 QAR for 2 hours free-flow house beverages; Happy Hour Offer: Selected wine, beer and house spirits at 35 QAR per Drink

Suhoor Networking Night

April 05, 2023

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Our Members

The GBCQs membership is growing since its foundation, however we are welcoming new members in order to increase and improve the scope of our activities, i.e. GBCQ is closely cooperating with the German Industry and Commerce Office Qatar (AHK).

  • AHK - German Industry & Commerce
  • Al Tamimi Law Firm
  • Alexander & Partner Rechtsanwlte
  • AUDAX - Keck GmbH
  • AVIANET LLC
  • Banyan Tree Doha
  • Crowell & Moring LLP
  • DB Engineering & Consulting GmbH
  • Dorsch Qatar
  • fischerAppelt Marketing
  • German Excavation Technology
  • Gulf Turbo Services
  • Hafele W.L.L.
  • IST-Platform Servicing and Trading L.L.C.
  • Just Us & Otto Marketing Services WLL
  • Knauf Qatar
  • KPMG
  • Mandarin Oriental, Doha
  • Marzooq Shamlan Al Shamlan Holding
  • Nasser Bin Khalid Al Thani & Sons Holding Company
  • PORR Qatar Construction W.L.L.
  • Qatar International Automobiles - MAN
  • Roland Berger
  • SAP Middle East and North Africa LL
  • Schenker Logistics W.L.L.
  • SEIB Insurance & Reinsurance Company LLC
  • Siemens Energy WLL
  • Siemens W.L.L.
  • SPORTS GATE W.L.L.
  • Talabat Qatar
  • The Look Company
  • Volkswagen Group Middle East QFZ LLC
  • W Doha Hotel & Residences
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  • Tel:

    +974 44311152

  • Fax:

    +974 44311154

  • PO Box:

    24481

  • Address:

    24th Floor Marriott Marquis City Center Hotel Doha, Doha

  • Website:

    http://vae.ahk.de/

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  • Tel:

    4457 2777

  • Fax:

    4436 0921

  • Email:

    a.jaafir@tamimi.com

  • PO Box:

    23443

  • Address:

    Tornado Tower, 19th Floor Majlis Al Taawon Street, West Bay PO Box 23443, Doha, Qatar, Doha

  • Website:

    www.tamimi.com

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  • Tel:

    +974 44324959

  • Fax:

    +974 44433530

  • Website:

    www.audax.de

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  • Tel:

    +974 44311152

  • Fax:

    +974 44311154

  • Email:

    arshad.mughal@avianet.aero

  • PO Box:

    32522

  • Address:

    REGUS D Ring Road, Office 130_04, floor 1, Doha

  • Website:

    www.avianet.aero

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  • Tel:

    +974 44103333

  • Fax:

    +974 4410 3111

  • Email:

    Houssam.Naddaf@banyantree.com

  • PO Box:

    4928

  • Address:

    Al Khaleej Street, Mushaireb,, Doha

  • Website:

    www.banyantree.com

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  • Tel:

    +974 44532500

  • Fax:

    +974 44532501

  • PO Box:

    22632

  • Address:

    No. 60 Commercial Bank Plaza, 16th Floor, 380 Al Markhiya St. Al Dafna Area, Doha

  • Website:

    www.crowell.com

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  • Tel:

    +974 44802097

  • Fax:

    +974 44802027

  • PO Box:

    23593

  • Address:

    Al Corniche Road, Salam Tower 12F, Doha

  • Website:

    www.dorsch.de

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  • Tel:

    +974 44690877

  • Fax:

    +974 44690330

  • PO Box:

    22296

  • Address:

    Al Jazeera Al Arabiya Street, Villa No. 6., Doha

  • Website:

    www.qatar.fischerappelt.com

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  • Tel:

    +97440347515

  • Fax:

    +97444163428

  • Email:

    info@kemroc.me

  • PO Box:

    45975

  • Address:

    Zone 81, Street 8, Gate 274, Doha

  • Website:

    www.kemroc.de

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  • Tel:

    +974 4450 2678

  • Fax:

    +974 44505457

  • PO Box:

    3321

  • Address:

    205 Zone 56 No. 44, Doha

  • Website:

    www.hafele.com

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  • Tel:

    00974 4402 3070

  • Fax:

    00974 4431 9107

  • Email:

    info@ist-platform.com

  • PO Box:

    25422

  • Address:

    Corniche Road, Build. No. 40, second floor, Office No 7/R, Doha

  • Website:

    https://ist-platform.com

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  • Tel:

    +974 44317036

  • Fax:

    +974 44371188

  • Email:

    paul@justusandotto.com

  • PO Box:

    2461

  • Website:

    www.justusandotto.com

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  • Tel:

    +974 44528191

  • Fax:

    +974 44528181

  • PO Box:

    27111

  • Address:

    Al Markhiya Street, 15th Floor Commercial Bank Plaza, Doha

  • Website:

    www.knauf.ae

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  • Tel:

    +974 4008 8888

  • Fax:

    +974 4008 8889

  • Email:

    MODOH-info@mohg.com

  • PO Box:

    23643

  • Address:

    Barahat Msheireb Street, Msheireb Downtown, Doha

  • Website:

    www.mandarinoriental.com/doha

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  • Tel:

    +974 44438886

  • Fax:

    +974 44563030

  • PO Box:

    51

  • Address:

    B-Ring Road, Doha

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  • Tel:

    +974 44227500

  • PO Box:

    6002

  • Address:

    St 340 Zone55, Salwa Road, Doha

  • Website:

    www.nbks.com

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  • Tel:

    +974 44965200

  • Fax:

    +974 44965201

  • PO Box:

    207471

  • Address:

    Barwa Tower 1, 8th Floor, C-Ring Road, Doha

  • Website:

    www.porr-group.com

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  • Tel:

    +974 44503930

  • Fax:

    +974 44503835

  • PO Box:

    8155

  • Address:

    West Corner Centre, Midmac R/A, Salwa Road, Doha

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  • Tel:

    +974 4429 4809

  • Fax:

    +49 711 13777301

  • Email:

    qatar@rolandberger.com

  • PO Box:

    27774

  • Address:

    Level 22, Tornado Tower, West Bay, Doha

  • Website:

    https://www.rolandberger.com/

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  • Tel:

    +974 44918471

  • Fax:

    +974 44918456

  • Address:

    Alfardan Tower, 16th Floor, Doha

  • Website:

    www.sap.com

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  • Tel:

    +974 44995755

  • Fax:

    +974 44995756

  • PO Box:

    21819

  • Address:

    Al Aaliya Street, Zone 18, Building no 4835, Transworld Tower 2, Old Salata, 7th Floor, Doha

  • Website:

    www.dbschenker.com

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  • Tel:

    +974 44026888

  • Fax:

    +974 44026800

  • PO Box:

    10973

  • Address:

    Sheikh Jabor Bin Yousef Bin Jassem Al Thani Building, Ground Level, Airport Road, Doha

  • Website:

    www.seibinsurance.com

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  • Tel:

    +974 4456 0222

  • Fax:

    +974 00000000

  • Email:

    siemensenergy.communications.qa@siemens.com

  • Address:

    Ghawalina Building - 5th Floor, Doha

  • Website:

    www.siemens-energy.com

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  • Tel:

    +974 44560200

  • PO Box:

    21757

  • Address:

    5th Floor, Jaidah Square, Al Matar Street, Doha

  • Website:

    www.siemens.com/qatar

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  • Tel:

    0097433911986

  • Fax:

    0097444026228

  • Email:

    alaa.jaballi@alibinali.com

  • PO Box:

    75

  • Address:

    ABA TOWER. OLD AIRPORT ROAD, Doha

  • Website:

    www.alibinali.com

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  • Tel:

    0097450643881

  • Fax:

    0000000000000000

  • Email:

    fsousa@talabat.com

  • Address:

    Palm Tower 48th Floor 4806, Doha

  • Website:

    talabat.com

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  • Tel:

    +974 44475865

  • Fax:

    +974 44475769

  • PO Box:

    22547

  • Address:

    Bldg. 5, Street No. 1,Industrial Area,, Doha

  • Website:

    www.thelookcompany.qa

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  • Tel:

    +974 44730195

  • PO Box:

    24164

  • Address:

    Floor 4, Building I14, Msheireb Downtown, Doha, Doha

  • Website:

    www.volkswagenag.com

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Membership Benefits

The GBCQs membership is growing since its foundation, however we are welcoming new members in order to increase and improve the scope of our activities, i.e. GBCQ is closely cooperating with the German Industry and Commerce Office Qatar (AHK).

QAR 4,000 / YearQAR 1,000 for every additional associate
  • General advocacy support
  • Access to all country- and industry-specific updates
  • Access to most Council events
  • Subscriptions to the latest news and market information about Germany, Qatar and the region through the GBCQ and AHK website (GBCQ Newsletter, Majlis Magazine, business and legal publications, market studies and surveys)
  • Invitations to GBCQ sponsored conferences and events
  • Right to introduce your company at the monthly members' meetings
  • Listing of your company details on the GBCQ website and in the Corporate Members' Directory
  • Voting right at the Annual General Assembly
  • Possibility to send e-mail blasts to the GBCQ database (2x/year)
  • Membership Card that entitles the corporate member to exclusive discounts on numerous F&B outlets, hotels etc. in Doha
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QAR 20,000 / Year
  • All benefits of Corporate Membership
  • Plus customised support
  • Plus widely extended access and visibility
  • Providing intelligence catered to your company’s needs
  • Setting up meetings with key policy makers/influencers through the network of the German Industry and Commerce Office Qatar (AHK)
  • Access to intimate events with government
  • Media coverage
  • Full-page ad in GBCQ Members‘ Directory published every year
  • Complimentary attendance of all GBCQ and AHK events for two company representatives (priority seating)
  • Possibility to speak at GBCQ events
  • One dedicated VIP table for 4 representatives at special GBCQ events (e.g. AHK/GBCQ Christmas Dinner)

Furthermore, your roll-up will be placed at all Council events and your logo will appear:

  • on the GBCQ website with a direct link to your website
  • on the GBCQ quarterly newsletter
  • in our e-mail signatures with a direct link to your website
  • in our e-mail invitations to Council events
  • on all name badges at all Council events
  • on a dedicated signboard at the AHK/GBCQ office
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QAR 1,000 / Year
  • Inclusion of name in private members’ list in the online members’ directory
  • Invitation to GBCQ monthly meetings
  • Invitation to regular and special events
  • Voting right at the Annual General Member’s Assembly
  • Membership card that entitles the corporate member to exclusive discounts on numerous F&B outlets, hotels etc. in Doha
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