Serving the UAE
since 1984.
Kelvin was founded in Abu Dhabi in 1984, providing catering services to the UAE’s offshore and onshore energy sectors. From these early operations, the company steadily expanded its capabilities, building a strong foundation on service reliability, operational expertise and long-term client relationships.
In 1998, Kelvin began its strategic association with Sodexo, founded in Marseille, France, in 1966 with a mission to improve quality of life and contribute to the economic, social and environmental progress of the communities it serves. The partnership brought together Kelvin’s local knowledge with Sodexo’s international expertise and service standards.
Over the decades, Sodexo | Kelvin has grown from a specialised catering provider into an integrated services organisation. Today, we bring together facilities, technical, catering, workplace and support services in coordinated operating models, designed around each client’s people, assets and operational priorities.
We proudly serve government entities, leading businesses and organisations operating in complex and demanding environments. With more than four decades of experience, we remain committed to quality, safety, innovation and service excellence, and to contributing to the continued growth and development of the UAE.
Our journey through the years.
From our beginnings in Abu Dhabi to becoming a trusted integrated services provider, our journey reflects a continuing commitment to people, performance and progress.
Our Beginning
Kelvin was established in Abu Dhabi, providing catering services to the UAE’s offshore and onshore energy sectors.
Strengthening Our Foundation
A period of operational development and business growth strengthened Kelvin’s presence in the UAE.
Strategic Association with Sodexo
Kelvin began its association with Sodexo, bringing together local experience and international capabilities.
Evolving Our Identity
The company adopted the trade name Kelvin Catering Services (Emirates) LLC.
A Unified Brand
The Sodexo | Kelvin brand identity was introduced, reflecting a shared commitment to service excellence.
Growing with the UAE
Kelvin relocated its head office to Business Avenue Tower, Abu Dhabi, supporting its evolving operations.
Expanding Our Identity
The company adopted the name Kelvin Catering Services & Facilities Management Emirates LLC.
Continuing Our Legacy
Kelvin delivers integrated food, facilities management, technical and support services across the UAE.
A proud heritage. A forward-looking future.
Our local roots, diverse workforce and integrated service capabilities help clients operate safely, efficiently and confidently. We continue to build on our heritage through innovation, responsible operations and enduring partnerships with the organisations we serve.
Today, the Sodexo | Kelvin identity reflects a balance of trusted local experience and globally recognised service standards.
Four decades of experience.
More than individual services. One coordinated operating model.
Sodexo | Kelvin brings together a broad portfolio of facility, workplace, technical and food services to support complex operating environments.
Built around
people,their values, and
service that lasts.
Quality of Life-Led Service Model
Supporting wellbeing, workplace experience, and productive environments.
Integrated Service Delivery
Coordinating multiple services through one accountable operating model.
Efficient & Sustainable Operations
Using data, resource optimisation, and continuous improvement to improve performance.
Standards embedded in how we operate.
Safety, quality, and responsible operations are fundamental to our service delivery.
Sodexo | Kelvin also applies established quality, health, safety, environmental, food-safety, and facilities-management standards across its operations.
The principles behind how we work.
Sodexo | Kelvin's values is built around three core values.
Service Spirit
Putting service at the centre of every interaction.
Team Spirit
Working together across teams, clients, and communities.
Spirit of Progress
Continuously looking for better ways to serve and operate.
Experienced leadership guiding our UAE operations.
Hassene Ben Thabet
Managing Director
Mitchell van Wyk
Finance Director
Joseph Fernando
HR Director
Neil Fair
Business Development Director
Chadi Bouchebl
Supply Chain Director
Standards that strengthen trust, quality and performance.
One coordinated approach for complex operating environments.
From infrastructure to everyday services, Sodexo | Kelvin brings multiple capabilities together through one coordinated approach.
