History & Legacy

With a rich history spanning more than a century, Brother has grown from its humble beginnings into the diversified multinational corporation it is today. While its technology and business activities have evolved over time, a foundation of strong leadership and product innovation has remained constant throughout. These qualities remain important today as they were in 1908.

1991

Brother sets up its Gulf office

Brother International (Gulf) Corporation is established in Jebel Ali Freezone, United Arab Emirates.

1994

Local distribution of office solutions

Brother Gulf begins local distribution of office solutions.

1995

First to launch Laser Mult-Function Centre (MFC)

Brother is the first to launch the Laser Multi-Function Centre (MFC).

1996

Brother International (Gulf) FZE is established

Brother International (Gulf) Corporation is converted to an independent free zone company under the name of Brother International (Gulf) FZE.

1998

President’s Award for Sales & Marketing - FY1997

Brother Gulf received the President’s Award for Sales and Marketing for FY1997.

2001

President Award for Sales & Marketing - FY2001

Brother Gulf received the President’s Award for Sales and Marketing for FY2001.

2008

Launch of world’s first A3 Inkjet Multi-Function Centres

Brother introduced the World’s first A3 Inkjet Multi-Function Centres (named Professional Series)

2009

Brother Turkey is established

Brother Gulf established its first Branch office in Turkey.

2016

Brother Gulf Turns 25

Brother Gulf celebrates its Silver Jubilee 25th Anniversary.

2019

Brother Gulf is taking part in the Expo 2020 Dubai

Brother Cosponsors Japan Pavilion at The Expo 2020 Dubai.