ADS Holding, is a privately owned Abu Dhabi based company which focuses on the long-term sustainable development of commodity based industries. It was established with initial capital of US$500 million. ADS Holding is a producer, trader and marketer of commodities, managed directly and through portfolio group companies. It develops investment opportunities which deliver value added integrated solutions to the market. The company has a holistic approach to the market and aims to be the leading Middle East base commodities specialist. ADS Holding is looking to apply Abu Dhabi’s impeccable track record of disciplines growth and responsible investment, to the commodities sector as it selects and invests in opportunities. Formed in August 2010 ADS Holding has assembled an international team of highly qualified market professionals, who have developed two initial portfolio investments. In September 2010 a 40 per cent stake has been taken in Baobab Investments, which develops trade enabling infrastructure; and in March 2011 a trade and brokerage company was established, ADS Securities, which provides forex and commodities trading to a mix of regional and global customers. ADS Holding is regulated by the Central Bank UAE.