01Traffic Safety
Slemani Traffic Signals
Sulaymaniyah, Iraq
Installation of pedestrian and intersection traffic signals throughout Slemani City, improving safety and traffic flow across key junctions in the region's largest urban center.
Whar Group
Engineering the systems that keep regions moving.
From traffic infrastructure and contracting to manufacturing and freight, Whar Group combines deep regional knowledge with international standards of quality and safety — serving as a single, accountable partner across the full project lifecycle.
Company Introduction
Engineering, infrastructure, and logistics — delivered through one trusted partner.
Established in 2007 and headquartered in Sulaymaniyah, Whar Group has expanded its presence with offices across Iraq, United Kingdom, and United States of America, combining specialist companies, in-house production, and international partnerships to deliver complex work through a single trusted relationship.
The result is a practical operating model: local knowledge, direct control over critical materials, and consistent quality from planning through maintenance.
2007
Authorized by the Ministry of Commerce
12+
Regional infrastructure & traffic safety projects
6
Specialist companies within the group
2
In-house manufacturing plants — paint & guardrail
About Whar Group
A regional infrastructure group designed for long-term delivery.
Whar Group is a premier international provider of engineering, infrastructure, construction, manufacturing, and integrated logistics solutions. Our structure brings contracting, traffic engineering, manufacturing, and logistics together without losing specialist accountability.
2007
Officially authorized by the Ministry of Commerce as Whar Trading and Contracting.
2008
The present group model is established, bringing specialist companies together under one operating standard.
Today
A regional group headquartered in Sulaymaniyah, Iraq, with offices in Erbil, Kirkuk and Baghdad, and international branches in the United Kingdom and the United States of America.
Mission
To deliver integrated engineering, contracting, manufacturing, and logistics solutions through one trusted point of contact — while upholding the company's values of Honesty, Trust, and Loyalty.
Vision
To become one of the strongest regional providers of world-class infrastructure and logistics solutions through quality, innovation, and long-term partnerships.
What guides every project
Honesty, Trust, Loyalty
The company motto and the standard every relationship — client, partner, or subcontractor — is built on.
Customer-Centered
Every engagement is structured around the client's outcome, not around a standard package of services.
Continuous Improvement
Processes, equipment, and technical standards are reviewed and upgraded as the business grows.
Compliance & Quality
Formal quality, safety, and ethical standards are applied consistently across every project and market.
Group companies
Whar Trading
Original group company specializing in general trading and logistics supply.
Whar Contracting
Dedicated construction and civil engineering company delivering infrastructure, street layout and building projects.
Dararash
Specialist company focused on general contracting and large-scale enterprise projects.
Mars
Specialist company providing industrial and infrastructure support services.
Mehraban
Specialist company delivering traffic safety and road infrastructure projects.
Kavar
Integrated engineering and contracting company supporting infrastructure development.
Services
Specialist disciplines, coordinated through one accountable partner.
Whar Group supports projects from construction and traffic infrastructure through freight, customs, warehousing, oilfield logistics, and in-house manufacturing.
01
Contracting & Construction
Large-scale construction and contracting delivery spanning street paving, fuel station development, and specialized facility projects — engineered and built in-house.
02
Traffic Infrastructure & Safety
The group's core infrastructure discipline — from junction and pedestrian signal installation to guardrail systems, street layout planning, and Variable Message Sign deployment for live traffic monitoring.
03
Freight Forwarding
Comprehensive freight across all three modes, tracked in real time from origin to destination — built for the pace and documentation requirements of the Iraq market.
04
Logistics
Logistics planning that moves material where a project actually needs it, when it needs it — coordinated distribution rather than point-to-point shipping.
05
Warehousing
Storage and 3PL warehousing designed around project timelines — flexible terms and open yard security options rather than generic long-term leases.
06
Customs Brokerage
Licensed brokerage that navigates import regulation and filing requirements on the client's behalf, reducing dwell time at the border and shielding project schedules from customs friction.
07
Oilfield Logistics
A leading oilfield logistics specialist in the region — fuel supply, project-specific personnel, and the field-level responsiveness that oil and gas operations require.
08
Manufacturing
Two in-house manufacturing plants — a road marking paint factory and a guardrail factory — that keep material quality and supply timelines under the group's direct control.
09
Solar-Powered Infrastructure
Design, installation and integration of solar-powered infrastructure solutions, including photovoltaic systems for traffic signals, road safety equipment and other public infrastructure requiring reliable off-grid power.
10
Engineering & Design Office
Professional engineering and design services provided by multidisciplinary civil, architectural and electrical engineering specialists, supporting infrastructure, construction and industrial development projects.
11
General Trading
Comprehensive procurement and supply of industrial equipment, construction materials, safety and protective equipment, and uniforms and tactical apparel, supporting public infrastructure, industrial and government projects through reliable sourcing and logistics.
Projects
A record of infrastructure delivered across the region.
Traffic signals, guardrails, road marking, street planning, fuel infrastructure, and specialist construction — documented as a clear project record rather than a decorative gallery.
02Traffic Safety
Koya–Erbil Road
Koya to Erbil, Iraq
Guardrail installation and traffic sign projects along external roads in the Slemani province, supporting safer travel along the Koya–Erbil route.
03Street Planning
Halabja–Darbandikhan
Halabja to Darbandikhan, Iraq
Street planning and road marking projects connecting Halabja and Darbandikhan, improving route clarity and safety along this key regional corridor.
04Street Planning
Said Sadiq–Penjwen
Said Sadiq to Penjwen, Iraq
Street layout and road marking works along the Said Sadiq–Penjwen route, delivering clearer, better-organized roadways for local and regional traffic.
05Traffic Safety
Garmyan Traffic Signals
Garmyan, Iraq
Traffic signal installation supporting the Garmyan region's road network, improving intersection safety and traffic flow across growing local communities.
06Construction
Whar Oil Station
Kurdistan Region, Iraq
Specialized building project delivering a fuel station under the group's own construction division, from site planning through full facility completion.
07Construction
Awesar Tourist Project
Kurdistan Region, Iraq
A specialized tourist facility development combining architecture, hospitality planning, and construction, showcasing the group's real estate capability.
08Construction
Ekur Market Development
Baghdad, Iraq
Construction and fit-out works for more than 20 Ekur Market branches across Baghdad, supporting the expansion of one of Iraq's leading retail chains.
09Traffic Safety
Kuran Street Project
Erbil, Iraq
Road infrastructure and traffic safety improvements along Kuran Street, including traffic management systems and supporting roadway works in Erbil.
10Traffic Safety
Kirkuk Highway Crossing
Kirkuk Highway, Iraq
Design and installation of roadway crossing systems along the Kirkuk highway corridor, improving traffic flow and pedestrian safety at key crossings.
11Infrastructure
Bus Stations
Kirkuk Highway, Iraq
Construction and installation of modern roadside bus stations along the Kirkuk highway corridor, improving comfort and access for daily commuters.
12Infrastructure
Kirkuk Highway Ducting
Kirkuk Highway, Iraq
Installation of underground utility ducting and supporting infrastructure works along the Kirkuk highway corridor, prepared for future network expansion.
Products & Manufacturing
Made in-house, so critical quality stays within the group.
Road Marking Paint Factory
Produces the materials used across Whar Group's road-layout and paving projects, keeping formulation and supply under direct control.
Guardrail Factory
Manufactures guardrail systems for external roads and highway projects, supporting predictable quality and project timelines.
Infrastructure products
Pedestrian Signals
Junction Signals
Road Marking
Speed Humps
Cat's Eyes
Delineators
Utility / Power Poles
Traffic Direction Boards
Solar Traffic Systems
Advanced technology
Variable Message Signs
Programmable roadside signage for live traffic communication and incident management.
Arm Unit Transfer
Peripheral management for field traffic-monitoring devices from a coordinated control point.
LED Traffic Signals
Energy-efficient signal heads for pedestrian and junction installations.
Solar Traffic Systems
Solar-powered signal and signage options for locations without dependable grid access.
Remote monitoredSolar-readyField-tested
Partners & Agencies
Long-term access to international traffic-safety and industrial expertise.
Exclusive and long-standing relationships connect regional clients with established manufacturers while Whar Group provides local delivery, support, and accountability.
La Semaforica
Italy
Exclusive regional proxy for traffic signal technology and junction systems.
Geveko
Denmark
Exclusive regional proxy for road marking materials and application systems.
Fijen BV
Netherlands
Exclusive regional proxy for traffic safety equipment and infrastructure hardware.
Swarco
Austria
International partnership for advanced traffic management and road safety technology.
UAZ
Russia
A 20-year history as exclusive proxy for UAZ vehicles in the region.
QHSE
Quality, safety, ethics, and environmental responsibility are conditions of work.
A concise management framework supports reliable delivery, safe sites, responsible operations, and professional trust across employees, subcontractors, partners, and clients.
A commitment to tailor-made solutions and risk-based thinking, applied to every contract regardless of scale.