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About ORCA

A privately-owned medical trade company dedicated to bringing quality healthcare to the people of Iraq and the Kurdistan Region.

Who we are

Two locations, one mission

ORCA Scientific Drug Bureau is the headquarter office of ORCA — one of the subsidiaries of the parent company, the Nasri Group of Companies in Iraq. Based in Baghdad, it is a privately-owned medical trade company with primary services in the commercialization and marketing of pharmaceutical products, para-pharmaceutical products and medical supplies and devices.

ORCA Medicare LTD. is the second main location of ORCA, a privately-owned medical trade company in Erbil, Kurdistan, offering the same services. ORCA's current focus is on the market of Iraq, including the Kurdistan Regional Government (KRG).

ORCA warehouse operations
Part of something bigger

A member of the Nasri Group of Companies (NGC)

ORCA is one of the Nasri Group of Companies LTD. (NGC) — an Iraqi holding group founded in the mid-1980s that focuses on Development & Construction (residential & commercial), Hospitality, Industrial projects, Project Management and General Trading.

Quality

Like all NGC activities, ORCA's pharmaceutical business is known for quality above all.

Efficiency

Diversified operations, run efficiently across every sector NGC serves.

Credibility

A reputation for dedication, commitment and trustworthy service in the region.

Brief History

The vision of three brothers

ORCA Scientific Drug Bureau and ORCA Medicare LTD. were established by the Nasri Group of Companies — the outcome of the passionate vision and commitment of Eng. Nizar Nasri, Dr. Nameer Nasri and Eng. Ramiz Nasri.

MID-1980s

The founding of NGC

The Nasri Group is founded in Iraq, with initial activities focused on the import and export of construction materials and general trade for the Iraqi market.

1990

Expansion to the globe

NGC moves its relevant headquarters from Baghdad to Turkey, expanding trade to Ex-CIS countries, Eastern Europe, Africa, South America and the Middle East — the beginning of NGC as an integrated group specializing in marketing and sales.

GROWTH

Strategic partnerships

Through partnerships with international corporations, local companies and investors, NGC grows to encompass real-estate investment & construction (residential and commercial), hospitality and industrial sectors.

TODAY

ORCA across Iraq

NGC includes numerous companies doing business throughout Iraq and the globe — with ORCA Medicare LTD. and ORCA Scientific Bureau serving healthcare nationwide.

The NGC family

Diversified companies serving the whole of Iraq

Beyond ORCA Medicare LTD. and ORCA Scientific Bureau, the specialized companies held by NGC include:

Al Hayat for Soft Drinks — Pepsi Cola Plant, Erbil

Al Shahbender for Shopping Centers

Al Safeen Marble Factory

Downtown Erbil for Commercial Investment Ltd.

Dream City for Real Estate Investment Ltd.

Erbil International Hotel

European Tobacco Inc.

Khanzad Hotel & Resort

Sumer for Real Estate & Tourism Investment

Baghdad Ishtar Hotel (Ex-Sheraton)

Basra International Hotel

Nineveh Oberoi Hotel

Swiss Time

Union InterOcean Ltd.

Business Strategy

Mission, vision & values

Our Mission

To provide healthcare services of the highest international standards and bring the people of Iraq quality care that saves and improves lives — optimizing the distribution of pharmaceutical products smoothly and professionally, working strategically with channel partners so patients always have access to medicines.

Our Vision

To continue to innovate and expand our services and quality of care, becoming the healthcare provider of choice in Iraq. We intend to establish Iraq as a world-class destination for medical products by offering excellent quality and superior value.

Our Values

  • International standards of professionalism
  • Passionate and compassionate care
  • Integrity and accountability
  • Teamwork
  • Diversity
  • Active contribution to our community

Explore how ORCA reaches every zone

Discover the team, warehouses and distribution network that keep medicines moving across Iraq and Kurdistan.