DxB Auto Investments, a subsidiary of a Dubai-based investment company owned by His Excellency Saeed Mohamed Al Ghandi, has completed the acquisition of a major part of Harwood Group’s dealer division.
The group said it plans to establish a “significant retail presence in the UK” focused on premium, luxury and super-luxury brands.
The deal was flagged up in September 2025. The transaction comprises the Jaguar Land Rover division and BMW, Mini, and Volvo authorised repairer operations in addition to bodyshops in Crawley and Southamption.
The transaction marks the first step in DxB’s ambition to build a global automotive business with turnover exceeding $3bnn.
Operating under the Southeast Motors brand in the UK, DxB brings a strong track record in managing leading automotive businesses internationally. The company intends to establish a significant retail presence in the UK, focused on premium, luxury, and super-luxury brands.
Completion of the acquisition took place at the end of February with the existing dealership teams remaining in place.
The UK dealership teams will be supplemented with experienced Harwoods head office staff and supported by DxB’s global leadership, combining local expertise with international scale to deliver exceptional service and long-term growth.
Mark Jenkins, CEO of Southeast Motors, said: “We are delighted to make Harwoods the first of our investments in the UK. We are especially proud that this first acquisition is with Jaguar Land Rover, a marque that embodies the quality and prestige we are committed to.
The UK is an ideal market for our expansion, and this acquisition aligns perfectly with our strategy of building a strong presence in the premium and luxury segment.”
Mike Jones, Strategic Advisor to DxB, said: “DxB brings exciting new investment to the UK automotive sector. Their focus on premium and luxury brands will create strong opportunities for growth, and I am confident this is just the beginning of a successful long-term presence in the market as we work to create a sizeable UK retail group.”
