A Life Built on Ambition
From the coastal town of Padubidri in Karnataka, Mohammad Arshad Abdul Rehman carried a quiet determination that would take him across continents and into the world of international business.
Padubidri, Karnataka
Roots in Padubidri
Arshad was born and raised in Padubidri, a small coastal town in the Udupi district of Karnataka, India — a place known for its close-knit community, strong values, and the sea that stretches endlessly to the horizon.
Growing up in Padubidri shaped Arshad's character: grounded, hardworking, and deeply connected to family. These roots remain central to who he is, no matter how far his work has taken him.
He is a devoted family man — married with children — and carries the values of his hometown into every business decision he makes.
The Career Journey
At 21, Arshad took his first step into the professional world. What followed was a decade of learning, resilience, and relentless growth.
First Steps
At 21 years old, Arshad began his professional career, leaving Padubidri to seek opportunity in the Gulf. It was the beginning of a journey that would define the next decade of his life.
A Decade of Experience
Over ten years, Arshad built deep expertise across equipment, contracting, and operations in Saudi Arabia. He learned the industry from the ground up — understanding every layer of how large-scale projects are delivered.
Founding Prospect International
Armed with a decade of experience and a clear vision, Arshad founded Prospect International in Jubail, Saudi Arabia. The company was built to deliver equipment rental, manpower supply, civil contracting, transportation and maintenance services.
CEO & Entrepreneur
Today, Arshad leads two companies — Prospect International and IHTIMAL Company for General Contracting — with operations spanning Saudi Arabia, India and Bahrain. His journey from Padubidri to the Gulf stands as a testament to what determination can build.
What Drives Him
Family First
Every decision is made with family in mind — the family he came from in Padubidri, and the family he is building for the future.
Earned, Not Given
Arshad built everything through work. No shortcuts, no inheritance — just a decade of showing up and delivering.
Community Roots
Padubidri is not just a hometown — it is an identity. Arshad carries pride in his origins and hopes his journey inspires others from the same community.
Long-Term Vision
Building companies that last. Arshad thinks in decades, not quarters — investing in people, equipment and relationships that compound over time.
"I started with nothing but the will to work. Everything else followed."
— Mohammad Arshad Abdul Rehman
Explore the businesses Arshad has built.
Prospect International and IHTIMAL Company — two companies, one vision.