In 1948, Mr. Abdus Samad established Samad Rubber Works (SRW), formerly known as Pakistan Rubber Industries. It was the first company to set up a state-of-the-art latex foam manufacturing unit and manufacture rubber hoses.

Coming from a background of education, Mr. Abdus Samad educated himself on the basics of rubber material, which marked the inception of his journey in the rubber industry, where he would go on to become a trailblazer in rubber innovation.

In 1951-53, building upon the foundation laid in 1948, Mr. Abdus Samad initiated rubber hose production for the first time in Pakistan, marking a significant stride in his journey of pioneering industrial and commercial rubber products.

Being the pioneer in the rubber industry, the journey did not stop there. Mr. Abdus Samad expanded his entrepreneurial endeavors by establishing a shoe manufacturing unit.

This bold move marked a significant diversification from rubber production and saw the pioneering of leather upper and sole production.

During this period, Samad Group ventured into developing one of the most intricate items to be produced, Japanese Geisha dolls. These ornamental dolls were exported to Japan, reflecting the company’s strive towards attention to detail, dedication, and creativity, and marked the first step towards international trade.

In 1965, Samad Group embarked on a transformative initiative by establishing a free dispensary within its office premises, extending essential healthcare services not only to its employees but also to the surrounding community.

The dawn of Samad Rubber Works & Samad Adhesives heralded a transformative era, unveiling a revolutionary contact-based adhesive - Samad Bond that quickly became a household staple.

Samad Group arose yet again as a pioneer in indigenously developing high-performance, customized items meeting the immaculate needs of the Pakistan Defense Forces. From the development of Pontoon float bridges to crafting high-performance inflatables with rubber-coated technical fabrics and personal load-carrying equipment, they played a crucial role in providing strategic infrastructure support.

Samad Group realized the application of inflatables in the realm of sports and adventures as well and hence witnessed a diversification into the magnitude of sports and adventure equipment.

Being a pioneer in the rubber industry, Mr. Abdul Samad didn’t stop there. In the 1950s, he expanded his entrepreneurial journey by establishing a shoe manufacturing unit equipped with state-of-the-art imported technology.

This bold move marked a significant diversification from rubber production and led to the pioneering of rubber sole production, setting new standards in the industry.

Samad Apparel made a bold entrance, establishing itself as a comprehensive vertical operation for denim and twill-woven garments.

From cutting-edge designs to meticulous packing, we redefined the fashion landscape, embodying a commitment to precision, style, and innovation in local and international markets.

Samad Outerwear carved a new narrative with the introduction of a range of garments including skiwear, puffers, and more, designed to defy extreme temperatures with ethically sourced materials, cutting-edge machinery, and technical mastery.


This chapter signifies our unwavering commitment to merging style with resilience, offering outerwear that embodies both comfort and exceptional durability.