The company operates through four platforms: CE-Operates, CE-Invests, CE-Ventures, and CE-Creates, across sectors that include ports and logistics, food and beverages, and business aviation.

In 2014, the group launched business incubation platform CE-Creates to develop early-stage concepts into viable ventures.

[4][5] CE-Operates is a platform that constitutes subsidiaries and affiliates in sectors such as ports and logistics, and power and engineering.

[8] In partnership with Growthgate Capital, CE-Invests has supported the development of middle-market enterprises across the MENA region.

[14] In 2013, Gulftainer acquired a 51% stake in Gulf Stevedoring Contracting Company, gaining management of three terminals in Jeddah and Jubail.

[24][25] In 2022 CE-Creates launched BreakBread, a digital platform connecting food enthusiasts, chefs, and diners.