Owned by Access Industries, Clal Industries is one of Israel’s leading investment groups; it owns and manages a diversified portfolio that encompasses leading industrial, technology, biotech and retail companies. The company is engaged, directly and through its subsidiaries, acquisition, development and enhancement of portfolio companies in various sectors, including real estate and energy. Its main holdings include Nesher (Israel's cement producer), Mashav Energy (operator of one of Israel's first privately-owned power plants), CBI (the largest life sciences holding company in Israel), and Golf Group (one of Israel's largest retail companies).