Palmon Group

About us

Established in 1974 in Mumbai, Palmon Group now has over 1,000 employees across 12 companies. Read our remarkable story and meet our team below.

One of the longest-standing companies in JAFZA.

Established in 1974 in Mumbai by Founder & Chairman Mr. Manohar Lahori, Palmon Group has grown into one of the longest-standing and most respected companies in Jafza, since relocating its head office to Dubai in 1985. Leveraging deep knowledge of the Middle East and industry-specific expertise, Palmon Group has spent the past 40 years earning numerous awards, recognition, and certificates of appreciation for its significant contributions to the UAE’s manufacturing sector.

Fueling great trade links internationally.

The turning point came in 1984 when Mr. Manohar Lahori met with H.E. Sultan Ahmed Bin Sulayem during a stopover in Dubai. Inspired by the vision of the late Sheikh Rashid Bin Saeed Al Maktoum, Mr. Lahori decided to expand his clothing manufacturing operations into the UAE. This decision aligned with Sheikh Rashid’s directive to launch companies around the Jebel Ali harbor, now known as Jafza, to strengthen global trade links. 

From strength to strength.

Since establishing Palmon Group in Dubai, the company has gone from strength to strength. Mr. Lahori has received numerous accolades, including recognition on the Forbes List of Top Indian Leaders in the Arab World, Arabian Business Top Leaders, the Indian Power List, and as one of the Top Indian Businessmen in the GCC. Today, the group has diversified its interests far beyond its original core business, specializing in asset management with a focus on logistics and warehousing, alongside its other ventures. 

Why we do what we do

Palmon is dedicated to consciously contributing and impacting the world. It all starts with the why and why we do what we do. This is because we are passionate about creating an impact that will affect the future generations of the world. We are committed to provide education and have two programs active in India, Harmony House and the Palmon Foundation.

Our values

Love

Love your stakeholders. Love your team. Love your family (business). Love what we do. We do what we love.

Respect

Respect the position. Respect the person.

Trust

Trust that everyone is doing their best with the best knowledge they have. Trust we are a team and in this together. Trust that each member of our team is working with honesty and responsibility.

Integrity

We commit to being honest and maintain strong moral principles. We commit to deal with all our stakeholders with integrity. We commit to all business activities with integrity.

Success

This means vision, stability, happiness, peace, morality, spirituality, and consciousness. When we bring all this into our being and organization. Ethics, compassion, humility, & service to humanity. 

Empathy

We think from other people’s point of view before making a decision. We share and understand the feelings of all our stakeholders.

"As I reflect on the past three decades, I am filled with immense pride and passion for the dedication, innovation, and drive that have propelled our company forward. From a single manufacturing operation, we have grown into a thriving group of companies spanning warehousing, investments, asset management, and retail. Throughout our journey, we have remained committed to our forward-looking vision, guided by strong leadership and unwavering passion.

As we move into the future, our focus is not only on making a mark in the world but also on living and leaving a lasting legacy. The second generation of leadership is now at the helm, bringing fresh perspectives and renewed energy to our mission. Together, we are determined to continue delivering groundbreaking projects and the highest quality service that define Palmon Group. We have great faith in Dubai and the UAE and are honored to benefit and contribute to its continued success."

Manohar Lahori — Chairman

Management team

Committed to thinking outside the box, Palmon’s management and leadership team ensure all employees believe in the work they are doing, becoming part of the extended Palmon Group family.

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Manohar Lahori

Founder & Chairman

Established in 1974 in Mumbai by Founder & Chairman Mr. Manohar Lahori, Palmon Group is one of the longest-standing companies in Jafza. Mixing their knowledge of the Middle East with their expertise in specific industries, over the last 35 years Palmon Group has gained numerous awards, recognition, and certificates of appreciation for its role in the growth of the manufacturing industry in the UAE.

Kunal Lahori

CEO & Vice Chairman

Kunal Lahori has a Bachelors Degree in Finance. He has over 20 years of experience in asset management where he has optimized returns and asset value through tenant relationships and creative solutions.

He has successfully turned the course of the group to greater heights through his belief to perform with perfection.

Meher Michandani

Vice Chairperson

Meher Mirchandani holds a Bachelors Degree in Marketing and is a CTI transformational and leadership coach. Meher has over 20 years of experience in managing businesses and people through culture driven approach. She successfully directs her team by inspiring and empowering them intrinsically. Meher is a thought leader and author.

Victoria Younes

Vice President | Property Management

Victoria brings 12 years of property management experience across multiple industries. Victoria served as Property Manager of Kaizen Asset Management, overseeing Trident Grand Mall, Marinascape Mall and Al Hamra Community Village. From 2016 to 2018, Victoria lead the property management for Khalid and Jamal Al Ghurair Real Estate. From 2012 to 2016, Victoria was the Client Relation Manager of Al Ghurair Group – Burjuman Centre and Reef Mall Management Office. She drives to deliver efficiency to all areas of her work.

Raunak Lahori

Vice President | Government Relations & Technology

Raunak Lahori, a seasoned professional, blends expertise in government relations and technology seamlessly. With a Masters degree in Finance as his foundation, he brings a unique perspective to the table. His journey spans years of dedicated service, honing his skills as an operations manager within the tech sector. Raunak’s astute understanding of both financial intricacies and technological advancements positions him as a key asset in navigating the intersection of policy and innovation within our company. His leadership is marked by a commitment to bridging gaps and fostering collaborations that drive sustainable growth.

Jayakumar Pillai

Financial Controller

Jayakumar has 11 years of experience in accounting and financial control across various sectors. He leads financial planning, reporting, compliance, driving efficiency and accuracy.

His focus on budgeting and strategic insight supports data-driven decisions and fiscal discipline.

Hardeep Singh

Chief Operating Officer

Hardeep brings over 15 years of experience in real estate and property management, with expertise in leasing, operations, and portfolio management.

He is focused on driving growth and operational excellence.

Ali Raza

Head of People and Purpose

Ali drives a purpose-led culture by aligning people strategies with business goals. Focused on engagement, retention, and growth, he leads talent initiatives that enhance long-term performance and foster a values-driven, high-performance environment.

Darab Shaikh

Senior Investment Analyst

Darab brings over 7 years of experience across real estate investment, acquisitions, development and portfolio management. His expertise spans investment evaluation, financial analysis and transaction execution, supporting strategic decision-making, capital deployment and portfolio optimisation.