The Kanoo Group Chairman Mishal Kanoo Hosts Beloved Ramadan Tradition
The Kanoo Group IFTAR TRADITION GROWS STRONGER as Chairman Mishal Kanoo, together with his son Hamed, welcomed the entire organization to break fast with him at JW Marriott Marquis Dubai in our most meaningful company gathering this Ramadan on March 14, 2025.
The Kanoo family - from leadership to frontline staff - gathered around the same table, sharing stories, breaking bread, and strengthening the connections that have sustained The Kanoo Group strong as ever for decades.
In the spirit of the UAE's "Year of Community" initiative, The Kanoo Group's Iftar embodies what it truly means to come together hand in hand - regardless of position, department, or background.
For this one beautiful evening, hundreds of colleagues became family, united by respect, gratitude, and the shared values that have defined The Kanoo Group for generations. We believe strong relationships are the foundation of success, and Ramadan is the perfect time to connect, reflect, and share moments beyond business.
A Message of Unity from Our Chairman
On the morning of this awaited annual Iftar, Chairman Mishal Kanoo shared a heartfelt Ramadan message that set the tone for the evening's gathering. In his address, he reminded us that The Kanoo Group's legacy is built not just on business achievements but on positive community impact.
The Chairman emphasized how perfectly this Ramadan aligns with the UAE's "Year of Community" initiative declared by His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan under the slogan "Hand in Hand." He called on every member of the Kanoo family to reflect on how we can strengthen our commitment to community service, both within our organization and beyond.
"Each face among us tells a different story," noted the Chairman, celebrating the beautiful blend of long-serving loyal employees and those bringing fresh perspectives. This diversity of experience, he explained, is what makes our company truly special and resilient through challenges.
His message culminated in a powerful reminder that our individual contributions, both large and small, weave together to create the fabric of our shared success and social impact. This inspirational address reinforced that at The Kanoo Group, we are more than colleagues – we are a community united in purpose and values.
A Night to Remember
This gathering truly captured the spirit of togetherness in Ramadan. This has been possible because of the full support of Miss Maha Kanoo, Director - Yusuf bin Ahmed Kanoo (Holdings) BSC, Director – The Kanoo Group, UAE & Oman, and the Head of the Marketing Department, who approved and continues to involve and provide her support for the event.
The event was attended by key people of the company including:
- John Drinkwater (Chief Executive Officer of Kanoo Shipping)
- Raman Marwaha (GM-UAE & Oman of Kanoo Energy)
- Aubrey Heldt (GM - Kanoo Travel)
- Chhaya Mohan (Chief Operating Officer - Kanoo Travel)
- Krish Venkatesan (GM - H.A.K. Industrial Chemicals)
- Ram Mahajan (PERKINS Regional Business Head - Gulf Region - Kanoo Machinery)
- Mahmood Mian (Business Development Manager)
- Mohammad Tariq (HR & Administration)
- Samuiel Salah (Deputy General Manager - BRC Arabia)
- Dinesh Hegde (Sr. Finance Manager - Corporate Finance)
- Hassan Madani (Corporate Social Responsibility Manager)
- Issam Al Zammer (Procurement Manager - UAE & Oman)
- Kevin Neogy & Khalid Nejmi (Digital Transformation)
- Akram Murshed (Senior Manager - Public Relations Dept. & Transport Dept. – UAE)
- Victor Jaurigue (Manager - QHSE Department)
- Ali Islim (Marketing Manager) with his team who oversaw the wonderful and successful event
Special Guest of Honor
We were honored with the presence of the Grand Mufti of Poland and Head of the Supreme Council of the Muslim Religious Association, Tomasz Miskiewicz, who was The Kanoo Group's distinguished guest for the evening.
A heartfelt thank you to everyone who joined and made this evening special. Moments like these remind us that beyond business, it's the people, the connections, and the culture that truly define us.
