About Us
Jashanmal Group's retail operations span over 150 stores in the UAE, Kuwait, Bahrain, Oman, and India.
GROUP OVERVIEW
Since 1919, Jashanmal has been a household name and a reliable partner for international fashion, footwear, home appliances, travel gear and publishing companies seeking to do business in the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries.
The group's retail operations span over 150 stores in the UAE, Kuwait, Bahrain and Oman, and India. Our distribution network extends to more than 1,000 outlets.
In 2019, Jashanmal relaunched its brand and integrated in-store technology to create a better and seamless customer experience. Aside from revamping the retail website, Jashanmal reopened one of its stores replete with tablets and touch screens for an elevated and immersive digital experience. Sales associates and customers alike are now able to access product catalogues online and in-store.
Supported by a proprietary logistics network that manages freight-forwarding, warehousing, regional and international supply chains, the group is an equity partner in a number of regional joint ventures and actively seeks partnerships with firms looking for market-entry into the areas it operates in.
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Vast distribution operations of over 1,000 points of sale with products ranging from luggage to home appliances, corporate gifts, perfumes and cosmetics to consumer electronics and print media. Key clients include business groups, Duty Free operators, supermarkets, hypermarkets, and department stores.
Jashanmal is headquartered in Dubai with offices in Abu Dhabi, Kuwait, Bahrain, Oman, Qatar, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and India.
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Group President's Message
"In 1919 my grandfather, Rao Sahib Jashanmal, founded the business with a single general store in Basra, Iraq to service clients working in the burgeoning oil industry. The expansion of the oil industry across the GCC drove our own growth and by the 1960s we were present in all the markets that we operate in today.
100 years on we are closely working with international business partners in the premium and luxury sectors to help build brands in the GCC region through our own retail operations and our extensive distribution and wholesale network. Our long-term partnerships with brands indicate our commitment to developing and implementing strategies that are mutually beneficial.
We have embarked on an expansion and refurbishment plan of our department stores and bookstores that incorporate the latest retail innovations. Our distribution business continues to be updated in conjunction with key retail partners in the region.
I thank our valuable clients for entrusting their faith and confidence in us and am looking forward to their continuous support to keep "Moving Ahead".
Sincerely,
Tony Jashanmal, Group President
Group CEO's Message
When passion fuels ambitions, incredible things become a reality.
It is with great pride and gratitude that I share this message as the Group Chief Executive Officer of Jashanmal Group, a company with a rich legacy founded by my grandfather in 1919. For over 100 years, we have been privileged to be a part of your lives, and my role today is to ensure we continue to serve you with the same commitment to excellence that has defined us for generations.
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At Jashanmal, we are more than a company; we are a community—passionate about transforming the ordinary into the extraordinary for our customers and enriching their quality of life. As we embrace the future, our goal is clear: to remain your trusted partner, delivering exceptional value, quality, and innovation across everything we do.
Over the years, we’ve undergone transformative growth to better serve you:
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A larger, more diverse team: We’ve quadrupled our workforce, fostering inclusivity and gender balance.
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Regional expansion: We’ve brought new brands into our portfolio, ensuring a wider array of choices tailored to your needs and entered new markets.
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Digital innovation: By expanding our e-commerce capabilities, we’ve made it easier than ever to connect with and serve you.
Yet, while we’ve evolved, one thing remains constant: Jashanmal’s unwavering dedication to being a trusted household name across the GCC. Our core values—Passion for Excellence, Customer Focus, Leadership by Example, Employee Centricity, and Integrity and Transparency—continue to guide us in every interaction.
Looking ahead, we are deeply committed to accelerating our growth strategy while staying true to our promise of delivering exceptional experiences for our customers. We aim to empower communities, foster innovation, and create lasting positive change in the lives we touch.
I am truly excited about this journey and wholeheartedly believe that the best of Jashanmal is yet to come—for you, our valued customers, and for the communities we proudly serve.
Thank you for being an integral part of our story. Together, we will continue to achieve extraordinary things.
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Sincerely,
Shuja Jashanmal, Group CEO
OUR BRAND
As the first department store chain in the Middle East, Jashanmal Group has begun an exciting new chapter after 100 years of unrivalled expertise.
Our customers and the valued relationships we have with them, are at the very heart of the decisions we make as a business. The dedication to curating quality products and experiences that are unique but relevant for everyone, is in our lifeblood – we call it ‘passion with purpose’. It means that we have a genuine passion for sourcing and curation of high-quality products for our customers, right down to the last detail, carrying this through to the after sales service.
In addition to the extensive collection of international premium brands we partner with, we continue to build our portfolio of exclusive labels that reflect anticipated trends and echo our ethos – helping to ensure we remain incomparable as a retail destination.
We care about how our customers live as much as for the products they live with; we care about the stories the products tell and the stories of how our customers live with the products we help them choose.
Rao Saheb Jashanmal Jhangiani opened the first Jashanmal store in Basra Iraq
1919
1934
Steps into Kuwait to expand through the GCC on the path of oil discovery, by establishing contemporary stores
Enters Bahrain and today the presence spans both Jashanmal and franchisee stores
1935
1956
High-end retail came to Dubai with its first store in Deira
Marks a beginning in Abu Dhabi
1964
2001
First foray into India to spread the network wider market branded consumer goods
Celebrates 100 years of success in the retail business. Jashanmal unveils a new concept store - catering to digital-savvy shopper
Jashanmal store revamps its online platform
2019
2020
Jashanmal launches its e-commerce platforms in UAE
Jashanmal Group revamp its corporate website
The opening of our first flagship store in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia- Dhahran.
2021
2022
Our entry into Oman is marked by the launch of our department store in Mall
of Oman