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To be the most sought-after logistics services provider in the Middle East

Founded in 2006 in Qatar, Paragon Shipping & Logistics W.L.L. [PSL] is one of the fastest growing shipping and logistics services companies in the Middle East today. PSL provides a wide range of services, spanning from freight forwarding to Third-Party Logistics [3PL], to its loyal clientele largely comprising of MINCs and large corporate houses in the Region.

The 9001:2008 certified PSL has its principal market in Qatar, and has achieved significant growth in leading economies of the region [KSA, Bahrain and UAE] over the past few years.

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ANUP NAMBIAR

Managing Director

With Masters in Computer Science,12 years in Database Management, Anup started up PARAGON in 2006 in Qatar from scratch with four staff members and immediately embarked on transportation services for small and large freight forwarders. However, the arrogance of freight forwarders towards transporters fuelled his urge to start the freight forwarding business that surpassed the continuous challenges faced and grew into what PARAGON Shipping & Logistics is today.

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SUMIT S VARMA

Director - Freight

Sumit has over 20 years of experience in the areas of Integrated Logistics having worked for Indian as well as multinational LSPs in key senior management roles.He cofounded LORDS- an integrated logistics organization in 2011 which is now a subsidiary of Mahindra Logistics Limited.He has vast teaching and training experience of more than a decade and has remained honorary faculty for many management institutions in Mumbai.

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SUJIT SUDHIR VARMA

CEO

A Logistician with more than 25 years of experience in Supply Chain IT, Supply Chain Consultancy, Logistics Execution and Product Management. Launched two major brands of 3PLs in Asia Pacific and pioneered the set-up of Logistics Education Institution in India. Sujith anchors the re-engineering projects at Paragon, ensuring the smooth transition of the institution to a Supply Chain Integration company.

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AJITH KUMAR

Country Head UAE

A seasoned professional in the logistics/shipping industry with over 2 decades of experience and in-depth knowledge of India & Middle East markets, Ajith started his career after his MBA graduation and subsequent accreditation of IATA / FIATA in 1995. A team leader with proven track record, he has vast experience in Freight & Logistics Management, Process & Policy Management and Sales Development. Ajith currently heads up the UAE region.

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UNNI KRISHNA

Country Head KSA/BAHRAIN

Unni is a dedicated professional with 16+ years of functional experience both in the international and national arena. He specializes in high-level management and marketing activities with excellent contacts in the shipping industry. Unni’s strategic approach to freight forwarders and transporters has helped to transform PARAGON SHIPPING & LOGISTICS into what it is today. He currently heads up KSA & Bahrain.

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LIYAKATH ALI

Finance Manager

Liyakath is a finance person widely recognized for his capabilities that he has demonstrated throughout his career in strategic planning and implementation. He is a young and energetic professional with great financial acumen that has helped him excel in his career. Liyakath currently heads up the Finance Team as Corporate Finance Manager to ensure consistent visibility and leadership, team motivation and productivity through respect and leveraged human capital.