Since establishing their first business in undivided India in 1849, the Jaffer family name has not only been synonymous with trust, ethics and integrity but also reflective of perseverance, dedication and commitment in each of the geographies where the family’s companies operated. Despite various setbacks and challenges, upholding these values remained a motivating factor for the four generations of Jaffer’s who have shaped the company’s direction not only in Pakistan but also globally since 1949.
Indeed, as a part of the ethos of our sponsors, these values transcend commercial objectives and are reflected in the family’s monumental contributions in the struggle for the Independence of Pakistan, their resilience in addressing the economic hardships of nationalization, and in their uncompromising efforts to provide products and services that contribute to national development, whilst also positioning the company for international expansion and building a legacy for the future.
With over 171 years of entrepreneurial experience, and the demonstrated ability to succeed and adapt under challenging operating conditions, the company has successfully fostered the transfer of knowledge and skills amongst its independent business units. At J Holdings we value our long and vibrant history. We recognize that our most important historical attribute is our commitment to a tradition of innovation and advancement, which helps explain why, after sixty years, we continue to remain at the forefront of Pakistani trade by continuously expanding our portfolio of activities, thereby ensuring uninterrupted growth for an even richer history in the future.
A JOURNEY THROUGH TIME
1949
Jaffer Group was Incorporated.
1960
Developed diverse manufacturing interests.
1970’s
Supplied helicopters to various governmental clients.
1980’s
Supplied transmission equipment, rail tracks, and aviation products to public sector companies.
1990’s
Participated in various infrastructure development projects including the setup of Pakistan’s largest run of the river plant at Ghazi Barotha.
1990’s
Capital Dredging for one of Pakistan’s major port authorities.
2000’s
Helped modernize security printing industry by supplying machine readable passport manufacturing equipment and security paper mill.
2012
AJCL Private Limited was incorporated as a separate business entity, building upon the legacy of Jaffer group.
2017
Established J Holdings and setup a group holding structure to unify all diverse businesses.
2017
Entered into logistics business as a means of adding value along the supply chain.
2018
Established overseas subsidiary to expand global footprint.
2019
Setup commodities trading subsidiary to supply from farm gate to consumer doorstep globally.
2019
Setup aviation subsidiary to develop best practices and to supply parts and services globally.