Jeena & Company, one of India’s oldest and largest logistics and freight forwarding firms, marked its 125th anniversary with a grand gala that brought together five generations of leadership, long-standing global partners, and employees whose loyalty reflects the company’s enduring legacy.
From its humble beginnings in 1900 as a single-office operation, Jeena has evolved into a global logistics powerhouse. The celebration not only honoured its remarkable journey but also set the tone for its ambitious vision for the next 125 years.
The event highlighted the company’s strong relationships, including a client partnership in Germany that has spanned over four decades. A testament to its people-first culture, more than 25% of Jeena’s workforce has served the organisation for over 15 years.
“As we celebrate 125 years of Jeena, we continue to honour our legacy of service excellence built on passion, integrity, and generations of trust,” said Sam Katgara, Partner at Jeena & Company. “We have remained guided by our values, standing firm not to be the biggest, but to be the best.”
With the fifth-generation leaders — Ayesha, Nari and Jeh Katgara — stepping into leadership roles, Jeena is combining heritage with innovation. The company is accelerating major transformation initiatives by partnering with global technology leaders to digitise operations and enhance customer experience.
Chief Executive Officer Prediman Koul said, “Very few companies have the privilege of such a legacy, and even fewer get the opportunity to transform themselves for the next century — Jeena is proud to be among them. As we raise a toast to the future, we look forward to delivering excellence, embracing digital transformation, and building more sustainable logistics solutions.”
Jeena has already made history as India’s first freight forwarder to shift from paper-based documentation to fully digital operations. As it steps into its next century, the company aims to set new benchmarks in innovation, sustainability, and global logistics.
Voices of the Fifth Generation
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Ayesha Katgara, Head – Transformation Office: “This milestone is not just a reflection of our past, but a commitment to the future. With technology, digital transformation, and our people at the core, we are shaping a future that is agile, innovative, and global.”
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Nari Katgara: “At Jeena, we do not measure headcount; we measure heart count. With fresh ideas and bold ambitions, we are committed to carrying this story forward for the next 150 years and beyond.”
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Jeh Katgara: “As we lead Jeena into its next chapter, we feel both the weight of responsibility and the excitement of possibility. Every successful business is built on contributions from all levels and the values laid at the beginning.”
With 125 years of trust, service excellence, and innovation behind it, Jeena & Company is charting a bold path forward — poised to redefine the future of global logistics for generations to come.
