About:
The Lakson Group is founded in 1954 and is one of Pakistan’s leading business conglomerates, headquartered in Karachi, Sindh. Established by Sultan Ali Lakhani and Iqbal Ali Lakhani, the group operates across diverse industries, making a significant impact on the country’s economy.
Diverse Portfolio:
The Lakson Group owns and manages a variety of businesses, ranging from media and technology to manufacturing and financial services. Key subsidiaries include:
- Media: Century Publications (publisher of TheExpress Tribune and Daily Express), Express News, Express Entertainment, and the now-closed Express 24/7.
- Technology: Cybernet, StormFiber, Sybrid, and Ice Animations.
- Consumer Goods: Colgate-Palmolive Pakistan and Ajinomoto Lakson Pakistan.
- Manufacturing: Century Paper and Board Mills Limited and Merit Packaging Limited.
- Financial Services: Century Insurance and Lakson Investments Limited.
- Other Ventures: Fly Jinnah (a low-cost airline in partnership with Air Arabia), McDonald’s Pakistan, and Princeton Travels.
Innovation and Growth:
The group has embraced innovation with ventures like NayaPay, a digital wallet and payment system, and Ice Animations, specializing in VFX and animation. Its telecom and internet services, offered through Cybernet and StormFiber, play a vital role in Pakistan’s digital infrastructure.
Legacy and Leadership:
Over the decades, the Lakson Group has grown under the leadership of its chairman, Iqbal Ali Lakhani. It remains committed to delivering quality services and fostering growth across Pakistan.
Commitment to Excellence:
With a history spanning 70 years, the Lakson Group continues to lead in diverse sectors, setting high standards and contributing to Pakistan’s economic development.
