Ravi Jakhar appointed Group CFO & Director – Strategy at Allcargo to lead global finance and long-term growth plans.
In a major leadership realignment, Allcargo Group, the global logistics powerhouse, has elevated Ravi Jakhar to the newly combined role of Director – Strategy and Group Chief Financial Officer (CFO). This strategic move strengthens the Group’s leadership bench as it positions for the next phase of global growth.
Previously serving as the Group Chief Strategy Officer, Ravi will now oversee finance and strategic planning across all group companies, including ECU Worldwide, Allcargo Terminals, AllcargoGati, and TransIndia Real Estate. His responsibilities also extend to managing group-wide Centres of Excellence in Legal, Internal Audit, M&A, and Investor Relations.
Ravi will work in close partnership with Shashi Kiran Shetty, Founder and Chairman of Allcargo Group, to drive the Group’s long-term vision and build a robust institutional foundation. He will also continue overseeing the Latin America and Oceania businesses and various international joint ventures.
Jakhar’s tenure as strategy chief since 2020 has been marked by key initiatives in mergers, demergers, capital raising, and a pivotal leadership role in the transformation of the Latin America business, which now stands as the group’s fastest-growing region.
Chairman Shashi Kiran Shetty acknowledged Jakhar’s contributions:
“Ravi’s strategic foresight, balanced leadership, and ability to drive change have made a significant impact. His work in Latin America and with global teams has been exceptional.”
Ravi Jakhar, reflecting on the new role, said, “I’m deeply honoured to step into this expanded position. I see great potential for growth across our businesses and am committed to building a resilient, tech-driven, and agile organisation focused on governance, value creation, and world-class financial systems.”
An IIT-BHU graduate and Harvard Business School alumnus, Ravi brings 20+ years of diverse experience in strategy, finance, and entrepreneurship. A sports lover, poet, and travel enthusiast, he represents the new age of visionary business leaders shaping global Indian enterprises.
Source: Maritime Gateway
