# Yohan Poonawalla ## Posts - [Poonawalla Group- Leading to An Innovative Future](https://yohanpoonawalla.com/the-poonawalla-group-of-companies/): The Poonawalla Group of Companies is a diversified Indian business organization involved in several activities such as Biotechnology, Hotels, Engineering, Manufacturing, Horse rearing & Breeding, and Finance. The group has always been the best regarding quality, commitment, and client support services. Therefore, it has grown and succeeded in every aspect of the business nation and worldwide.  The Poonawalla Group operates every sector with a futuristic approach producing market possibilities in the country. The group’s endeavors are always dedicated to national growth and development. Additionally, Mr. Yohan Poonawalla’s explicit planning made the division of engineering companies grow faster in the manufacturing ... Read more - ["Poonawalla Stud Farms- Producing Rare Champions Since 1946"](https://yohanpoonawalla.com/the-poonawalla-stud-farms/): The Poonawalla Stud Farms has been a leader in horse racing and breeding in India for the past fifty years. The farm has achieved many prominent honors such as the “Champion Breeders” Award for its rich legacy of producing champion stallions from the Turf Authorities of India.  It was 1946 when the late Soli Poonawlla, the grandfather of Yohan Poonawalla, started the Poonawalla Stud Farm with a little collection of about twelve mares and a horse. Now, the farms accommodate 137 broodmares and 3 resident stallions in Leitir Mor (from Holy Roman Emperor), freshman sires Satono Impresa (from Deep Impact), ... Read more - [Intervalve Poonawalla Ltd.- Get Advanced Technology Valves for Your Success](https://yohanpoonawalla.com/intervalve-poonawalla-ltd/): Intervalve Poonawalla Ltd. is a division of the renowned Indian business conglomerate the Poonawalla Group. Yohan Poonawalla is currently serving as Intervalve Poonawalla Ltd.’s chairman and his wife Michelle Poonawalla as the managing director. The duo is committed to providing their clients with quality products and delivery services. Additionally, under their guidance, the company has diversified its product range resulting in valve export to various sectors such as mining, petrochemicals, pharmaceuticals, paints, and many more. Yohan Poonawalla- The Chairman of Intervalve Poonawalla Ltd. and El-O-Matic Pvt. Ltd. Yohan Poonawalla is a renowned multiskilled businessman, the son of famous industrialist and ... Read more - [Yohan Poonawalla: Classic Car Ambassador of the Year – Honoring Mohammed Luqman Ali Khan](https://yohanpoonawalla.com/yohan-poonawalla-classic-car-ambassador-of-the-year-mohammed-luqman-ali-khan-11-jan-2024/): Yohan Poonawalla has long been synonymous with elegance and exclusivity in the world of luxury cars. A connoisseur of vintage beauties, Poonawalla’s collection boasts some of the most iconic classic cars, ranging from Rolls-Royces to Bentleys, each vehicle meticulously restored and maintained. Poonawalla’s dedication transcends mere ownership. His vision is about preserving history and showcasing the stories these vehicles carry—about eras gone by, the craftsmanship of a bygone age, and the cultural significance of these timeless machines. Mohammed Luqman Ali Khan, an authority in automobile heritage and restoration, has been instrumental in fostering a global appreciation for classic vehicles. His ... Read more - [Yohan Poonawalla's exquisite vintage car collection: The highlights Yohan Poonawalla wins ‘Collector of the Year’ at the Geneva Motor Show in Doha. We look through his magnificent Rolls-Royce and bespoke limo collection.](https://yohanpoonawalla.com/yohan-poonawallas-exquisite-vintage-car-collection-the-highlights-yohan-poonawalla-wins-collector-of-the-year-at-the-geneva-motor-show-in-doha-we-look-through-his-magnificent-rol/): 1964 Lincoln Continental 4-door Convertible ‘Popemobile’: Imported from the US for the use of Pope Paul VI during his visit to India in 1964. It was later gifted to Mother Teresa Industrialist Yohan Poonawalla has been awarded the title of ‘Collector of the Year’ at the inaugural Geneva International Motor Show in Qatar. Held at the same time as the Formula 1 race, the show had both new as well as classic cars on display. Commenting on being selected as ‘Collector of the Year’, Yohan Poonawalla said, “I felt honored to be recognized, and especially appreciated the attention the Indian ... Read more - [Yohan Poonawalla “YZP”: Inside India’s Ultimate Car Collection](https://yohanpoonawalla.com/yohan-poonawalla-yzp-inside-indias-ultimate-car-collection/): Yohan Poonawalla, the Chairman and MD of Poonawalla Engineering Group, is renowned for his exceptional taste in cars. His collection boasts a range of premium, exotic, and classic vehicles that reflect his passion for automotive elegance. Beyond his love for cars, Poonawalla’s diverse portfolio of investments spans various sectors, including finance, horse breeding, engineering, real estate, and pharmaceuticals. In this article, we delve into some highlights from Yohan Poonawalla’s iconic car collection. His collection began in 1930 when the first family car, a Chevy in 1931, was gifted to him in the early ’90s. The first car he owned was ... Read more - [Yohan Poonawalla becomes first Indian to feature in the list of ‘Top 100 Classic Car Collectors of the World’](https://yohanpoonawalla.com/yohan-poonawalla-becomes-first-indian-to-feature-in-the-list-of-top-100-classic-car-collectors-of-the-world/): Yohan Poonawalla, a distinguished industrialist and passionate automobile enthusiast, has added another remarkable achievement to his name by becoming the first Indian to feature in the prestigious list of the ‘Top 100 Classic Car Collectors of the World.’ This accolade is a testament to his unwavering commitment to preserving the legacy of vintage automobiles and his extraordinary collection of classic cars. His collection also includes several limited-edition and one-of-a-kind models, making it one of the most impressive in the world. In a historic first, renowned Indian Industrialist Yohan Poonawalla has become the first Indian ever to feature in the global ... Read more - [Yohan Poonawalla: A Passion For Classic Cars Fit for Royalty](https://yohanpoonawalla.com/yohan-poonawalla-a-passion-for-classic-cars-fit-for-royalty/): It’s not every day that you meet someone with an awe-inspiring collection of classic cars, each with its own unique story and charm. I recently had the pleasure of sitting down with Yohan Poonawalla from India, a true connoisseur of classic and vintage automobiles, to hear the remarkable tale of his lifelong passion.   A Royal Affection for Cars Yohan Poonawalla’s journey into the world of classic cars is as regal as it gets. He inherited his love for cars from his family, where fascination with automobiles was ingrained from a young age. His family proudly passed down two cherished ... Read more - [Yohan Poonawalla’s cars bag prestigious awards at Salon Prive Concours d’Elegance](https://yohanpoonawalla.com/yohan-poonawallas-cars-bag-prestigious-awards-at-salon-prive-concours-delegance/):   The award-winning cars owned by Yohan Poonawalla included a 1927 Rolls-Royce 20HP Tourer and a 1949 Bentley Mk VI. A trio of cars owned by businessman Yohan Poonawalla bagged prestigious prizes at the recently concluded Salon Prive Concours d’Elegance in the UK. Held between September 1 to September 5 at the Blenheim Palace, in Oxfordshire, the Salon Prive Concours d’Elegance is one of the world’s leading automotive events. The award-winning cars owned by Yohan Poonawalla included a 1927 Rolls-Royce 20HP Tourer and a 1949 Bentley Mk VI. The former, with coachwork by Barker & Co., picked up the Most ... Read more - [Yohan Poonawalla’s Maharaja Rolls-Royce Wins A Special Award In Italy MOHAMMED LUQMAN ALI KHAN - 26 JUN 2023](https://yohanpoonawalla.com/yohan-poonawallas-maharaja-rolls-royce-wins-a-special-award-in-italy-mohammed-luqman-ali-khan-26-jun-2023/): One of the star cars from the Yohan Poonawalla Collection won an award at the recently concluded Concorso d’Eleganza Villa d’Este 2023, a premier concours held annually on the shores of the stunningly scenic Lake Como in Italy. The 1949 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith Drophead Foursome Coupe bodied by James Young, formerly owned by the Maharajas of Mysore and Bharatpur, won the ‘Trofeo BMW Group Classic’, the award ‘For the most sensitive restoration by the jury’. With this result Yohan Poonawalla should be rightfully proud to have won a special prize at a prestigious event. The Mysore Rolls-Royce at Villa d’Este ... Read more - [Industrialist Yohan Poonawalla Makes India Proud, Becomes The Country's Motoring Ambassador At Vccci Vintage Car Fiesta](https://yohanpoonawalla.com/industrialist-yohan-poonawalla-makes-india-proud-becomes-the-countrys-motoring-ambassador-at-vccci-vintage-car-fiesta/): At the VCCCI (India’s premier Vintage & Classic Car organization) Annual Vintage Car Fiesta, Yohan Poonawalla was bestowed with a special recognition award. New Delhi: One of India’s leading business magnates and Industrialists Yohan Poonawalla is amongst the most influential personalities today. His work and contribution to the country’s business sector are unmatched, and one cannot deny the legacy of the Yohan Poonawalla family for its ancestral business Yohan Poonawalla Stud Farms started in 1946. Besides taking the family business ahead, Yohan Poonawalla has accelerated Intervalve Poonawalla and El-O-Matic India Pvt Ltd to greater heights. Setting a benchmark with the ... Read more - [India Makes History As Yohan Poonawalla’s Rolls-Royce ‘17EX’ Wins‘ ’Best In Show’ Award At ‘Valletta Concours’ In Malta](https://yohanpoonawalla.com/india-makes-history-as-yohan-poonawallas-rolls-royce-17ex-winsbestin-show-award-at-valletta-concours-in-malta/): In a historic first for India, Billionaire Industrialist and Philanthropist Yohan Poonawalla’s Rolls-Royce ‘17EX’ became the first car owned by an Indian to win a Best in Show award overseas. His Maharaja Rolls-Royce won the top prize earlier this month at Valletta Concours held in the European city of Valletta in Malta. Prevailing over competition from a line-up of impressive cars spread across various classes, his 1928 Rolls-Royce Experimental Sports Phantom ‘17 EX‘, the only example in the world with coachwork by Jarvis of Wimbledon, impressed the judges and specatators alike. Acquired recently by him, it was quickly refurbished in ... Read more - [Revving It Up! When Billionaire Yohan Poonawalla Showed Off His 1956 Mercedes In Mumbai](https://yohanpoonawalla.com/revving-it-up-when-billionaire-yohan-poonawalla-showed-off-his-1956-mercedes-in-mumbai/): Yohan Poonawalla loves vintage cars so it comes as no surprise that he decided to rev it up. He took one of his prized possessions to a Mumbai car rally where other enthusiasts meet up, show off their four-wheeled beauties, and discuss all things cars. The billionaire industrialist Yohan Poonawalla brought his 1956 Mercedes Benz SL Roadster to the rally held at Mumbai’s Mahalaxmi Race Course last week. “The best part is the joy people get in viewing these cars, especially at these rallies, since they have genuine car enthusiasts here,” Yohan Poonawalla said. And his Mercedes certainly drew several admirers, given the way ... Read more - [The Billionaire Poonawalla Family & The Cars They Drive](https://yohanpoonawalla.com/the-billionaire-poonawalla-family-the-cars-they-drive/): Yohan Poonawalla is the big daddy of cars when it comes to the Poonawalla family, outshining Uncle Cyrus and cousin Adar in the process. Yohan’s garage features a mix of classic and modern automobiles. A keen car collector, Yohan’s Rolls Royce vintages are a major draw in classic car exhibitions across the country. From a Mercedes Benz 190 SL to a Rolls Royce Phantom III, this man has quite a sizeable collection of classic cars. Among the modern, the Poonawalla Family high-performance cars, the BMW 760 Li, the Porsche Cayenne, and the Mercedes Benz S600 serve as daily rides while ... Read more - [Yohan Poonawalla: The Man & His Toys](https://yohanpoonawalla.com/yohan-poonawalla-the-man-his-toys/): Yohan Poonawalla is a man with a passion: an almost single-minded dedication for beauties of the four-wheeled kind. We take a look at the pick of his collection. Story: Aninda Sardar Photography: Sanjay Raikar The strain runs in the family for sure, but for Yohan Poonawalla, his passion for cars is an all-consuming affair. He lives it, breathes it, and even in his daily life is surrounded by the objects of his passion. While a majority of us will either be familiar with the surname, courtesy of the Yohan Poonawalla Stud Farms, or the Serum Institute of India, which the ... Read more - [The Flashy Cars Of A Maharajah For Modern Times](https://yohanpoonawalla.com/the-flashy-cars-of-a-maharajah-for-modern-times/): Yohan Poonawalla cannot remember exactly how many The Flashy Cars of a Maharajah for Modern Times cars he owns. Probably around 30, he says vaguely. Just as most people don’t waste their time counting up trifling possessions like, say, underwear or socks, Poonawalla has no interest in taking stock of his car collection. He has a large number of them but certainly not yet enough. “I’ve lost count. Anyway, I know I’ve got eight Rolls Royces,” he concludes, casually gesturing somewhere beyond the verandah of his mansion, past the three cages of brightly-plumed parrots, (imported from Latin America), past the ... Read more - [Yohan Poonawalla - The maharajah’s car returns to India](https://yohanpoonawalla.com/the-maharajahs-car-returns-to-india/): The favourite car of the Maharajahs is making a comeback in India after half a century Rolls Royce, the preferred car of the Indian royals, is about to sell its first car in India through a local dealer in almost 50 years. The customer is a 33-year-old industrialist and stud farm owner from the western Indian city of Pune. Yohan Poonawalla will be adding a black and silver Phantom – price nearly $920,000 – to his existing collection of three Rolls Royces. He already owns a 1937 Phantom 3, a 1934 seven-seater limousine and a 1992 Silver Spur 2. Mr ... Read more - [Mumbai’s Racing Season Kicks Off With Poonawalla Family](https://yohanpoonawalla.com/mumbais-racing-season-kicks-off-with-poonawalla-family/): “Glory can only be seen under the spotlights,” says bon vivant, philanthropist, industrialist, and horse racing enthusiast Zavaray Poonawalla as he launched the much anticipated evening races at the Mahalaxmi Racecourse in Mumbai. “Three decades ago, I had thought about the concept of evening races in India and often spoke of it happening one day at the racecourse in Mumbai,” elaborates the genial gentleman with a kindly glint in his eye. “Even at that time, many supported the idea but its feasibility was doubtful,” he adds. His dream kept going back and forth for many years before it started taking shape. The result? The very first ... Read more - [Opening Ceremony of the Asian Racing Conference Yohan And Michelle Poonawalla](https://yohanpoonawalla.com/opening-ceremony-of-the-asian-racing-conference/): Yohan And Michelle Poonawalla   Also Read: Mumbai’s Racing Season Kicks Off With Poonawalla Family - [Enliving It Up! When A Billionaire Showed Up At Ferrari’s 70 th Anniversary Mumbai Drive](https://yohanpoonawalla.com/enliving-it-up-when-a-billionaire-showed-up-at-ferraris-70-th-anniversary-mumbai-drive/): At the Ferrari’s 70th anniversary, Pune-based billionaire industrialist and car aficionado Yohan Poonawalla’s Ferrari 458 special Aperta made its presence felt at the drive and surely was the car that attracted most of the eyeballs. Ferrari – a name that makes almost everyone start daydreaming. Be it the classic or the modern ones, you sure can’t ignore these breathtaking, astounding, and remarkable creations! Spotting one of them on Indian roads is a rare occasion. As we all know Yohan Poonawalla is a huge car enthusiast and so it comes as no surprise that he decided to revving it up. He drove his ... Read more - [Phantom Rolls Into India. Courtesy- Yohan Poonawalla](https://yohanpoonawalla.com/phantom-rolls-into-india-courtesy-yohan-poonawalla/): Rolls-Royce, once the favourite carmaker of India’s maharajas, has made a comeback in the country after a gap of almost 50 years in search of customers drawn from the new class of 21st century millionaires. It recently launched its new Phantom super luxury sedan in Pune at a price tag of a whopping Rs 4 crore (Rs 40 million). The company has already had four confirmed orders for this model. Rolls Royce, now owned by the German car giant BMW, had to move its operations out of India in the 1960s because of import restrictions. With the Indian automobile market ... Read more - [Billionaire Industrialist Yohan Poonawalla Is A Huge Car Enthusiast](https://yohanpoonawalla.com/billionaire-industrialist-yohan-poonawalla-is-a-huge-car-enthusiast/): At the Ferrari’s 70th anniversary, Pune-based billionaire industrialist and car aficionado Yohan Poonawalla’s Ferrari 458 special Aperta made its presence felt at the drive and surely was the car that attracted most of the eyeballs. Ferrari – a name that makes almost everyone start daydreaming. Be it the classic or the modern ones, but you sure can’t ignore these breathtaking, astounding and remarkable creations! Spotting one of them on Indian roads is a rare occasion. As we all know Yohan Poonawalla is a huge car enthusiast and so it comes as no surprise that he decided to rev it up. ... Read more - [Intervalve Poonawalla Ltd Launches New Manufacturing Plant in Pune](https://yohanpoonawalla.com/intervalve-poonawalla-ltd-launches-new-manufacturing-plant-in-pune/): Mumbai, May 23 (PTI) Intervalve Poonawalla Ltd, a Poonawalla Group firm, today said it has launched a new plant having 10,000 valves per month capacity at Pune. “A new manufacturing facility has come up next to the existing one at Hadapsar and will undertake the production of bigger size ball valves in soft and metal seat variants apart from gate globe check valves and scotch yoke actuators,” a company statement said here. The new plant is spread across 35,000 square feet and houses a facility for pressure tests, hydro tests, fire safety tests, and cycle tests. The installed manufacturing capacity ... Read more - [The Masterpiece is Here : Mercedes – Benz E-Class Launched](https://yohanpoonawalla.com/the-masterpiece-is-here-mercedes-benz-e-class-launched/): Turf Club, Pune:  Earlier this evening, The Mercedes-Benz E-Class was launched by Yohan Poonawalla at an impressive event at the Turf Club. This saloon stands out with its classy style and sporty design that proudly shows off its contoured body, elongated bonnet, great trims and wide tyres. Just the cynosure of a car connoisseurs eye! Glide through the city with its amazing array of comfort features coupled with the tradition of the Mercedes-Benz safety standards, this variant is a true masterpiece. From its sportiness to its impressive innovative features like a steering mounted touch pad and the “Burmester’ surround system, this saloon is ... Read more - [Man In News](https://yohanpoonawalla.com/man-in-news/): Yohan Poonawalla (Born 15 January 1972) is the Chairman and Managing Director of the Poonawalla Engineering Group viz; Intervalve Poonawalla Ltd, El-O- Matic India Pvt Ltd and the Chairman of Poonawalla Financials Pvt Ltd. He is a Director of the Poonawalla Stud Farms and Poonawalla Racing and Breeding. Being born in an industrialist family, corporate nitty-gritty and fervour came naturally to him at a very young age. It dawned upon him early in life the aspects he had to focus on to strengthen the natural impulse of his business acumen. He advocates the saying “There is no school in the ... Read more - [The Man & His Legacy](https://yohanpoonawalla.com/the-man-his-legacy/): Intervalve Poonawalla Limited and El-O-Matic India have been taking giant strides in the sector of valves and actuators. In this interview with Huned Contractor, Yohan Poonawalla, chairman and managing director of both these companies elaborates on products, expansion plans and the growth potential of the industry Pune-based Poonawalla Group is one of India’s most respected and leading business houses with interests in the sectors of engineering, biotech, thoroughbred horse breeding, hospitality, finance and real estate. Of their various companies, Intervalve Poonawalla Limited and El-O-Matic India are engaged in the engineering sector for the production of world-class valves and actuators, providing ... Read more - [Growing Giants- Mr. Yohan Poonawalla Launches New Plant](https://yohanpoonawalla.com/growing-giants-mr-yohan-poonawalla-launches-new-plant/): The new plant is spread across 35,000 square feet and houses a facility for pressure tests, hydro tests, fire safety tests, and cycle tests The installed manufacturing capacity of the new plant is about 10,000 valves per month, it said   Mumbai, May 23 Intervalve Poonawalla Ltd, a Poonawalla Group firm, today said it has launched a new plant with having 10,000 valves per month capacity at Pune. “A new manufacturing facility has come up next to the existing one at Hadapsar and will undertake the production of bigger size ball valves in soft and metal seat variants apart from ... Read more ## Pages - [FAQs](https://yohanpoonawalla.com/faqs-about-yohan-poonawalla/): Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) About Yohan Poonawalla and Family Here are the most commonly asked questions- FAQs about Yohan Poonawalla and Michelle Poonawalla. Q1: What is the price of Yohan Poonawalla House in Mumbai? Michelle and Yohan Poonawalla, a billionaire entrepreneur couple, bought a mansion in South Mumbai in 2024 worth Rs 450 to 750 crore. It is an astonishing 30,000-square-foot villa in the Cuffe Parade neighborhood. The couple is planning the mansion’s renovation through Mrs. Poonawalla’s home design studio MYP.  Q2: How are Adar and Yohan Poonawalla related? Adar and Yohan Poonawalla are first cousins and established Indian businessmen ... Read more - [Awards](https://yohanpoonawalla.com/awards/): 21 Gun Salute Concours d’Elegance 202: Yohan Poonawalla wins “Best in Show” title for his 1949 Bently The 21 Gun Salute Concours d’Elegance 2020, a celebrated vintage international car rally, that took place in Delhi over the weekend, was truly an extravagant affair with over 125 classics on display. The showcase is meant to establish India as a motoring tourism destination, but the jury is out on whether it will succeed or not. Among the participants was Yohan Poonawalla, an avid car enthusiast and vintage car collector. Poonawalla won ‘Best in Show’ title for his 1949 Bently, which earlier belonged ... Read more - [Cars](https://yohanpoonawalla.com/yohan-poonawalla-car-collection/): Yohan Poonawalla Car Collection Billionaire Industrialist Yohan Poonawalla Is A Huge Car Enthusiast At Ferrari’s 70th anniversary, Pune-based billionaire industrialist and car aficionado Yohan Poonawalla’s Ferrari 458 special Aperta made its presence felt at the drive and surely was the car that attracted most of the eyeballs. Yohan Poonawalla Car Collection best in 2024 Ferrari – a name that makes almost everyone start daydreaming. Be it the classic or the modern ones, you sure can’t ignore these breathtaking, astounding, and remarkable creations! Spotting one of them on Indian roads is a rare occasion. As we all know, Yohan Poonawalla is a ... Read more - [CSR](https://yohanpoonawalla.com/csr/): MR. YOHAN POONAWALLA Yohan Poonawalla is one of India’s leading industrialists and philanthropists. He is the chairman & Director of various Poonawalla Group companies such as Intervalve Poonawalla, Poonawalla Stud Farms & Poonawalla Financials. He has received multiple awards, to name a few, Dr APJ Abdul Kalam Excellence Award, AsiaOne Person of the Year Global Leadership Award & Global Achievers Award. He is personally involved in various social & charitable activities such as Schools, Hospitals, Gardens, Leprosy & City development. The Poonawalla family is known for their charity, especially towards education and healthcare for the underprivileged, an endeavor now continued and ... Read more - [Home](https://yohanpoonawalla.com/): Growing Giants- Mr. Yohan Poonawalla Launches New Plant The new plant is spread across 35,000 square feet and houses a facility for pressure tests, hydro tests, fire safety… The Man & His Legacy Intervalve Poonawalla Limited and El-O-Matic India have been taking giant strides in the sector of valves and actuators. In this… Man In News Yohan Poonawalla (Born 15 January 1972) is the Chairman of the Poonawalla Group viz; Intervalve Poonawalla… Yohan Poonawalla Yohan Poonawalla (Born 15 January 1972) is the Chairman of Poonawalla Group viz; Intervalve Poonawalla Ltd, El-O- Matic India Pvt Ltd and he is also a Shareholder ... Read more [comment]: # (Generated by Hostinger Tools Plugin)