Mohammed Jinnat Ali — Founder, Visionary & Leader
Personal & Educational Background
- Jinnat Ali was born in 1976 in Chittagong, Bangladesh.
- He completed his graduation from City University, Chittagong.
- Before that, he attended Halishahar Munshipara High School and later Chittagong Govt. City College, building his academic foundation locally.
- Over time, Jinnat has developed expertise in brand strategy, web system design, digital marketing, and leadership. Jinnat Ali
Leadership Roles & Business Positions
Jinnat Ali holds multiple high-impact leadership roles across the JAR Group and related ventures. Below is a breakdown:
Executive & Operational Roles
- CEO & Managing Director, JAR GROUP — He leads the parent group and strategic direction across all verticals.
- Managing Director, JAR WORLD SHIPPING LINE — A shipping agency in Bangladesh certified under ISO 9001:2008 & 2015.
- Managing Director, JAR WORLD MARINE Pvt. Ltd. — A government-approved seafarer recruiting/manning agent (License No: MLA082), certified under MLC 2006 standards. Jinnat Ali
- Managing Director, JAR WORLD LOGISTICS — Handling international sea, air freight forwarding, and project logistics. Also ISO certified.
- Managing Director, JAR LIMITED — Oversees brand, export/import, and e-commerce operations (e.g. JAR TEA, JAR SHOPS).
- Managing Director, NINETEEN UNIVERSE Pvt Ltd — An import/export and sourcing company. Jinnat Ali
- Editor / Publisher, JAR NEWS — Leading the digital media arm. Jinnat Ali
- President, JAR FOUNDATION — The social welfare and non-profit arm driving community development.
- He has also served Executive Director of the Bangladesh Ship Manning Agents Association.
- Further affiliations include being Vice-President of the Chattogram Sangbadik Sangstha (Chittagong Journalists’ Association). Jinnat Ali
Career Journey & Strategic Impact
- Jinnat Ali started in operational roles and, in February 2002, was elevated to the role of Chief Executive after serving as Chief Operating Officer.
- Under his leadership, the JAR Group has diversified from core shipping and forwarding to multiple verticals—tea, e-commerce, news media, logistics, marine recruitment.
- He has led major international and domestic projects, including heavy-lift shipment contracts, project cargo, multimodal logistics, and brand-building efforts in JAR TEA.
- In May 2025, JAR Limited secured a copyright registration (No. CRA-31394) valid for 60 years, as a step to protect the group’s intellectual property. Jinnat Ali commented that it “reinforces the commitment to protecting the originality of the JAR brand.” JARINFO.COM
Social Commitment, Values & Philosophy
- Jinnat Ali holds a strong belief in mindfulness, balance, and continuous personal growth. He practices yoga, meditation, gardening, painting, and encourages work-life harmony. Jinnat Ali
- On social philosophy, he has said: “I have been incredibly fortunate … I can’t imagine what it’s like to go hungry — and I think it’s a shame that in a country as great as ours, anyone should.”
- He positions business as not just profit, but as a vehicle for community upliftment. JAR Foundation’s mission includes education, health, social welfare, job skills, environment, and human rights.
- JAR FOUNDATION started with work in his home area (Middle Halishahar Munshipara, Chattogram). Jinnat Ali
Credentials, Certifications & Recognitions
- Several group arms under his leadership are ISO 9001 (2008 & 2015) certified (e.g. shipping, logistics).
- The marine arm operates under MLC 2006 standards and government licensing (MLA082). Jinnat Ali
- His editorial and executive status in journalistic bodies (Chattogram Sangbadik Sangstha) adds public trust credentials. Jinnat Ali
Personal & Contact Details
- He is based in Chittagong, Bangladesh.
- Email: jinnat@jinnatali.com
- Phone: +88-01975858511
- Office addresses include Millennium Plaza, Agrabad, Chittagong and JAR House, Munshipara, Halishahar.
Mohammed Jinnat Ali
Founder & Managing Director, JAR LIMITED — entrepreneur, internationally certified tea taster, and social impact leader shaping brands across tea, logistics, marine services, e-commerce and media.
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At a Glance
Born and raised in Chattogram, Bangladesh, Jinnat Ali leads the JAR brand family with a vision to build trusted, export-ready Bangladeshi brands while uplifting local communities through ethical employment and philanthropy.
“I have been incredibly fortunate … I can’t imagine what it’s like to go hungry — and I think it’s a shame that in a country as great as ours, anyone should.”
— Jinnat Ali, personal reflections
Leadership & Roles
Founder & MD of JAR LIMITED; leadership across logistics, shipping, marine crew manning, e-commerce and media.
Timeline & Milestones
A journey driven by vision, discipline, and community values.
1976
Born in Chattogram, Bangladesh.
City University
Graduation in Chittagong; early work in shipping & logistics.
Feb 2002
Elevated to Chief Executive after serving as COO at JAR GROUP.
2018–2024
Expands brand family: logistics, marine, e-commerce, media; grows JAR TEA.
2024–2025
Strengthens brand/IP; Copyright Registration No. CRA-31394 (28 May 2025).
Photo Gallery
Snapshots from leadership, community, and brand moments.
Leadership Philosophy
Empathy, discipline and lifelong learning guide Jinnat Ali’s decisions. He champions ethical business, continuous improvement, and brand building that elevates people and products from Bangladesh to global markets.
“Business is more than profit — it is responsibility to people and place.”
— Jinnat Ali
Social Commitment
As President of JAR FOUNDATION, he supports education, health awareness, skill development and disaster relief — starting from Middle Halishahar, Munshipara, Chattogram, and growing outward.
Media & Speaking
For interviews, panel talks, brand and export topics, or community initiatives, please reach out.