KGM Group encompasses business activities related to Real Estate development, Construction, Civil infrastructure projects, Hospitality, Garment manufacturing and exports Starting from our inception in the 1930s, we have built our core businesses around the essentials of human existence - food, clothing and shelter. Madhavan Pillai (KGM) ventured into the apparel industry and established several ga
rment manufacturing units in Singapore. After a period of successful consolidation, he diversified into the food sector in the early ‘40s and set up a chain of restaurants. Coming through World War 2 after surviving on its frontlines, KGM ventured with renewed resolve into construction in 1950, contributing in measure to the development of post-war Singapore. The company was formally registered in 1960 as KGM Brothers, focusing on civil and infrastructure projects in Singapore and Malaysia. With a strong record of delivery it became a preferred vendor of both governments and was awarded a series of large infrastructure projects including the construction of roads, bridges, power lines, and plumbing and sewerage projects. Known for innovation in delivery, KGM was amongst the pioneers in Singapore for introducing pre-casting, a technique widely used today. Under the stewardship of Dr. Shashi, the Group progressively ventured into real estate, construction and property development across Tamil Nadu and Kerala. The company also entered the hospitality sector, establishing and running successful hotel and restaurants for over the next 30 years. In the late ‘80s the Group diversified into garment manufacturing in India and set up an export unit for leather garments and finished leather products. The garment line has grown over the years, entering into exclusive tie ups with apparel companies across Europe. Alongside, our realty services have grown into a range of offerings in line with emerging customer preferences. In recent years KGM has primarily focused on residential and commercial real estate projects; commercial complexes, apartments, villas, row houses, layout development and gated communities. REAL ESTATE
KGM PROPERTY BUILDERS PVT LTD. (Construction & Property Development)
MIDAS HOMES PVT LTD (Realty Investments)
KGM Group expanded its operations into India in 1975 initially venturing into realty investment projects. The flagship real estate company, KGM Property Builders Pvt Ltd., was registered in 1992. The company has been in the business of construction and property development for over 20 years and successfully completed several commercial and residential projects. Since inception the company has always focussed on product quality, customer centric approach, uncompromising business ethics, and transparency in business conduct, which have contributed to the growth of the company’s operations. Over the past two decades the company has forayed to several cities including Chennai, Coimbatore, Trivandrum, and Cochin and has developed over 2 million square-feet of commercial complexes, apartments, residential sites and gated community villa projects. The current activities of the Company include:
- Constructing and promoting commercial spaces and apartments
- Developing and promoting residential sites and gated communities
- Constructing and promoting residential villas
- Undertaking construction contracts of commercial and residential buildings
KGM Group is also into Real Estate investment projects across Tamil Nadu and Kerala involving in purchase, management and sale of real property. The company has over 30 years of experience in acquisition, due diligence and disposition of real estate across South of India. The company has exclusive tie-ups with legal firms and dedicated risk management team to support realty transactions. IMPORT & EXPORT
INDARMA PRIME INDUSTRIES LTD
Indarma Prime Industries Limited, part of the KGM Group of companies, has been in the business of manufacturing and exporting leather garments and finished leather for the past 25 years. The company is based in Chennai, India and was founded in 1987 by Dr. Shashi, who has vast experience in the field of leather and leather garments. In 1994, the company entered into a joint venture agreement with equity participation and marketing tie-up with Arma Leder B.V. (www.armaleder.com), a Dutch company involved in buying and selling of leather garments across Europe and China. Indarma Prime Industries Ltd was formerly known as Hindutch Overseas Limited. Indarama manufactures and exports nappa garments made from cow, buffalo, sheep and goat leather as well as specialize in goat suede garments. The company has exclusive tie-ups with suppliers and modern tanneries for processing leather of high quality. Strict quality control is adhered at various stages of leather finishing and garment manufacturing. Our global customer base includes but is not limited to the following
-Arma Leder B.V., The Netherlands
-Arma Far East, Hong Kong
-Conbipel SPA (Bima), Italy
-Thomas Burberry, Spain
-SNE Weil Besancon, France
-Confezioni Orfatti SRL, Italy
-Chevalier AB, Sweden
-Saki, Scandinavia
HOSPITALITY
HOTEL HORIZON
Hotel Horizon, captivated by its scintillating ambience and top-notch hospitality services, has established its name in Trivandrum. Situated in the "Abode of Lord Anantha", Horizon has maintained an outstanding track record for the past 25 years in the hospitality sector and is committed to offer the best of its services to its customers. Hotel Horizon was inaugurated by Minister Shri. Balakrishna Pillai on March 31st, 1985 and moved on to achieve 'Three Star' Accreditation in 1986. Madhavan Pillai, Chairman of Horizon, with more than 60 years of experience in the construction industry is a prominent Non Resident Indian based in Singapore. Dr. Shashi is the Managing Director and Suresh M Pillai is the Director of Horizon. Horizon is equipped with state-of-the-art facilities for conducting seminars and workshops. Horizon also has multiple restaurants with multicuisine food varieties.
-Mira: Offers wide and exquisite choice in Indian, European and Chinese cuisines.
-Alcor: A bar with an excellent wine list where business and pleasure can be stirred to blend the perfect drink.
-Galaxie: An exclusive roof garden restaurant with lawn carpets and landscaped gardens
-Lounge: An outlandish and relaxing spot coupled with ambience and comfort
Website: www.thehotelhorizon.com
CIVIL INFRASTRUCTURE
K.G.M. BROTHERS CONTRACTORS PTE LTD (SINGAPORE)K.G.M. BROTHERS is a sole proprietor firm started by K.G. Madhavan Pillai in the1960’s in Singapore. The main activities of the company have remained undertaking civil engineering and infrastructure contract work for Government and private concerns in and around Singapore and Malaysia. Since the 1970’s the company has focused on projects handled by Government Departments primarily Sewerage Department, City Council, P.W.D., Public Utilities Board, Ministry of Environment and Economic Development Board. In 1984 the company was registered as a Private Limited Company, K.G.M. BROTHERS CONTRACTORS PTE LTD, and was also registered with the CONSTRUCTION INDUSTRY DEVELOPMENT BOARD, which is a pre-requisite for taking up contracts with Government Departments. The company is also registered with Building and Construction Authorities (BCA) for various heads of works such as general Building, Civil Engineering, Cable Installation, Pipe Laying and Road Reinstatement. The company has also been working on contracts involved with LTA, PUB, NPark, DSTA, Power Grid, SingTel and Private Projects. Website: www.kgm.com.sg
