Entering the business world as general merchant in 1951, Joonas & Co. through its founder Mr. Issack Joonas, started trading in various commodities such as building materials, cement amongst others. Focus on the building sector was engaged in the early seventies, with the aim of providing a one stop shop for customers. The addition of ceramic tiles and sanitary wares departments came in 1972 and r
emains an integral component of the group’s activities nowadays. The activities diversified even further to include a hot dip galvanizing plant and property development. has contributed in the early stages of industrialization of the country and has set its sights as a major player in the ongoing economic and social development. Over the years, the group has built a strong reputation country-wide as well as in the neighbouring islands, and has earned its place among the “Top 100 Companies” of Mauritius. This has been achieved mainly through the supply of quality products, adapting to new market needs and customer service dedication. The company today is among the main suppliers of steel for the local market. The steel products are mainly imported from Turkey, South Africa, Egypt, India and China.
