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Babu K Lonappan is a prominent businessman from Kerala, India who has made a significant impact in the Middle East region, particularly in Dubai, UAE. He has an extensive background in both Technical and Marketing fields with over 40 years of International Experience. In 1996, he ventured into entrepreneurship and founded his own company in Dubai under the name BLASTLINE LLC, specializing in Surface Preparation Technology.

As the years passed, Lonappan's business empire expanded and he established three subsidiaries to strengthen his presence in the region.

1. EMIRATES BLASTMASTER COMPANY LLC - Abu Dhabi, UAE.

2. BLASTLINE LLC - Muscat, Oman.

3. REDWOOD ENGINEERING TRADING & CONT. WLL - Doha, Qatar.

Diversifying his business interests, Babu Lonappan ventured into the Fabrication Engineering sector as well. He achieved this by acquiring an existing fabrication company in Dubai under the name, YOUSUF MACHINES & STRUCTURALS LLC. He later rebranded this entity as YMS ENGINEERING and moved into a much larger & sophisticated factory setup to accommodate the growing needs of this Industry.

In 2015, Babu Lonappan took a new direction in his entrepreneurial journey by entering the Hospitality Industry. He opened an Ayurvedic Resort in Kerala - India known as WETZLAR RESORT. This venture provided him with opportunities to expand his business operations and make a mark in the Tourism and Wellness sectors.

Throughout his career, Babu Lonappan has demonstrated strong leadership and business acumen, leading to the growth and success of his ventures in various Industries across the Middle East region and India.