Mg Kailis Group

The MG Kailis Group is a leading Australian marine corporation that was founded by the late Michael Kailis and his wife Dr Patricia Kailis in 1962, when they began a small rock lobster operation in Dongara, Western Australia. From there the company has grown to be a prominent seafood, pearling and marine company renowned for its sustainable, innova... tive And pioneering practices, whilst maintaining the family values upon which it was established. For over 40 years, the MG Kailis Group has been extensively involved in all facets of the seafood industry, including catching, production, marketing and trading. The MG Kailis Group is the second largest producer of cultured Australian South Sea Pearls in the world. The Group entered the industry in 1975 through its subsidiary Broome Pearls Pty Ltd and now farms at a number of locations in the pristine waters of northern Australia. In 2002 the Group also launched its own premium retail pearl brand, Kailis Australian Pearls. Using only the finest pearls from their annual harvests, the exclusive brand has showrooms in Fremantle and Broome and selected collections are featured by retailers in Spain, Perth and Sydney. With an extensive history in boat building and design, the Group boasts a significant engineering division capable of redesigning and refitting a wide range of vessels. The MG Kailis Group has been built on the Kailis family values, principally being: Honesty, Loyalty, Trust and Compassion These traditional family business values centre on service and value to the customer. MG Kailis Group is focussed on building strong relationships with clients in international markets, working together to ensure their clients' needs are met at all times. Today the company remains proudly family-owned and run, Michael and Patricia Kailis' youngest son Alex Kailis is Managing Director and eldest son, Professor George Kailis is a Director. Daughters, Maria and Amanda, have an active interest as shareholders of the company. The Kailis family name is synonymous with integrity ...Read More