Hong Kong based JB Group has ordered a unique Maserati Quattroporte which will feature new opulent trims and a full multimedia business centre in the rear passenger compartment.

The JB Group, title sponsor of this year’s JB Group Classic Tennis Championship held in Victoria Park in Hong Kong (2-5 Jan’08), has ordered a unique Maserati from JB Group Classic Principal Sponsor, Auto Italia Ltd, Maserati’s sole importer and distributor for Hong Kong and Macau.

The JB Group (3 billion USD turnover) is a multinational corporation founded in India in 1965, which now operates in markets spanning the globe. It has a broad and rapidly expanding portfolio of businesses in Property & Real Estate, Mining, Oil & Gas & Alternative Energy, International Trade & Consultancy and Diamonds & Jewellery.

During a special ceremony held in Victoria Park on 5th Jan’08, JB Group Chairman, Mr Bhupen Surani, and Auto Italia Ltd’s Director and Group General Manager, Mr John Newman, shook hands to consummate the order for this very special car.

Based on the Quattroporte Executive GT, the ‘Limited Series’ as it is known for the time being, will be one of just 100 examples for the world. With a six-speed electronic automatic transmission and painted in a special Ivory colour with a Tan leather interior and Mother of Pearl inlays to the polished wood trim, the car will be equipped with a range of unique equipment including a first for Maserati, a full multimedia business centre in the rear passenger compartment. Comprising of two 10.4 inch LCD touch screens mounted in the backs of the front seats, foldaway keyboards, DVD player with cordless headphones and a centre armrest equipped with i-Pod and two USB ports, the car is perfectly equipped for the business executive on the move.

On the occasion, Mr. Bhupen Surani, Chairman JB Group, said that “As a car enthusiast and businessman, this special Maserati meets the requirement of the top management of our Group. We all appreciate the unique characteristics and exquisite styling of the Quattroporte, which would also give us the opportunity to conduct business while travelling.”

“We are delighted to have secured an order for this very special Maserati from the JB Group”, said John Newman. It is clear that Mr Surani and his team truly appreciate the unique characteristics of Maserati as a brand and that they accord with the Group’s own business philosophy.” The car is expected to be completed and delivered to the JB Group during the Spring of this year. In view of the unique nature of the car, pricing remains confidential.

The JB Group is a multinational corporation founded in India 42 years ago which now operates in markets spanning the globe. It has a broad and rapidly expanding portfolio of businesses in Property & Real Estate, Mining, Oil & Gas & Alternative Energy, International Trade & Consultancy and Diamonds & Jewelry. A globally diversified company, the JB Group’s international activities are led by Mr. Bhupen Surani, Chairman of JB Group, from his headquarters in Hong Kong.

Founded in 1965, the company has evolved from its base in India to offices and operations in emerging markets across Asia and Africa as well as developed economies in the United States and Europe with over 18,000 employees. Using Hong Kong as a global launch pad since 1993, the JB Group has focused on the world’s three most dynamic economic hubs, India, China and the Middle East, as part of its drive into international markets.