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SUJÁN Names Thomas Maechler Chief Operating Officer
SUJÁN is a luxury hospitality company known for camps in India’s wilderness areas.
It has appointed Thomas F. Maechler as its new chief operating officer.
He will begin the job on October 1, 2026.
His work will include helping manage the company and plan its growth.
SUJÁN wants to open more properties in Africa and other parts of the world.
The company says it hopes to double the size of its portfolio in four years.
SUJÁN also wants its growth to support wildlife conservation and local communities.
Its three Indian camps are recognized by Relais & Châteaux and have received Michelin Keys.
SUJÁN appointed Thomas F. Maechler as Senior Vice President and Chief Operating Officer, effective October 1, 2026.
Maechler brings more than 25 years of international leadership experience in luxury hospitality and related enterprises.
He will oversee SUJÁN’s operations and support its international expansion while preserving its conservation and community-focused principles.
SUJÁN is expanding its African presence after acquiring two camps in Zambia and aims to double its portfolio within four years.
The company operates three Relais & Châteaux camps in India: SUJÁN Sher Bagh, SUJÁN The Serai and SUJÁN Jawai.
- Who
- SUJÁN and Thomas F. Maechler; the company was founded by Anjali Singh and Jaisal Singh.
- What
- SUJÁN appointed Maechler Senior Vice President and Chief Operating Officer.
- Where
- SUJÁN’s operations are based in India, with expansion planned in Zambia, Africa, and potentially other regions.
- When
- The appointment is effective October 1, 2026.
- Why
- The appointment is intended to strengthen leadership as SUJÁN expands internationally while maintaining its focus on conservation, sustainability and community development.
Key facts
- Appointee
- Thomas F. Maechler
- New role
- Senior Vice President and Chief Operating Officer
- Effective date
- October 1, 2026
- Indian camps
- SUJÁN Sher Bagh, SUJÁN The Serai and SUJÁN Jawai
- Expansion plan
- The company aims to double its portfolio over the next four years.
- African expansion
- SUJÁN has acquired two camps in Zambia and is considering additional properties across Africa.
- Company ownership
- SUJÁN remains independent and family-owned.
Quotes
Thomas F. Maechler
Incoming Senior Vice President and Chief Operating Officer of SUJÁN
“SUJÁN represents a rare combination of conservation, culture and uncompromising hospitality, unlike anything I have experienced in this form before. Together with the entire team, we will take this vision into its next phase: by opening new properties, and by developing further initiatives that carry the spirit and values of SUJÁN out into the world, without ever losing sight of our commitment to conservation, sustainability and lived community responsibility.”
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“I am delighted to carry forward the extraordinary story built by Anjali and Jaisal Singh”
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Anjali and Jaisal Singh
Founders of SUJÁN
“SUJÁN was founded on a belief that luxury hospitality and meaningful conservation can go hand in hand to make a tangible positive impact. As we continue to build on that vision and expand our global footprint, we are delighted to welcome Thomas to the SUJÁN family. His global perspective, entrepreneurial spirit, operational excellence and deep understanding of luxury hospitality make him exceptionally well placed to support our long-term vision whilst staying true to the values that have defined”
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