ABOUT US
Our Heritage. Our Promise.
Emmelco is the export division of ML Group, founded in 1925 at Changanacherry, Kerala. The name Emmelco honors M.L. Company — a living tribute to our founder.
Our journey started in local commodity trade, grew into banking and wholesale provisions, and later expanded into bulk sugar distribution across Southern India. Under the fourth generation — Alan Lal & Alex Lal — Emmelco now connects that heritage to global trade.
Core Principles
Integrity
Every deal guided by honesty and fairness
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Legacy
Honoring the principles of our founders
02
Quality First
Products meeting stringent international standards
03
Reliability
Consistent supply and timely delivery
04
Innovation
Progress-driven partnerships and technology
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Sustainability
Promoting ethical and responsible sourcing
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Who We Are Today
Emmelco stands as the global face of the ML Group, specializing in the export of food ingredients, natural sweeteners, starches, edible oils, and bakery inputs.
From our headquarters in Kerala, we bridge India’s agricultural excellence with international demand — offering products that meet global standards for quality, purity, and consistency.
Our expertise lies in understanding market needs, ensuring timely deliveries, and building enduring relationships based on ethics and reliability.
A Legacy of Trust Since 1925
Our story began in the vibrant Changanacherry Market, where Mr. M.L. Pappachan traded rice and tapioca — commodities that nourished communities and built trust among farmers and traders.
Guided by integrity and innovation, he later established St. Mary’s Model Bank Ltd., the first organized money-lending institution in Central Travancore. Though dissolved after new RBI regulations, it remains a proud symbol of local enterprise and leadership.
His son Mr. Thomas Joseph expanded the business into wholesale provisions under M/s Thomas Joseph Moolayil, and his successor Mr. Lalan Joseph transformed the ML Group into one of Kerala’s largest bulk sugar distributors, catering to markets across Kerala, Tamil Nadu, and Karnataka.
Today, under the leadership of the fourth generation — Alan Lal and Alex Lal — Emmelco Exports carries this illustrious heritage into the global arena, connecting India’s finest ingredients with discerning buyers worldwide.
Mission, Vision & Principles
Mission: Deliver world-class Indian food ingredients globally, honoring our legacy of quality and integrity.
Vision: Be a globally recognized Indian export house that balances tradition, innovation, and sustainability.
Core Principles: Integrity · Legacy · Quality First · Reliability · Innovation · Sustainability