October 8, 2008 at 7:20 am
· Filed under South Africa ·Tagged mark voloshin, marvol wines, South Africa
Unlocking It’s Potential
Mark Voloshin made his first visit to South Africa in 1985. In that time he was quickly able to see through the political unrest and recognise the potential and beauty hidden within the borders of the country.
Dr Voloshin felt close ties to the land, as it was in a similar space to one that Russia had already been in earlier. He thus felt obligated to help South Africa evolve into a prosperous and thriving nation.
Although he fell in love with South Africa, it was Cape Town’s rich beauty and impeccable wines that especially captured Dr Voloshin’s imagination and it lingered in his head long after his return to Russia.
Missing the wines and tastes of the Cape winelands, the business-savvy Mark Voloshin noticed a lucrative gap in the Russian market. Lacking quality wines, he returned to South Africa in 1986 to specifically establish the Marvol brand in the South African wine export market, and thriving business was soon to be born.
Showing true business know-how, Dr Voloshin spent some time searching for the perfect wine farm to purchase. Whilst searching, Dr Voloshin immersed himself in many other South African projects, including building more than 150 houses for mine workers and aiding the RDP in providing solar paneling to enhance the energy efficiency of schools in the Eastern Cape.
It was only much later that the Hazendal Estate in Stellenbosch finally matched all his requirements and Dr Voloshin knew he had found his perfect farm. He then wasted no time and became the first Russian wine estate owner in South Africa on the same day that the country voted in its first democratic leader – the 27th April 1994.
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October 7, 2008 at 7:34 am
· Filed under Marvol Management ·Tagged mark voloshin, marvol group, russia
A Local Presence – A Global Power
Founded in Hanover, Germany in the mid 1980s, the Marvol Management Group came about as Mark Voloshin recognised the opportunities that were about to arrive following the liberation of the Russian economy when the imminent fall of the Soviet Union became a reality. Voloshin aimed to both help the people rebuild their country as well as facilitate strong ties between Russian and Western enterprises. The initial focus was on the lucrative but down-trodden mining and aviation sector to begin the revitalising and rebuilding of Russia’s key industries.
Thanks to the determination of its CEO, Dr Mark Voloshin, the Marvol Group has become a force to be reckoned with in the world business arena. Consisting of four state-owned enterprises as well as at least ten private companies with the aim of contributing to economic growth through the expansion of Russian and foreign trade.
Today the Group has international interests in manufacturing, trade, finance, marketing and consulting. As a group Marvol focuses on sustained local employment opportunities and aims to create social and ecological awareness by ensuring that all their businesses work both for profit and the good of their communities. By bringing together the interests of businesses worldwide, the Marvol Group manages to maintain its vision of “Local Presence and Global Power”.
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October 5, 2008 at 7:40 am
· Filed under Marvol Management ·Tagged mark voloshin, marol management, marvol group
International Bases
Since its foundation in 1987, Marvol Trading GmBH still acts as the main hub for the expansion of trade between Russia, the Ukraine and Western European countries in the glass manufacturing sector. Since 2006 Marvol Trading GmBH has also taken on the Hazendal Wine Estate in South Africa and their focus and dedication has successfully grown the Hazendal brand in Germany.
Russia
Russia is home to the heart of the Marvol Management Group that currently boats a hundred percent ownership in APCO Moscow, StroyPortManagement, JRESCO and ProRes Ltd. APCO Moscow is the extension of the APCO Jordan project that currently manages a $250 million upgrade to an existing oil-tank farm in Aqaba. JRESCO was established as joint venture between Jordan and Russia, with the goal of allowing supplying light military equipment to the Jordan Armed Forces, guaranteeing peace and security in the region. ProRes Ltd is a trusted packing, storage and inland transportation company, exporting around the world.
Jordan
Aqaba Petroleum Company Ltd (APCO) was formed in 2005 with the aim of helping Jordan make the most of their most valued natural resource and develop a sustainable income for the country as well as its armed forces. APCO has two major projects planned – the construction of a high-calibre oil-tank farm terminal and a mining project involving oil-shale exploration. With its network of experts, extensive knowledge and connections in oil exploration, trading and project management, Marvol aims to help Jordan strengthen their stance in the global oil market.
Europe
The Marvol Management Group is a major player in many European enterprises and part of its unique approach to business involves housing their various departments in the most practical countries. The United Kingdom will soon act as the Group’s logistics co-ordination point for each business division across the world. The sophisticated network of communication supported by the United Kingdom branch will have much to do with the success of the vast array of Marvol’s businesses. Switzerland already offers a similar function for the entire Group and handles all financial considerations through Marvol Finanz AG.
South Africa
Thanks to Dr Voloshin’s love for this country, the Marvol Group was established in South Africa in 1986. The company’s interests vary from the wine farming to the mining sector and to creating and establishing sustainable energy sources. While varied, all these interests are underpinned by the Group’s commitment to responsible business practices that work with communities to better the lives of everyone involved.
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September 20, 2008 at 7:22 am
· Filed under South Africa ·Tagged Hazendal Wine Estate, South Africa, art gallery, centre for russian studies, university of cape town
The South African Vision
Mark Voloshin and his Marvol Group’s interest in South Africa does not only extend to business ventures. It also includes a visionary plan of helping a country that Voloshin fell in love with so many years ago, helping it meet its full potential. In this regard, Hazendal Estate, one of Stellenbosch’s oldest wine farms has been successfully restored and revitalised through Marvol’s commitment, thus preserving a slice of history for future generations.
Another venture that is close to Dr Voloshin’s heart, is spreading the unique traditions of Russian culture to a new South African audience, prompting him to fully fund the Centre for Russian Studies at the University of Cape Town. With the stated aim of promoting an exchange of ideas and information between the two countries, it serves to bring the two nations together.
A visit to the acclaimed Marvol Museum on the Hazendal Wine Estate is yet another testament to Mark Voloshin’s commitment to both his beloved nations. This unique wine cellar gallery offers an eclectic and culturally rich mix of Russian art and new local pieces. Whilst educating people about Russia’s rich history, the gallery also gives new South African artists a place to exhibit their work, offering them opportunities never before made available to them.
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August 14, 2008 at 8:07 am
· Filed under Marvol South Africa ·Tagged all tours, marvol group
Marvol Group South Africa
After their success in the property and hospitality industries in South Africa, it made perfect sense for the Marvol Group to move into the tourism industry. ALL Tours not only makes use of South Africa’s popularity as a tourist destination, but also promotes travel to Russia. This exchange of tourists teaches each group about another world and with Marvol’s connections in each country makes each tour a unique experience.
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August 12, 2008 at 8:04 am
· Filed under Marvol South Africa ·Tagged marvol development, marvol villas
A Mark Voloshin Initiative
With the beauty of South Africa quickly being discovered the world over, the Marvol Group recognised the opportunity of investing in the real estate and the hospitality industries. Past projects include the Marvol Villas, luxury private housing suites in Clifton and the Marvol Manor House, a guest house with 13 luxury suites situated in South Africa’s capital city of Pretoria. Current projects underway include two luxury apartments on the stunning Atlantic Seaboard in Cape Town to be offered to Russian holidaymakers as well as an exclusive boutique hotel to take advantage of the beautiful scenery of the Hazendal Wine Estate.
Clifton in Cape Town is arguably one of the most spectacular stretches of coastline in the world and one of the trendiest. The Marvol Villas nestled between the mountain cliffs and the ocean offer guests incredible views of the ocean as well as their own private pool terrace. Featured many times in South Africa’s notable Garden and Home magazine, these apartments represent one of the Marvol Group’s best investments yet.
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August 10, 2008 at 8:02 am
· Filed under Marvol South Africa ·Tagged cape wine collection, Hazendal Wine Estate, marvol group, Marvol South Africa
Cape Wine Collection
Since his first taste of the exquisite South African wines, Dr Mark Voloshin knew that the Marvol Group needed to invest in a wine farm. Hazendal was bought on the same day as South Africa’s first ever democratic elections, giving the Marvol Group the historic title of being the first foreign investors in the New South Africa. Hazendal has since been revitalised – the vineyards have been replanted and the wine cellar has been converted to a tasting centre. The establishment of the Marvol Museum uniquely combines a truly South African farm with Russian culture.
The Marvol Group’s work at Hazendal does not only extend to the estate itself, but also takes great effort to improve the living situation of the farm workers. In 1997, a small village was built for the Hazendal workers, consisting of 11 houses equipped with electricity, flowing water as well as bathrooms and toilets. At the moment there are six families living in the ‘Hazendal Village’ and other farmers’ children, who do not live permanently on the farm, are also welcome to use the after-work community facilities, where an educator comes in daily. Since 1998 Hazendal has also had a permanent social worker on staff to look after the well-being of the farm workers and their families.
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August 9, 2008 at 8:00 am
· Filed under Marvol South Africa ·Tagged liselo, Marvol South Africa
Marvol South Africa
Liselo was established in 1996 and handled installations of solar panel kits. Marvol Management simply supplied financial management and assistance to the company that has a majority equity shareholding. Thanks to the success of the company, the manufacturing division is now planning to expand and move to Jordan, while the marketing and exporting facilities will be handled from one of the other Marvol offices.
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August 8, 2008 at 7:58 am
· Filed under Marvol South Africa ·Tagged mark voloshin, Marvol South Africa
An Overview
Dr Mark Voloshin fell in love with the country of South Africa on a visit there many years ago. From his own experience of Russia’s challenges in the years following the liberalistaion of the economy, Dr Voloshin recognised the difficulties South Africa was about to face in the aftermath of Apartheid. His desire to help went beyond camaraderie and obligation, but stemmed from a genuine love for the country and a keen eye for excellent business opportunities.
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July 21, 2008 at 8:14 am
· Filed under Hazendal Wine Estate ·Tagged day out, Hazendal Wine Estate, mark voloshin
Mark Voloshin’s Cape Wine Estate
Today, the Hazendal Estate has become a complete family affair. In 2006, Dr Mark Voloshin and his trusted friend and business partner Leo Schumacher entrusted their beloved estate to their highly capable young families. Leonid, Schumacher’s son now heads up the management team for all of Marvol’s activities in South Africa, while his daughter Rebecca and daughter-in-law Vera have become the restaurant and function managers at Hazendal. Simone Voloshin, Dr Voloshin’s own daughter now oversees wine marketing and sales and each of these “children” bring a fresh and innovative aspect to the wine estate that has seen it go from strength to strength. This family-run tradition is one that characterizes the estate and is one that is set to ensure the prosperous future of the historical and beautiful Hazendal.
Find out more about Dr Voloshin and his other incredible projects and ventures in South Africa by bookmarking this space – his own personal website to be launched soon
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