Puneet Gupta OBE

Puneet Gupta OBE is an entrepreneur, award-winning businessman, husband and father of two daughters. Together with his wife and business partner, Poonam Gupta OBE, he co-owns and co-leads PG Paper Company Ltd – an award-winning global paper business headquartered in Scotland.

Built on the values of sustainability, community and integrity, PG Paper is one of Scotland’s largest trading companies. With an expert in-house team and a presence in over 60 countries, the company provides a holistic, integrated service – partnering with international mills to create markets and enable trade across the globe. Its success has been recognised by some of the most respected names in business, including Ernst & Young, The Herald, Scottish Export Awards, Scottish BQ Awards, Scottish Asian Business Awards, BDO British Indian Awards, FSB Awards and the DBT Made in the UK – Sold to the World Awards, among others.

In the 2023 New Year Honours List, he was appointed an Officer of the Order of the British Empire (OBE) for Services to Business, Charity and the Community. In 2025, he and Poonam were named Scots of the Year at the 18th Scottish Asian Business Awards – an honour recognising those whose leadership and innovation drive meaningful impact across Scotland’s economy and society. He was also presented with the Special Award for Business Leadership at the 20th Asian Achievers Awards, celebrating his continuous drive and vision on a national stage.

His experience spans both public and private sectors – from hospital management and pharmaceutical consultancy to building a diverse entrepreneurial portfolio across property, healthcare, hospitality and leisure. He also holds an active investment portfolio with a focus on early-stage ventures in ed-tech, fin-tech and med-tech.

A committed advocate for India-UK relations, Puneet was honoured to join the Prime Minister on the 2025 trade mission to India – the largest ever government trade mission to the country, following the landmark UK–India trade deal.

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“Rooted in purpose, aligned with energy and committed to creating impact that matters”Puneet Gupta OBE

Current Honorary Positions

Puneet is an experienced Chief Executive Officer skilled in business development, negotiation, business planning, operations, strategy and management. Puneet always strives to give back to the world of business and holds various local and national trustee positions, directorships and board memberships, included but limited to those listed. 

  • Local Recovery (Ambassador)
  • Scottish Business UK (Advisory Council)
  • Scottish Chamber of Commerce Business Advisory Group (Board Member)

Previous Honorary Positions

Puneet’s previous honorary positions further demonstrate the breadth of his experience. Across trustee, board and advisory roles, he has contributed to initiatives that strengthen industry networks and drive meaningful impact.

 

  • Beyond Boundaries (Trustee)
  • The Paper Industry Charitable Trust (Trustee)
  • Inverclyde Chamber of Commerce (Board Member)
  • Asia Scotland Institute (Board Member)
  • Inverclyde Leisure (Co-Opted Director)
  • CBI Scottish Council (Council Member)
  • Beacon Arts Centre (Board Member)

Governance & Advisory Roles

Puneet has served as a Non-Executive Director and board adviser across private, public and charitable organisations – contributing independent governance, strategic direction and a long-standing commitment to responsible leadership at every level.

Philanthropy

Puneet is passionate about supporting others less fortunate and is heavily involved with many national and international charities, helping raise significant funds through his charitable commitments, with a particular focus on those working within the spheres of improving outcomes for disadvantaged children, animal conservation, environmental sustainability, mental health and medical research. Charities he has supported over time include:

  • Elephant Family
  • Action for Children
  • Combat Stress
  • British Asian Trust
  • Beyond Boundaries
  • The Paper Industry Charitable Trust (PICT)
  • Oxfam’s Scottish Circle
  • The Virat Kohli Foundation
  • Yuvraj Singh Cancer Foundation
  • MindMosiac Counselling & Therapy
  • Ardgowan Hospice
  • Pardada Pardadi Educational Society

For more information visit Puneet’s Philanthropy & Community page.

These are just some of the charities Puneet has recently supported in various ways.

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