Manj Ranu returns to Octavian Group to spearhead south coast expansion
Added by Love Business East Midlands | 12 June 2025
Octavian Group is proud to announce the return of Manj Ranu as Senior Project Manager, with a specific focus on SaaS developments and strategic expansion across Southampton and the south coast.
A seasoned operator and well-known face at Octavian, Manj rejoins after a successful period as Interim Managing Director.
Manj is an alumnus of Taunton’s College in Southampton, alongside Sukhi Ghuman, founder and CEO of Octavian Group - with the pair aiming to establish a substantial presence in the city with Octavian Security.
“Bringing Manj back into the fold is more than a hire - it’s a homecoming,” said Sukhi. “His strategic insight, technical skill set, and understanding of our group vision make him the perfect catalyst for our next phase of growth across the South coast.”
Manj will be responsible for growing the Octavian Group portfolio, including Octavian Security. He will join Pete Terry, the ex-Head of Security at DP World and play a key role in spearheading Octavian Group's expansion on the south coast.
“I’m excited to be back at Octavian, working alongside long-time friends and collaborators,” said Manj Ranu. “It’s an exciting time to help shape the Group’s diverse ventures and deepen our security footprint on the south coast and beyond.”
Sanjay Patel, a senior member of the Octavian leadership team, added:
“Manj’s return brings an injection of energy and clarity to the Group. He understands the culture, the ambition and most importantly, the potential we have in Southampton and along the south coast.”
The Octavian Group is a dynamic collective of innovative brands operating across technology, security, health and education. With a focus on scalable, impact-driven ventures, the Group is also proud to have ex-England footballer Emile Heskey on its board, helping drive global awareness and strategic development.
Sukhi added:
"The return of Manj Ranu marks a pivotal moment for the Group as we continue to build in Southampton."
