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Bhavana Bindra has been appointed as the Managing Director for India, Middle East & Africa (IMEA) at The Lubrizol Corporation, a subsidiary of Berkshire Hathaway. This newly created role reflects Lubrizol’s dedication to achieving ambitious growth targets and sustaining its presence in the region.
With more than twenty years of experience in the manufacturing industry, including roles at esteemed companies like REHAU and Cummins India, Bhavana brings a wealth of leadership and industry expertise to her new position. Her appointment signals Lubrizol’s strategic intent to leverage her skills to drive growth across the IMEA region.
In her role as Managing Director, Bhavana will lead Lubrizol’s IMEA team in delivering regional growth opportunities for both the company and its customers, utilizing a local-for-local approach. Collaborating closely with Lubrizol’s leadership, Bhavana will focus on identifying localized market opportunities and strengthening relationships with customers, suppliers, and stakeholders in the region. Additionally, she will oversee the operations of Lubrizol’s new Global Capability Center in Pune, India, which will serve as a key regional hub enhancing the company’s capabilities for further growth.
JT Jones, Senior Vice President of High Growth Regions at Lubrizol, expressed excitement about the appointment, emphasizing Lubrizol’s commitment to supporting customers and partners in the India, Middle East, and Africa regions. He highlighted the exceptional talent present across the region and affirmed Lubrizol’s plans to expand its team and footprint to better serve local markets.
This appointment aligns with Lubrizol’s broader commitment to the region, including a substantial $150 million investment in India aimed at accelerating growth. Notably, this investment encompasses the construction of a cutting-edge CPVC resin plant in Vilayat, India, slated to become the world’s largest CPVC resin plant upon its completion in 2025.
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