Aarti Industries Limited's (hereinafter may be referred as ‘the Company’ or ‘AIL’ or ‘Aarti’) business practices have been governed by our values of Care, Integrity and Excellence. In this way, we want to be a reliable partner for our customers, suppliers, employees and shareholders.
We have established ourselves as a well-governed corporate with an excellent reputation as ‘Global Partner of Choice’ - a precious recognition that we want to protect, sustain and develop.
We want to continue grow profitably with a strong focus on productivity. Acting irresponsibly can lead to considerable damage. For this reason, compliance with applicable rules, regulations, codes, guidelines and policies is regarded as a permanent feature of our corporate culture.
Chairman & Managing Director
Vice Chairman & Managing Director
Executive Director
Executive Director
Non-Executive Director
Vice Chairman
Executive Director
Independent Director
Independent Director
Independent Director
Independent Director
Independent Director
Independent Director
Shri Rajendra V. Gogri ascended to the position of Chairman in 2012, nearly two decades after having been appointed as the Managing Director of the company. He has been associated with the company since its inception. A rank holder from UDCT, Mumbai, he possesses a master’s degree in chemical engineering from USA. Along with Shri Chandrakant V. Gogri, he has played a pivotal role in AIL acquiring its present stature. In addition to technical acumen, he possesses a keen understanding of the financial and commercial aspects of the chemical industry. Like Shri Chandrakant V. Gogri, he also was conferred with the prestigious ‘Distinguished Alumnus Award’ from UDCT in the year 1995 for his entrepreneurial achievements. He was recently honoured with the ‘Hurun Most Respected Entrepreneur of the Year – India’ award in the year 2019. In the same year, he was also presented by Indian Chemical Council with the ‘Lala Shriram National Award’ for leadership in the chemical industry.
He is a commerce graduate and ACA by qualification. A fellow member of The Institute of Chartered Accountants of India, he is a seasoned banker with over 31 years of enriched banking experience. He is also a partner in Singrodia Goyal & Co. His expertise lies in corporate and retail banking, risk management, credit rating, reviewing and monitoring system and loan policies.
With over 55 years of experience in Banking and Finance, Shri P A Sethi has held notable positions in various financial institutions. He served as the Executive Director of the former Vijaya Bank (now merged into Bank of Baroda) until his superannuation in 2004 and demonstrated exceptional leadership and expertise during his tenure, contributing significantly to the bank's growth and success. Shri Sethi's career extended beyond national borders. He served on the Boards of Banks' subsidiaries in Kenya, Uganda, Botswana, Hong Kong, and Zambia. His international exposure enriched his understanding of global banking practices and diversified market dynamics.Mr Sethi's contributions were invaluable at the Bank of Baroda, where he dedicated nearly 40 years of service. His last assignment as General Manager (International Operations) underscored his strategic vision and operational acumen in managing cross-border banking operations effectively. Complementing his extensive practical experience, Shri Sethi holds academic qualifications, including a Postgraduate Diploma in Costing and Management Accounting, CAIIB (Banking Exam), further enhancing his professional credentials and expertise in the banking sector.
Shri Rashesh C Gogri, a dynamic leader and second-generation entrepreneur, exemplifies the visionary leadership at Aarti Industries Ltd. Joining the company's board in 1997, he has steered AIL's journey with unwavering dedication, serving as Vice Chairman and Managing Director since 2012. A graduate of production engineering from Mumbai University, his profound expertise and strategic foresight have been pivotal in the execution of numerous transformative projects. With astute business acumen, he leads the charge in shaping the company's business strategy, sales, and procurement functions. Under his stewardship, AIL has experienced unparalleled growth and expansion, solidifying its position as a market leader.
Shri Bhavesh R. Vora is a commerce graduate and ACA by qualification. He is a practising Chartered Accountant, with more than 24 years of experience in the field of stock brokers’ audits, compliances, derivatives, futures and options, accounting standards and internal management audit.
A chemical engineer from UDCT, Mumbai, Shri Parimal H. Desai has more than 34 years of experience in development and project implementation in the chemical industry. He is a Whole Time Director of the company since September 1984.
Shri Manoj M. Chheda, a Whole Time Director of the company since 1993, is a commerce graduate from Mumbai University. He possesses an experience of over 25 years in the purchase and marketing of chemicals.
A graduate in electronics engineering from Mumbai University, Smt. Hetal Gogri Gala is a Whole Time Director of the company since November 2001. Apart from an engineering degree, she has completed MEP from IIM-Ahmedabad and possesses a bachelor’s degree in supply chain management. She has rich experience in the purchase function and currently manages various strategic business units.
Shri Renil R. Gogri is a B.Tech (Mech) from IIT Bombay. A Whole Time Director since August 2012, he handles the portfolios of system developments and improvements in operations, adoption of IT advancements into operations, and project execution and other production-related activities of the company.
Shri Ajaykumar Gupta is an accomplished professional with over three and a half decades of industry experience and serves as the Executive Director and Chief Manufacturing Officer at Aarti Industries Limited. He has held senior leadership roles in renowned petrochemical manufacturing companies such as IPCL, Reliance Industries Limited, Grasim Industries, and Jubilant Life Sciences. Ajay holds a Bachelor's in Chemical Engineering from Harcourt Butler Technical University, Kanpur. He is acclaimed for his operations, technical services, sustainability expertise and has led successful projects globally including the largest petrochemical complex in KSA. Recognised for his achievements, Ajay champions executive coaching, sustainability risk management and industry representative initiatives.
Shri Lalitkumar Shantaram Naik is a B.Tech - Chemical Engineer from IIT Kanpur, with a PGDM from IIM-Ahmedabad. He has more than 25 years of rich experience in the field of chemicals and building materials and nutrition at leadership positions across many companies.
Natasha is a partner at law firm Desai & Diwanji. She specializes in corporate law matters including mergers and acquisitions, private equity and debt finance. She received her law degree from Government Law College, Mumbai and is a Solicitor from the Bombay Incorporated Law Society. She has been in practice for over 15 years.
Prof. Aniruddha B. Pandit is presently a Vice Chancellor, Institute of Chemical Technology, India, Ex.Vice President, INAE (Academic, Professional, and International Affairs) and Ex President, Asia Oceania Sonochemical Society Board. He has been teaching mainly Environmental Engineering and Process Safety, Chemical Project Economics, Design of Multiphase Reactors, Project Engineering & Economics, Separation Processes, Unit Operations and is a recognized Research Guide for 60+ Ph.D. as well as 100+ Master’s Students. He has authored hundreds of International Research Publications, Citations, H-Index and secured many National and International Patents, Awards and Recognitions. He is a Fellow of all Science Academies of India and is also a Fellow of United States National Academy of Engineering.
Mr. Shekhar Khanolkar's executive career spans over 30 years, and he has held leadership positions with businesses in America, Europe, and India. He has worked with Cyanamid India, RPG Enterprises, and BASF India, among others. For eleven years, he served as Executive Director and Managing Director of Navin Fluorine International Limited, responsible for the growth transformation and creation of the global CDMO business. As an expert in the life science industry, he specialises in strategy conceptualisation and delivery of multiple projects, P&L, and cross-border acquisition. He holds a Chemical Engineering degree and an MBA and has completed his advanced management from Harvard Business School, USA.
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