Hind Rectifiers Limited (HIRECT), a leading manufacturer of power semiconductors, power electronic equipment and railway transportation systems, has announced the appointment of Chidambaram Balakrishnan as its Chief Global Growth Officer.
In his new role, Balakrishnan will spearhead HIRECT’s global growth initiatives, focusing on expanding the company’s international footprint, strengthening strategic partnerships and identifying new avenues for business expansion across key global markets. He will play a critical role in shaping the organization’s global growth strategy and driving long-term value creation.
Balakrishnan brings over three decades of extensive experience in global business development, strategic partnerships, market expansion and revenue growth across multiple geographies. Throughout his career, he has held prominent leadership roles, including Managing Director at Caterpillar Rail and Regional Director (South Asia) at GE Transportation. He has also contributed significantly to industry bodies, having served as Chairman of the Confederation of Indian Industry (Railway Division) and Chairman of the American Chamber of Commerce in India (Infrastructure Division).
He is widely recognized for driving business transformation, identifying emerging market opportunities and building strong customer and partner ecosystems to enable sustainable growth.
Commenting on the appointment, Suramya Nevatia, Chairman and Managing Director of Hind Rectifiers Limited, said: “We are pleased to welcome Mr. Chidambaram Balakrishnan to the leadership team. Hl5 rich global experience, strategic perspective and proven execution capabilities will be instrumental in accelerating our international growth ambitions and strengthening our position in key global markets. ”
Sharing his thoughts on the new role, Chidambaram Balakrishnan said:
“I am delighted to join Hind Rectifiers at an exciting phase of its growth journey. The Company has built a strong legacy in power electronics, supporting critical sectors such as railways, transportation and industrial systems. l look forward to working closely with the team to expand our global presence, drive innovation, and create sustained value for customers and stakeholders.”
The appointment comes as part of HIRECT’s broader strategy to strengthen its global leadership team. Alongside this, the company has also appointed Douglas J. Bailey as Global Chief Executive Officer to lead its international expansion efforts. These strategic hires reflect HIRECT’s vision to build an agile and globally aligned leadership team capable of scaling operations, unlocking new market opportunities, and driving future growth.
