FMGOETZE: Board Appoints Sachin Duggal, Irfan Ali; Jason Johnson Resigns
Federal-Mogul Goetze announced management changes on Oct 9, 2026. Sachin Duggal appointed Additional Director, subject to shareholder approval. Irfan Ali appointed Company Secretary & Compliance Officer (KMP). Jason Wesley Johnson resigned as Non-Executive Director.
Changes in key management positions like directors and company secretary can have a medium-term impact on company strategy, governance, and operations.
The announcement details routine changes in management, including appointments and a resignation, which are standard corporate actions and do not inherently signal positive or negative performance.
Federal-Mogul Goetze (India) Limited announced significant changes in its management following a Board of Directors meeting held on October 9, 2026. The meeting, which commenced at 4:30 PM IST and concluded at 4:52 PM IST, saw the approval of several key appointments and one resignation.
Mr. Sachin Duggal has been appointed as an Additional Director (Non-Executive, Non-Independent) effective October 9, 2026, subject to shareholder approval. Mr. Duggal, aged around 50, brings approximately 25 years of experience in strategic and operational finance, with a background in industrial manufacturing, aviation, rail, and financial services. He currently serves as VP & CFO for Tenneco's Global Performance Solutions Business Unit, a global manufacturing portfolio with revenues of approximately USD 4 billion. He is a Chartered Accountant and has held leadership positions with Tenneco, Wabtec Corporation, and General Electric. Mr. Duggal is not related to any other Director of the Company.
Furthermore, Mr. Irfan Ali has been appointed as the Company Secretary & Compliance Officer and designated as Key Managerial Personnel (KMP), also effective October 9, 2026. Mr. Ali is an accomplished Company Secretarial professional with about 20 years of post-qualification experience across various sectors including pharmaceuticals, automotive, real estate, and media. His expertise spans corporate governance, secretarial compliances, M&A, FEMA compliances, shareholder services, and board management. He holds a CS qualification from ICSI and an M. Com degree from Allahabad University.
In addition, the Board accepted the resignation of Mr. Jason Wesley Johnson from the position of Non-Executive Director, effective at the close of business hours on October 9, 2026. The Board expressed its appreciation for his valuable contributions during his tenure. Mr. Johnson cited other preoccupations and professional commitments as reasons for his resignation. The company has submitted the requisite details as per SEBI LODR regulations.
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