SPIC Appoints Mr. Manikkan Sangameswaran as Independent Director and Mr. K R Anandan as Whole Time Director (Finance)
SPIC appointed Mr. Manikkan Sangameswaran as an Independent Director and Mr. K R Anandan as Whole Time Director (Finance) and CFO. Both appointments are effective February 13, 2026, and are subject to shareholder approval. Mr. Sangameswaran brings expertise in renewable energy and investment banking, while Mr. Anandan has extensive experience in finance and accounting.
The appointment of key management personnel can significantly influence the company's strategic direction and operational efficiency, thus having a medium-term impact.
The appointment of experienced directors is generally viewed positively as it can bring valuable expertise and strategic direction to the company.
Southern Petrochemical Industries Corporation Limited (SPIC) announced the appointment of two new directors to its board following a board meeting held on February 13, 2026.
Mr. Manikkan Sangameswaran has been appointed as a Non-Executive - Independent Director for a period of 5 years, effective February 13, 2026, subject to shareholder approval. Mr. Sangameswaran, a Mechanical Engineer with a Master's Degree in Management Studies, brings nearly three decades of experience in renewable energy, infrastructure, and investment banking. His profile highlights his leadership roles at Radiance Renewables, ICICI Venture, Babcock & Brown, and ABN AMRO, and his entrepreneurial ventures.
Additionally, Mr. K R Anandan has been appointed as an Additional Director in the category of Non-Independent Executive Director, effective February 13, 2026. His appointment as Whole Time Director (Finance) for a period of 3 years is also subject to shareholder approval. Mr. Anandan is a qualified Chartered Accountant, Cost Accountant, and Company Secretary with over 33 years of experience in diverse sectors. He has held CFO positions in various companies, including Greenstar Fertilizers Limited and Tamilnadu Petroproducts Limited, and is responsible for the company's financial planning, risk management, and investment oversight.
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