JSW Infrastructure appoints Arun Maheshwari as its Joint MD & CEO

JSW Infrastructure, part of the USD 13 billion JSW Group, appointed Arun Maheshwari as its Joint Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer.

Bengaluru: JSW Infrastructure, part of the USD 13 billion JSW Group, appointed Arun Maheshwari as its Joint Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer. Arun will report to Sajjan Jindal, Chairman of JSW group and oversee the next phase of company growth and expansion.

Maheshwari will be based in Mumbai. Maheshwari has been associated with JSW Group since November 1995 and has handled multiple roles and responsibilities, including his role as Executive Vice-president (commercial), JSW Steel.

Commenting on the appointment, Sajjan Jindal, Chairman of JSW Group, said, “Arun has extensive experience in handling multiple responsibilities within the JSW Group. He has proven his abilities in driving performance, enhancing returns and working seamlessly with stakeholders. His experience and performance ability will be valuable as JSW Infrastructure looks to grow and expand its position in the Indian infrastructure sector.”

Announcement of Maheshwari's appointment coincides with JSW Infrastructure’s plans to increase its capacities to 200 MTPA by 2021 with a view to focus on grasping cargo trade opportunities in India and internationally.

JSW Infrastructure currently operates ports and terminals across Maharashtra, Karnataka and Goa. It is also developing terminals at Paradip to enter new avenues of coastal shipping and achieve economies of scale. Internationally, the company operates a terminal at Fujairah Port.