SKF Engineering & Lubrication India Pvt Ltd, a key player in bearings, lubrication technologies, and rotating equipment services, has appointed Divya Purohit as the new head of its Lubrication Lifetime Solutions (LLS) operations in India. In this role, Mr Purohit will oversee SKF’s lubrication solutions segment—one of the company’s fastest-growing business areas—focusing on product innovation, streamlined operations, and customer-driven delivery models.
Mr Purohit brings more than 20 years of experience in industrial leadership across South Asia, Europe, the Middle East, and Africa. Prior to joining SKF, he held leadership roles at Bühler Group and Atlas Copco, where he led regional business expansions and strengthened organisational capabilities in high-performance environments.
Speaking on the appointment, Divya Purohit, India Head – LLS, SKF, said “With India’s industrial growth accelerating, there is a significant opportunity to enhance reliability and efficiency through advanced lubrication technologies. SKF’s manufacturing presence in Bangalore gives us the scale and capability to address this demand locally while aligning with national priorities like Make in India.”
He added, “Our goal is to develop solutions that are not only technically sound but also easy to adopt, maintain, and scale across industrial applications. We will continue to build on our existing foundation, integrating digital tools and smart technologies to improve both system performance and long-term value for our customers.”
Under his leadership, the LLS business will increase its focus on domestic manufacturing, expand service infrastructure, and accelerate the development of locally relevant solutions by leveraging SKF’s global expertise. SKF’s lubrication business draws on more than 360 years of collective experience from legacy brands including Lincoln, RecondOil, Alemite, Mityvac, and JSG. These technologies support improved machine performance, extended equipment life, and greater energy efficiency.
At the core of the LLS offering is the 5+1R framework, which ensures precise delivery of the right lubricant, in the correct amount, through the right method, to the right location, at the right time—enhanced by real-time system connectivity. This approach reduces unplanned downtime and lowers total maintenance costs.
SKF provides a comprehensive range of lubrication systems—from manual to fully automated solutions—designed to eliminate contamination, reduce friction, and optimize machinery uptime. By integrating these systems with condition monitoring and data-driven maintenance, SKF enables clients to improve operational safety, asset reliability, and lifecycle performance.
Founded in 1907, SKF is a global leader in bearing technologies, lubrication systems, seals, condition monitoring, and engineering services. With operations in over 130 countries and a distribution network of 17,000+ locations, SKF focuses on reducing friction and improving energy efficiency across industries. In 2024, SKF reported sales of SEK 98,722 million and employed 38,743 people worldwide.
