Atlas Copco Group, a global provider of industrial compressors, vacuum technology, power equipment, tools, and assembly solutions, has announced the appointment of Bhavin Pandya as General Manager of its Compressor Technique Customer Center in India. Welcoming the appointment, Thierry Monart, Managing Director, Atlas Copco (India) Pvt Ltd, said that Bhavin’s return to India comes at a pivotal time for the company. He noted that Bhavin’s extensive international exposure and deep familiarity with Atlas Copco’s values and operating culture will play a key role in strengthening the company’s position as India’s industrial manufacturing landscape continues to expand. His leadership, Mr Monart added, is expected to accelerate growth and enhance value creation for customers and stakeholders alike.
Bhavin Pandya has been associated with Atlas Copco Group since 2004, during which he has held several critical leadership roles. These include serving as Operations Manager for the Gas & Process Division, leading sourcing initiatives for product companies in Dapodi and Chakan, and heading the Industrial Technique business in India as General Manager.
In 2019, Bhavin relocated to Prague to oversee Industrial Technique operations across Eastern Europe. In this role, he managed business activities spanning 16 countries as General Manager of the Customer Centre, while also serving as Managing Director of the local organization. A mechanical engineer by training with an MBA from Nirma Institute of Management, he brings over three decades of professional experience, including nine years prior to joining Atlas Copco, during which he worked across application engineering, product marketing, and service sales within the compressor domain.
Sharing his perspective on returning to India, Bhavin Pandya said that the country is undergoing a period of rapid transformation, making it an exciting phase to take on this responsibility. He expressed enthusiasm about collaborating closely with customers, partners, and teams to deliver advanced solutions that offer higher reliability, superior energy efficiency, reduced environmental impact, and an enhanced customer experience, supported by strong service capabilities and an integrated physical and digital footprint.
In his new role, Bhavin will be responsible for steering the Compressor Technique business through its next stage of growth in India. His priorities will include deepening customer engagement, broadening the product and solutions portfolio, and building a resilient, future-oriented organization aligned with evolving market needs.
Atlas Copco Group drives technological advancement by delivering innovative products, services, and solutions that help shape the future of industry and support customer success. Through its four core business segments, the Group provides advanced technologies in air and gas compression, vacuum and abatement systems, automated assembly and inspection, mobile energy solutions, power generation, and portable as well as industrial flow equipment. In 2024, Atlas Copco Group reported revenues of BSEK 177 and employed approximately 55,000 people worldwide.
Atlas Copco (India) Pvt Ltd commenced its operations in 1960 and today maintains a strong presence across the country, with its registered office located in Pune. As of 31 March 2025, the Indian entity employs over 3,800 people and recorded revenues of around INR 5,790 crore.
