KAS Group, a leading Indian engineering company serving the semiconductor, electronics and advanced manufacturing sectors, has appointed Vijayakumar Gobbaka as General Manager – Business Development. The appointment comes as the company expands its semiconductor infrastructure business and strengthens its presence in India’s fast-growing semiconductor manufacturing ecosystem.
In his new role, Mr Gobbaka will lead business development for the Group’s UHP Technologies division. He will focus on building strategic customer relationships, expanding business in India and overseas, and supporting the company’s long-term growth plans in semiconductor infrastructure, solar and advanced manufacturing.
The appointment comes at a time when India’s semiconductor industry is witnessing significant investment and rapid expansion. Backed by government initiatives and increasing participation from global manufacturers, the sector is creating new opportunities for companies involved in semiconductor equipment, precision engineering and manufacturing infrastructure.
KAS Group has been strengthening its capabilities across ultra-high-purity gas and chemical delivery systems, semiconductor process utilities, precision equipment manufacturing and contract manufacturing for semiconductor capital equipment. The company is also expanding production at its Doddaballapur manufacturing facility to meet growing demand from domestic and international customers.
Mr Gobbaka brings more than 20 years of experience across the semiconductor, petrochemical, oil and gas and nuclear engineering industries. During his career, he has worked with organisations including Reliance Industries, SI Group India, Schneider Electric and Tata Consulting Engineers. He has handled engineering, project management and business development assignments and was also associated with the ITER nuclear fusion project in France. He later led strategic business initiatives for global companies such as Saudi Aramco and SABIC. He holds an Executive MBA from the joint programme offered by IIT Bombay and Washington University in St. Louis.
Speaking on his appointment, Vijayakumar Gobbaka said India is entering an important phase in semiconductor manufacturing, where engineering capability and execution will play a major role in building globally competitive businesses. He said KAS Group has developed strong expertise in semiconductor infrastructure and precision manufacturing, and he looks forward to expanding partnerships with global equipment manufacturers while supporting the company’s growth in international markets.
Manjunath Jyothinagara, Managing Director of KAS Group, said the company is preparing for the next phase of growth as India emerges as an important destination for semiconductor manufacturing. He added that Gobbaka’s experience in engineering and industrial business development will help strengthen customer relationships, support manufacturing expansion and enhance the company’s position in global markets.
Headquartered in Bengaluru, KAS Group operates through UHP Technologies, KASTECH Semiconductor Equipment and KASFAB Tools. Together, these businesses provide engineering, manufacturing and infrastructure solutions for the semiconductor, electronics, renewable energy, battery and pharmaceutical industries. With continued investments in technology, manufacturing and leadership, KAS Group aims to play a larger role in strengthening India’s semiconductor manufacturing ecosystem and serving customers across global markets.
