Rittal India has announced the appointment of Mathew Jacob as Chief Executive Officer, effective June 1, 2026. The leadership transition marks an important milestone for the company as it prepares to accelerate growth, deepen customer engagement, and strengthen its position in the industrial infrastructure and technology solutions market.
Mathew Jacob succeeds Ajay Bhargava, who concludes a successful 16-year tenure leading Rittal India. Under Mr Bhargava’s leadership, the company expanded its market presence and established itself as a trusted provider of industrial enclosures, power distribution systems, climate control technologies, and IT infrastructure solutions across multiple industries.
A seasoned industry professional with more than three decades of experience, Mr Jacob brings extensive expertise in engineering, sales leadership, business development, product management, strategic planning, and customer relationship management. Throughout his career, he has held leadership positions with organizations including Standard Batteries, Larsen & Toubro, and Schneider Electric.
Over the last eight years, Mr Jacob has been a key member of Rittal India’s leadership team. Most recently serving as Vice President – Sales and Marketing, he played a central role in expanding the company’s customer base, strengthening market visibility, and driving sustained business growth. His contributions have helped enhance customer engagement while supporting the company’s long-term strategic objectives.
Mr Jacob holds an engineering degree from Delhi College of Engineering and a postgraduate qualification in Marketing Management from LIBA. He has also completed executive education programmes at the Indian Institute of Management and Harvard University, combining technical expertise with a strong foundation in leadership and business strategy.
Commenting on his appointment, Mr Jacob said he is honored to lead the organization during a period of significant opportunity for the industry and the company. He highlighted the strength of Rittal India’s workforce, customer relationships, and innovation-driven culture, noting that these foundations will support the company’s future growth ambitions. He also emphasized the importance of delivering customer-focused solutions that address evolving industrial requirements while creating long-term value.
As Chief Executive Officer, Mr Jacob will oversee the company’s strategic direction, operational growth, and market expansion initiatives. His priorities include strengthening customer partnerships, driving innovation, enhancing organizational agility, and expanding the company’s leadership across key industry segments.
Established in India in 1997, Rittal operates a modern manufacturing facility in Doddaballapur near Bengaluru and maintains a nationwide network of sales, service, and support operations. Backed by the global expertise of Rittal GmbH and the Friedhelm Loh Group, the company continues to deliver advanced industrial and IT infrastructure solutions that improve efficiency, reliability, and sustainability for customers across India.
