Pune: Hansgrohe Group, the globally renowned Black Forest-based manufacturer of premium bathroom and kitchen solutions, today announced the appointment of Abdulkader Bengali as Managing Director for its India operations, effective August 18, 2025. This move underscores the company’s strategic focus on accelerating growth in one of the world’s most dynamic and fast-evolving markets.
Bengali brings over 25 years of distinguished leadership in the construction and building materials industry. Most recently, as Senior Vice President at Sintex BAPL, he successfully led the Water Management Solutions division with ambitious growth targets. Earlier, as Chief Operating Officer at ALP Aeroflex, he played a pivotal role in a major business transformation. His international perspective was further strengthened during his tenure heading Owens Corning’s India and SAARC operations.
A gold medalist in Engineering from NIT Surat and an Executive MBA graduate from SP Jain, Bengali is widely recognized for his ability to deliver business turnarounds, drive sales excellence, and optimize operations to achieve sustainable growth.
Expressing confidence in the appointment, Thomas Stopper, Vice President Asia, Hansgrohe Group, said, “We are delighted to welcome Abdulkader Bengali to the Hansgrohe family. His exceptional track record in transforming businesses and deep expertise in the Indian market make him the ideal leader to drive our continued expansion in this strategic region. Bengali’s results-oriented approach and proven ability to scale operations align perfectly with our commitment to bringing world-class bathroom and kitchen solutions to Indian consumers.”
The appointment comes at a crucial juncture, as India’s bath fittings market is projected to reach USD 11.49 billion in 2025 and grow at a CAGR of 7.74% to touch USD 16.67 billion by 2030. Within this, the luxury fittings segment is set to nearly double from USD 5.27 billion in 2024 to USD 10.93 billion by 2032, fueled by rising disposable incomes and rapid urbanization.
Founded in 1901 in Germany, the Hansgrohe Group has built a global reputation for its innovative designs, superior quality, and sustainable water technologies. With a presence in more than 190 countries, the company continues to set benchmarks in bathroom and kitchen solutions through its commitment to functionality, aesthetics, and environmental responsibility.
With Abdulkader Bengali at the helm of Indian operations, Hansgrohe is poised to strengthen its market presence and capitalize on the growing opportunities in this high-potential market.
