Schneider Electric

Schneider Electric has appointed Preeti Bajaj as executive vice president, marking a significant leadership development at the global energy management and automation major. The move underscores the company’s focus on strengthening its leadership bench as it accelerates growth across digitalization, sustainability and advanced energy solutions. Bajaj brings extensive experience in technology-led businesses, organizational transformation and customer-centric strategy.

Schneider Electric, a global leader in energy management and industrial automation, has entered a strategic partnership with the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) to collaborate on automation technologies. The partnership aims to leverage Schneider’s expertise in smart energy systems, industrial automation, and digital solutions to enhance ISRO’s operational efficiency and mission-critical processes.

Schneider Electric has announced the appointment of Jai Sharma as its new Chief Financial Officer (CFO) for its India operations, marking a key leadership change for the global energy management and automation company. Sharma, a seasoned finance professional with decades of cross-sector experience, will oversee financial strategy, governance, and capital management for the company’s expanding Indian business.

In a strategic move to consolidate its operations and deepen its footprint in India, Schneider Electric has finalized the acquisition of operations previously run in partnership with Larsen & Toubro. The deal involves full ownership of the Low Voltage and Automation business (LV&A), which was previously operated as a joint venture. By assuming control of this unit, Schneider Electric strengthens its position in the fast-growing Indian industrial automation and energy management sectors.