Vivek Bhide, Regional President, India, and Group Transformation Officer of John Cockerill India Limited – an engineering and equipment-based solutions provider – has been appointed as the President of the Indo-Belgian-Luxembourg Chamber of Commerce & Industry (IBLCCI), succeeding Mr. Mukesh Malhotra, Country Manager & Managing Director of Syensqo India. Bhide’s appointment coincides with IBLCCI’s 60th anniversary celebrations, which is a significant milestone in the history of business ties between India, Belgium, and Luxembourg. As the 61st President of the Chamber, Bhide will play a pivotal role in fostering continued economic growth and collaboration among the member nations.
The event was graced by the presence of H.E. Mr. Didier Vanderhasselt, Ambassador of Belgium to India, and Mr. Frank Geerkens, Consul General of Belgium, further underscoring the strength of the relationship between the countries. Additionally, Dr Sharmila Amin – Managing Director South Asia-India at Bertling Logistics India, and Mr. Vasant Pathak, Vice President of NABROS Transport Pvt. Ltd., were re-elected as Vice Presidents of the IBLCCI.
Commenting on the appointment, Mr. Vivek Bhide said, “I am honored to take on the role of President of the Indo-Belgian-Luxembourg Chamber of Commerce & Industry. Strengthening business and trade relations among nations is crucial for mutual economic growth, and we shall continue to find ways to expand them. Together, we will look to drive collaboration, innovation, and growth to deepen trade relationships between the member countries.”
About Vivek Bhide
Vivek Bhide has over 34 years of exposure to the chemicals and industrial manufacturing industries. As the Regional President, India, and Group Transformation Officer at John Cockerill, Bhide brings a wealth of experience to his role at IBLCCI. With his deep understanding of Indian and international markets, techno-commercial expertise, and experience of driving John Cockerill’s growth in India, Bhide is well-positioned to strengthen the Indo-Belgian-Luxembourg economic partnership.
Prior to his current role at John Cockerill, he was the Managing Director of John Cockerill India Limited and a member of the Extended Group Executive Committee. Before joining John Cockerill, Bhide worked in process engineering and R&D at DuPont in the US, where he led several key projects in technology, manufacturing, new business development, and analytical science. Upon returning to India, he held various leadership roles, including leading DuPont’s Packaging and Industrial Polymers business for South Asia and managing global marketing for the company’s pigment business. Bhide holds a Bachelor of Technology in Mechanical Engineering from the Indian Institute of Technology, Mumbai, and a Master of Science in Statistics from the University of Delaware, USA. He also has a Certificate in Disruptive Strategy from Harvard Business School.
About the John Cockerill Group
John Cockerill, a $2 billion group, is a global leader in engineering and technology solutions. The company operates in 29 countries and employs over 8,000 people worldwide. In India, the company has over 500 employees and plays a crucial role in the nation’s journey towards self-reliance. John Cockerill is committed to delivering innovative and sustainable industrial, hydrogen, energy, and defense solutions that are critical to India’s future.
As a pioneer in equipment and services for the treatment of steel and non-ferrous metals, John Cockerill is at the forefront of strengthening India’s steel sector. The company’s advanced technologies enable the production of next-generation automotive and specialised steel products domestically, reinforcing India’s industrial capabilities. John Cockerill is also supporting India’s ambition to become a global export hub for electrolysers, green molecules, and green hydrogen solutions, while advancing the country’s decarbonization goals with energy-efficient industrial boilers and cooling systems.
In the defense sector, John Cockerill is building strategic partnerships to enhance India’s military capabilities by providing advanced weapon systems and simulations, further contributing to the country’s security and technological prowess.
