Arvind Kumar takes over as Director (Refineries) of Indian Oil

Arvind Kumar Appointed Director (Refineries) at Indian Oil

New Delhi: Indian Oil, the oil Maharatna, announced on Wednesday that Arvind Kumar has assumed office as Director (Refineries). Previously serving as Managing Director of Chennai Petroleum Corporation Limited (CPCL), a group company of Indian Oil, Kumar brings a wealth of experience and achievements to his new role.

During his tenure at CPCL, Kumar spearheaded significant achievements, including the turnaround of CPCL and Manali refinery, achieving record throughput in fiscal year 2023-24. His strategic leadership enabled CPCL to produce nationally significant fuels such as ISROSENE and JP-7, critical for ISRO and DRDO.

Before CPCL, Kumar served as Executive Director (Projects) at Indian Oil's Refineries Headquarters and as Executive Director & Refinery Head at Mathura Refinery from 2020-21. He also chaired Indian Additives Limited (IAL), a joint venture specializing in lubricating oil additives, achieving record profits in 2023-24. Additionally, he served on the Board of Cauvery Basin Refinery and Petrochemicals Limited (CBRPL), overseeing a new refinery and petrochemicals complex in Nagapattinam.

Arvind Kumar holds a Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering, a Master's Degree in Business Administration, and is a Certified Project Director (IPMA Level A) by the International Project Management Association (IPMA). With a distinguished 34-year career in the oil & gas sector, Kumar is well-positioned to drive Indian Oil's refinery operations forward.