Dangote Cement names Arvind Pathak as new CMD

13 Mar 2023 CW Team

Dangote Cement Plc has appointed Arvind Pathak as its new CEO and Managing Director. Pathak will succeed Frenchman Michel Puchercos, who has been in charge for three years.

The new CEO took office on March 1. Pathak was the CEO of India's Birla Corp before joining Dangote Cement as COO and deputy managing director. He previously served as regional CEO at Mumbai-based Associated Cement and has over 30 years of experience transforming businesses, spearheading critical greenfield projects, and overseeing operations and plant maintenance.

"In accordance with the Companies and Allied Matters Act, the appointment of Mr Arvind Pathak will be included on the Agenda at the next Annual General Meeting for ratification by the shareholders," Dangote Cement said.

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