Lohum appoints Arun Mittal as CEO to lead India operations

19 Nov 2024 CW Team

Lohum, India’s largest producer and processor of sustainable critical minerals, on Wednesday announced the appointment of Arun Mittal as Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Lohum India, part of Lohum Corporation, with immediate effect. Mittal, who joins from Exide Energy where he was Managing Director and CEO, brings nearly 30 years of experience in the battery industry to his new role.

Mittal's industry background includes leading Exide’s lithium-ion technology initiatives for e-mobility applications and expanding its operations in Southeast Asia. A member of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI), Institute of Company Secretaries of India (ICSI), and Institute of Cost Accountants of India (ICMAI), Mittal combines industry expertise with financial and governance knowledge.

Commenting on his new role, Mittal said, “I am committed to driving Lohum's vision of fostering material circularity and advancing energy sustainability through the next stage of its growth.”

Rajat Verma, Founder and CEO of Lohum Corporation, said that Mittal’s experience in the energy sector would support Lohum’s efforts to strengthen its position in sustainable battery materials.

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