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  • Panasonic merges industry and energy divisions to power growth in India

    Panasonic merges industry and energy divisions to power growth in India

    MUMBAI: When energy meets industry, sparks are bound to fly and Panasonic just flipped the switch. Panasonic Life Solutions India (PLSIND) has strategically merged its Industrial Devices (INDD) and Energy Solutions (ESD) divisions into a single powerhouse: Panasonic Industry & Energy India (PIDEIN). The move promises sleeker operations, sharper customer focus, and a jolt of innovation for the Indian market.

    Helming the new entity is Narayan Kumar, who steps in as chief business officer. Previously the divisional director of INDD, Kumar brings a mix of strategic vision and hands-on B2B experience, reporting directly to PLSIND MD and CEO Tadashi Chiba.

    Commenting on the integration, Chiba said, “By bringing together our Energy and Industry divisions under PIDEIN, we are unlocking new opportunities to innovate and deliver solutions that truly matter. With Narayan’s leadership, we are confident PIDEIN will strengthen our market presence and drive sustainable growth in India.”

    Kumar added, “India is at a critical inflection point as a global manufacturing hub. PIDEIN combines electronic and electromechanical components with energy solutions across Automotive (ICE & EV), Infra ICT, HVAC, and Automation segments. Together, we can help customers build products for a self-sustaining and greener future.”

    Panasonic’s Industrial Devices portfolio in India covers advanced electronic and electromechanical components including passives, sensors, relays, microswitches, BLDC motors, as well as automation products like servo systems, PLCs, HMIs, and sensing solutions. On the energy side, the ESD division supports India’s green push with lithium-ion batteries for EVs, renewable energy storage systems, and energy management solutions for residential, commercial, and industrial clients.

    The consolidation into PIDEIN signals more than just a rebranding, it reflects Panasonic’s drive to streamline operations, foster collaboration, and accelerate innovation. By uniting diverse technologies under one umbrella, the company aims to deliver tailor-made solutions while advancing its global mission of sustainable and customer-centric growth.

    With Narayan Kumar at the helm and a clear roadmap for integrated growth, PIDEIN is set to energise India’s industrial and energy landscape, proving that when the right sparks meet, the future truly lights up.

  • Anisha Sarin joins Metal as ECD

    MUMBAI: Salt Brand Solutions‘ Anisha Sarin has joined Metal Communications Mumbai office as executive creative director. She is one of the founding members of Salt Brand Solutions.

    Sarin will report to Metal Communications director and creative chief Narayan Kumar.

    Sarin will be part of the core team that drives acquisition for Metal and will also supervise and drive the agency‘s creative product.

    Metal Communications VP Ambarish Ray said, “Anisha is taking charge of creative disciple and creative department at our Mumbai office. She will be involved in the business and lead all our business and clients.”

    In the past Sarin has worked with Ambience, Enterprise Nexus, Alok Nanda & Company, Grey, Ulka and Rediffusion Y&R and has experience in working with brands like Taj, Orra Diamond Jewellery, Crossword, Himalayan Water, Kingfisher Airlines to Lakme, Whisper, Esselworld, Parachute, Saffola, Tata Motors, Amul and Rasna.