Founded by two Scotsmen, Stephen George Balmer and Alexander Lawrie, in Kolkata, Balmer Lawrie & Co. Ltd. started its corporate journey as a Partnership Firm on 1st February 1867. Traversing the 157 years gone by, today Balmer Lawrie is a Miniratna - I Public Sector Enterprise under the Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas, Govt. of India, with a turnover of Rs. 2383 crores and a profit of Rs. 154 crores.
Balmer Lawrie is a diversified PSE leveraging technology and innovation for manufacturing and providing world class solutions.
Balmer Lawrie adheres to robust corporate governance practices, emphasising on transparency, accountability, and ethical conduct to ensure sustainable business growth and stakeholder trust.
Balmer Lawrie regularly invites tenders for various projects and services, promoting fair competition and transparency in the procurement process.
Balmer Lawrie through regular press releases, events and newsletters, ensures that its stakeholders are well-informed about the company's latest developments and achievements.
Balmer Lawrie & Co. Ltd., a Mini Ratna Category-I PSE under the Ministry of Petroleum & Natural Gas, GOI has announced an important leadership change at the Board level. Mr. Adika Ratna Sekhar, has taken over as Chairman & Managing Director of the Company, with effect from 3rd November, 2021. He also holds the position of Director [HR & CA] and Director [Manufacturing Businesses] – Additional Charge.
Mr. Adika Ratna Sekhar has over 35 years of experience in leading multicultural organizations in Human Resources Management, Industrial Relations and Administration. A keen strategist with a flair for designing and implementing innovative strategies, he is credited for HR interventions in line with industry standards. A seasoned professional, he believes in diversity, inclusion and change as the drivers of business growth. He has been Director on Board since May 2018 and has significantly contributed to the growth of the organization in his various roles.
Sunday Dec 29 2024
