Hansgrohe Group, a global leader in premium bathroom and kitchen solutions, has announced the appointment of Abdulkader Bengali as Managing Director for its India operations, effective August 18, 2025. Bringing with him over two decades of leadership experience across building materials, construction, and manufacturing sectors, Abdulkader will play a pivotal role in driving Hansgrohe’s growth and strengthening its presence in the Indian market.
Before joining Hansgrohe, Abdulkader served as Chief Operating Officer at ALP Aeroflex, where he led business transformation initiatives and operational excellence across the organization. Prior to that, he was the Business Director for Doka India & SAARC, where he successfully steered the company’s growth strategy in the region, expanding its footprint in the construction and infrastructure space. His career reflects a strong track record of translating vision into results across diverse industries and geographies.
Abdulkader has also held senior leadership roles at AkzoNobel, Pidilite Industries, Owens Corning, and Saint-Gobain Glass. At Pidilite, he spearheaded the Large Waterproofing Group and Business Development for Construction Chemicals, while at Owens Corning, he headed Sales & Marketing, driving revenue growth and market penetration. His entrepreneurial leadership was also demonstrated during his stint as CEO of Hanita Coatings Israel, where he built strong business synergies and drove international growth.
Starting his career with Voltas in sales management and later moving to Saint-Gobain India, Abdulkader built his expertise in key account management, institutional sales, and customer engagement early on. His diverse leadership journey across multinational organizations has equipped him with deep insights into customer-centric growth, business expansion, and sustainable value creation.
As Managing Director at Hansgrohe India, Abdulkader Bengali will lead the company’s strategy, operations, and customer engagement initiatives, aligning with the group’s global vision while tailoring solutions for the dynamic Indian market. His appointment underscores Hansgrohe’s commitment to strengthening its leadership team and expanding its innovation-driven approach in India’s fast-growing bathroom and kitchen solutions segment.