Kalpesh Patel, ex-MD & CEO of Kemrock Industries & Exports Ltd., has an outstanding career with achievements in the Advance Composites arena Kalpesh Patel was the key person who made this success story of Kemrock Industries & Exports Ltd. He played a key role in putting up India’s first carbon fibre plant, which was inaugurated by the then President of India, Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam.
Patel, through Kemrock Industries, which he headed, was responsible for a good part of the carbon fiber composites and prepregs used in aerospace, defense and wind energy sectors.
Kemrock Industries bears testimony to, would you please, that stems from Mr. Patel’s vision and his stout resolve of setting up a self-sufficient domestic capability in composite product manufacturing for aerospace, defense, and wind energy segments. The company’s capability in carbon fiber was a strong strategic fit with its existing resin production, technical fabric capability and moulding ability.
After the acquisition of Kemrock by Reliance Industries Ltd…. Patel began his own Consultancy & Business Advisory in the domain of Advance Composites, drawing upon two decades worth practical experience to help companies overcome roadblocks and complexities. He offers strategy, operations and innovation advice for businesses in diverse industries today.
The composite industry market size is growing at an annual rate of 10.8% and expected to reach USD 181.7 billion by full-time CAGR in the year of Composite Based on North America, Europe enjoys highest share, while Asia pacific will surely take a lacey growth over years As a next step, future Make in India projects could be for carbon fibre production — if India wants to have technologically self-sufficient economic states at all and perhaps compete globally.
The industry is still feeling the effects of Patel’s vision, as it drives many new ventures and fuels innovative advancements in advanced materials. His understanding is important in helping take this to the next level,Read More, that India can comfortably seat as a pioneer of global progress.Read Less
Once a trailblazer in carbon fiber technology, Patel has evolved into highly successful business consultant because of his insight and leadership. His track record as a change catalyst, growth accelerator and performance deliverer has earned him respect in the business world.
While Patel carries on helping businesses get successful, he left an ageless legacy by being a pioneering force behind carbon fiber and as a business mentor.
