Synergy Capital Announces A New Executive Director

Synergy Capital, a fast-growing private equity fund manager specialising in the industrials and infrastructure verticals, is pleased to announce the appointment of Sandeep Maheshwari as Executive Director.

Sandeep is a highly experienced professional in the stainless steel and carbon steel industry, bringing over 33 years of comprehensive expertise. He has held leadership roles in operations, business development and technical innovation.

A postgraduate from the Indian Institute of Technology Bombay with an M.Tech in Process Metallurgy, Sandeep most recently served as Executive Director and Board Member at Viraj Profiles Pvt. Ltd., a leading manufacturer and exporter of stainless steel long products. Sandeep was instrumental in increasing productivity and developing high-grade stainless steel products for specialized applications in LNG carriers, petrochemical units and automotive components.

Prior to this, Sandeep was the CEO of African Steel Mills in Nigeria, where he spearheaded significant business expansion, introduced cost-effective products and optimized operational efficiency, driving substantial revenue and profitability growth. Sandeep also held various senior roles at Jindal Stainless Limited over a 28 year tenure, during which he contributed to advancements in product development, R&D and quality assurance.

Sandeep has collaborated with key regulatory bodies such as the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) and the Research Design & Standards Organisation (RDSO) to promote indigenous stainless steel for critical applications. He has represented India on numerous international platforms, fostering global collaborations.

Sandeep was also focused on sustainable practices in stainless steel manufacturing, aiming to reduce carbon footprints and enhance environmental responsibility within the industry.

Sudhir Maheshwari, Founder and Managing Partner of Synergy Capital, commented: