Tata AutoComp Systems appoints Manoj Kolhatkar as MD & CEO

Dec 04, 2024

Manoj Kolhatkar brings 22 years of experience within the Tata Group, including roles at Tata Motors and TACO.
Tata AutoComp Systems Limited (TACO) has appointed Manoj Kolhatkar as its new Managing Director & CEO. Kolhatkar, a Tata veteran with over two decades of experience in the automotive industry, joins TACO from the ANAND Group.

Arvind Goel, Chairman, Tata AutoComp Systems Limited, said: “It gives me great pleasure to welcome Manoj Kolhatkar to the Tata AutoComp family. His extensive industry knowledge, visionary leadership, and track record of driving transformative growth align perfectly with Tata AutoComp’s mission to innovate and excel. As we navigate an exciting phase of expansion and diversification, Manoj’s strategic acumen and commitment to excellence will undoubtedly propel us to new heights.”

Experience

Manoj Kolhatkar brings 22 years of experience within the Tata Group, including roles at Tata Motors and TACO. His 13-year tenure at the ANAND Group saw him serve as Managing Director of Gabriel India and Group Co-COO. In this latter role, he oversaw corporate functions and spearheaded multiple joint ventures. This experience positions him to lead TACO's expansion and innovation strategies.

Manoj Kolhatkar said: “I am deeply privileged to join Tata AutoComp Systems Limited as Managing Director & CEO. TACO has established itself as a trailblazer in the automotive industry, and I am excited to lead the organization in its next phase of innovation and global expansion."

"Together with our talented team and valued partners, we will strive to deliver transformative solutions, strengthen our foothold in diversified industries, and create sustainable value for all our stakeholders. I am committed to upholding TACO’s legacy of excellence while shaping a future of growth and opportunity,” he added.