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AM/NS India Strengthens Leadership for Growth
28 Apr
Summary
- Nobuo Okochi appointed CFO effective July 1, 2026.
- Amit Harlalka to become CEO on July 1, 2026.
- Company expands capacity and aims for 40 MTPA.
ArcelorMittal Nippon Steel India (AM/NS India) announced significant leadership changes, with Nobuo Okochi appointed as Chief Financial Officer (CFO) effective July 1, 2026. This appointment is a strategic move following the upcoming elevation of Amit Harlalka to Chief Executive Officer (CEO) on the same date. Harlalka will succeed Dilip Oommen, who is retiring.
These leadership transitions are designed to ensure continuity and stability within the senior management team. Okochi, with over four decades of experience at Nippon Steel Corporation, will oversee AM/NS India's financial operations, strategy, and governance. His expertise in managing large-scale industrial investments and complex global operations is expected to be crucial.
The company is actively pursuing expansion, including laying the foundation for a new greenfield steel plant in Andhra Pradesh. AM/NS India aims to grow its crude steelmaking capacity to 40 million tonnes per annum (MTPA), with ongoing expansion at its Hazira facility to reach 15 MTPA. This strategic growth, coupled with a focus on value-added products and sustainability, positions AM/NS India for long-term development.
