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A new era of leadership as Alok Verma becomes Group CEO, bringing international energy expertise to drive future innovation and worldwide reach.
SINGAPORE, Sept. 2, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Singaporean lithium-ion battery cell and pack manufacturer, Durapower Holdings Private Limited ("Durapower"), together with its subsidiaries ("the Group"), today officially announced key leadership changes as part of its strategy to propel the company's next phase of innovation, growth, and expansion. Mr Alok Verma has been appointed Group Chief Executive Officer, Mr James Rama Phataminviphas has been appointed Executive Chairman after serving as Chairman of the Board since 2024, and Mr Kelvin Lim, who served as Group CEO for over a decade, has been promoted to Group President.
This transition underscores Durapower's strategic succession planning, ensuring leadership continuity while bringing fresh perspectives to meet the fast-growing global demand for e-mobility, stationary energy storage, and renewable energy solutions. Building on more than 15 years at the forefront of automotive, battery, and clean energy innovation, and fuelled by advanced research and development and global intellectual property licensing, Durapower, as a vertically integrated battery manufacturer, delivers state‑of‑the‑art lithium‑based energy storage systems worldwide. Its technologies have powered vehicles over one billion electric kilometres while maintaining exemplary safety standards. Supported by a 500‑strong team spanning China, Singapore, and Europe, Durapower continues to achieve rapid revenue growth and maintains a strong presence in 25 countries and more than 70 cities.
Mr Verma brings over 20 years of operational leadership, commercial strategy, and international business experience across the energy, manufacturing, and technology sectors. Most recently, as Global Vice President, Energy Storage & Strategy at BanpuNEXT, he developed a 1.5 GW battery energy storage strategy, led major acquisitions in Australia, and oversaw large-scale Battery Energy Storage System deployment in Japan. His previous roles include senior leadership positions at Jinko Solar Australia, where he expanded the utility-scale solar and storage business, and at Honeywell International, where he launched renewable energy product lines and executed multimillion-dollar projects across the Asia Pacific and Europe. Mr Verma also serves as a board director on various boards in the renewable energy sector.
With an MBA in Strategy & Finance from the Indian Institute of Management, Bangalore and a Chemical Engineering degree from the Indian Institute of Technology, Delhi, together with advanced executive programmes at INSEAD and Monash University, Mr Verma combines deep technical and management expertise with proven strategic vision.
As Executive Chairman, Mr Phataminviphas continues to lead the board and play an active role in shaping the company's long-term strategic direction, strengthening key stakeholder relationships, and driving partnership development.
Mr James Rama Phataminviphas, Executive Chairman of Durapower, said: "Alok is a proven leader with deep expertise in energy storage and is skilled at uniting teams around a bold vision. Under his guidance, we are confident Durapower will deliver breakthrough innovation, expand our global reach, and continue to bring value to our customers, partners, and communities. The world's shift to sustainable mobility and energy storage is accelerating and Durapower is uniquely positioned, thanks to its technology, talent, and reputation, to play a defining role in this transformation. I look forward to working closely with Alok and our leadership team to realise Durapower's mission and set new industry benchmarks."
Mr Alok Verma, Group CEO of Durapower, said: "I am honoured to join Durapower and to work closely with James and the Board. Durapower is well positioned to lead the global shift towards sustainable energy. My immediate focus will be on operational excellence, technological innovation, and building strong, collaborative relationships with our customers, partners, and communities. Together with our talented management team, we will drive Durapower's growth and deliver safer, smarter, and more dependable solutions that raise industry standards and meet the evolving needs of our customers. We will continue to build on the company's strong foundation and create value for all stakeholders."
As Group President, Mr Kelvin Lim will focus on deepening customer and partner relationships, forging new alliances, and supporting strategic market development. Over his tenure as Group CEO, Mr Lim transformed Durapower from a single-market start-up into a globally recognised brand, with its battery solutions deployed in over 25 countries across a range of different market verticals.
Durapower's strengthened leadership team reaffirms its longstanding dedication to quality, safety, and sustainability, reinforcing its role as a trusted partner in powering transport, infrastructure, and communities worldwide.
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About Durapower Group (www.durapowergroup.com)
Headquartered in Singapore, Durapower offers closed-loop, end-to-end energy storage solutions for electric mobility and renewable energy applications including on- and off-road Electric, Hybrid and Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicles, electric marine vessel and stationary energy storage solutions. Since 2009, Durapower has been a leading innovator of Lithium-Ion cell technology, focusing on the research and development of battery materials, battery cell manufacturing and system integration.
With a global presence spanning 25 countries and 70 cities, including European countries, China, India and Southeast Asia, Durapower strives to make scalable, sustainable batteries that support the circular economy, empowering lives and transforming the future towards a carbon neutral economy. Durapower does not manufacture, sell or distribute batteries intended for use in relation to household or consumer electronics.
A new era of leadership as Alok Verma becomes Group CEO, bringing international energy expertise to drive future innovation and worldwide reach.
SINGAPORE, Sept. 2, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Singaporean lithium-ion battery cell and pack manufacturer, Durapower Holdings Private Limited ("Durapower"), together with its subsidiaries ("the Group"), today officially announced key leadership changes as part of its strategy to propel the company's next phase of innovation, growth, and expansion. Mr Alok Verma has been appointed Group Chief Executive Officer, Mr James Rama Phataminviphas has been appointed Executive Chairman after serving as Chairman of the Board since 2024, and Mr Kelvin Lim, who served as Group CEO for over a decade, has been promoted to Group President.
This transition underscores Durapower's strategic succession planning, ensuring leadership continuity while bringing fresh perspectives to meet the fast-growing global demand for e-mobility, stationary energy storage, and renewable energy solutions. Building on more than 15 years at the forefront of automotive, battery, and clean energy innovation, and fuelled by advanced research and development and global intellectual property licensing, Durapower, as a vertically integrated battery manufacturer, delivers state‑of‑the‑art lithium‑based energy storage systems worldwide. Its technologies have powered vehicles over one billion electric kilometres while maintaining exemplary safety standards. Supported by a 500‑strong team spanning China, Singapore, and Europe, Durapower continues to achieve rapid revenue growth and maintains a strong presence in 25 countries and more than 70 cities.
Mr Verma brings over 20 years of operational leadership, commercial strategy, and international business experience across the energy, manufacturing, and technology sectors. Most recently, as Global Vice President, Energy Storage & Strategy at BanpuNEXT, he developed a 1.5 GW battery energy storage strategy, led major acquisitions in Australia, and oversaw large-scale Battery Energy Storage System deployment in Japan. His previous roles include senior leadership positions at Jinko Solar Australia, where he expanded the utility-scale solar and storage business, and at Honeywell International, where he launched renewable energy product lines and executed multimillion-dollar projects across the Asia Pacific and Europe. Mr Verma also serves as a board director on various boards in the renewable energy sector.
With an MBA in Strategy & Finance from the Indian Institute of Management, Bangalore and a Chemical Engineering degree from the Indian Institute of Technology, Delhi, together with advanced executive programmes at INSEAD and Monash University, Mr Verma combines deep technical and management expertise with proven strategic vision.
As Executive Chairman, Mr Phataminviphas continues to lead the board and play an active role in shaping the company's long-term strategic direction, strengthening key stakeholder relationships, and driving partnership development.
Mr James Rama Phataminviphas, Executive Chairman of Durapower, said: "Alok is a proven leader with deep expertise in energy storage and is skilled at uniting teams around a bold vision. Under his guidance, we are confident Durapower will deliver breakthrough innovation, expand our global reach, and continue to bring value to our customers, partners, and communities. The world's shift to sustainable mobility and energy storage is accelerating and Durapower is uniquely positioned, thanks to its technology, talent, and reputation, to play a defining role in this transformation. I look forward to working closely with Alok and our leadership team to realise Durapower's mission and set new industry benchmarks."
Mr Alok Verma, Group CEO of Durapower, said: "I am honoured to join Durapower and to work closely with James and the Board. Durapower is well positioned to lead the global shift towards sustainable energy. My immediate focus will be on operational excellence, technological innovation, and building strong, collaborative relationships with our customers, partners, and communities. Together with our talented management team, we will drive Durapower's growth and deliver safer, smarter, and more dependable solutions that raise industry standards and meet the evolving needs of our customers. We will continue to build on the company's strong foundation and create value for all stakeholders."
As Group President, Mr Kelvin Lim will focus on deepening customer and partner relationships, forging new alliances, and supporting strategic market development. Over his tenure as Group CEO, Mr Lim transformed Durapower from a single-market start-up into a globally recognised brand, with its battery solutions deployed in over 25 countries across a range of different market verticals.
Durapower's strengthened leadership team reaffirms its longstanding dedication to quality, safety, and sustainability, reinforcing its role as a trusted partner in powering transport, infrastructure, and communities worldwide.
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About Durapower Group (www.durapowergroup.com)
Headquartered in Singapore, Durapower offers closed-loop, end-to-end energy storage solutions for electric mobility and renewable energy applications including on- and off-road Electric, Hybrid and Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicles, electric marine vessel and stationary energy storage solutions. Since 2009, Durapower has been a leading innovator of Lithium-Ion cell technology, focusing on the research and development of battery materials, battery cell manufacturing and system integration.
With a global presence spanning 25 countries and 70 cities, including European countries, China, India and Southeast Asia, Durapower strives to make scalable, sustainable batteries that support the circular economy, empowering lives and transforming the future towards a carbon neutral economy. Durapower does not manufacture, sell or distribute batteries intended for use in relation to household or consumer electronics.
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Durapower announces strategic leadership transition to accelerate next phase of global growth
Durapower announces strategic leadership transition to accelerate next phase of global growth
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SINGAPORE, Jan. 16, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Panduit, a global leader in electrical and network infrastructure solutions, announced the promotion of Holly Garcia to Chief Commercial Officer on 13 January 2026. In this role, Garcia will lead the company's global commercial strategy, focusing on the company's commitment to innovation and delivering a best-in-class experience for customers. Garcia will report directly to Panduit President, Marc Naese.
"Holly has the vision and expertise to position our company for continued growth and success while deepening our customer relationships," said Naese. "Holly's leadership as Chief Commercial Officer will be instrumental in strengthening the customer experience and delivering the value our markets expect."
In her most recent role as Vice President of Panduit's Data Center business unit, Garcia spearheaded global growth and innovation initiatives. She led the development of business strategy and directed new product introductions to strengthen Panduit's position in the rapidly evolving data center market. With more than 25 years of experience in sales, marketing, and business unit leadership, Garcia brings a proven track record of driving commercial success and transformative growth.
"I'm honored to take on the role of Chief Commercial Officer and excited to lead our commercial strategy during this time of growth," explained Garcia. "Our team's commitment to innovation and customer success has positioned us as a trusted partner globally, and I look forward to driving even greater value for our customers and stakeholders."
About Panduit
Panduit is a leading global manufacturer of high-quality electrical and network infrastructure and connectivity solutions. Operating from our headquarters in Tinley Park, Ill., USA, and across 112 worldwide locations, we drive innovation through strategic R&D investments and breakthrough product development while providing seamless global support and service. Since 1955, our commitment to our customers and partners has remained constant. And together, with them, we create exceptional solutions that support their businesses in a way that's good for them and good for the world. Panduit is making the connections that matter. For more information, visit www.panduit.com.
SINGAPORE, Jan. 16, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Panduit, a global leader in electrical and network infrastructure solutions, announced the promotion of Holly Garcia to Chief Commercial Officer on 13 January 2026. In this role, Garcia will lead the company's global commercial strategy, focusing on the company's commitment to innovation and delivering a best-in-class experience for customers. Garcia will report directly to Panduit President, Marc Naese.
"Holly has the vision and expertise to position our company for continued growth and success while deepening our customer relationships," said Naese. "Holly's leadership as Chief Commercial Officer will be instrumental in strengthening the customer experience and delivering the value our markets expect."
In her most recent role as Vice President of Panduit's Data Center business unit, Garcia spearheaded global growth and innovation initiatives. She led the development of business strategy and directed new product introductions to strengthen Panduit's position in the rapidly evolving data center market. With more than 25 years of experience in sales, marketing, and business unit leadership, Garcia brings a proven track record of driving commercial success and transformative growth.
"I'm honored to take on the role of Chief Commercial Officer and excited to lead our commercial strategy during this time of growth," explained Garcia. "Our team's commitment to innovation and customer success has positioned us as a trusted partner globally, and I look forward to driving even greater value for our customers and stakeholders."
About Panduit
Panduit is a leading global manufacturer of high-quality electrical and network infrastructure and connectivity solutions. Operating from our headquarters in Tinley Park, Ill., USA, and across 112 worldwide locations, we drive innovation through strategic R&D investments and breakthrough product development while providing seamless global support and service. Since 1955, our commitment to our customers and partners has remained constant. And together, with them, we create exceptional solutions that support their businesses in a way that's good for them and good for the world. Panduit is making the connections that matter. For more information, visit www.panduit.com.
** The press release content is from PR Newswire. Bastille Post is not involved in its creation. **
Panduit Strengthens Commitment to Customer Excellence with Appointment of Holly Garcia to Chief Commercial Officer
