Business
18 Jun, 2026
Kapil Agrawal named CEO (Designate) of Hindalco's copper biz
Business To Business, New Delhi, 18th June, 2026: Hindalco Industries, the metals flagship of the Aditya Birla Group, has announced the appointment of Kapil Agrawal as CEO (Designate) of its copper business, effective November 1, 2026.
Leadership transition
According to the company:
- Agrawal will serve as CEO (Designate) from November 1, 2026.
- He is expected to formally assume the role of CEO – Copper on March 1, 2027.
- The transition will take place after the completion of the tenure of the current copper business head, Rohit Pathak.
The leadership change comes at a crucial time for the global copper industry, which is experiencing:
- Tight supply conditions.
- Rising demand from clean-energy projects.
- Growth in electric vehicles (EVs).
- Expansion of power transmission and distribution networks.
- Increased industrial electrification.
Copper is considered a critical metal for the global energy transition because it is extensively used in renewable energy systems, EVs, charging infrastructure, batteries, and electrical grids.
Hindalco is one of India's leading producers of aluminum and copper products. Its copper business plays an important role in supplying:
- Copper cathodes
- Copper rods
- Precious metals
- Specialty products for industrial and infrastructure applications
With demand for copper expected to grow significantly over the coming decades, the company is positioning itself to capitalize on opportunities arising from global decarbonization and electrification trends.
Analysts expect copper consumption to remain robust as countries invest in:
- Renewable energy capacity
- Electric mobility
- Smart grids
- Data centers
- Industrial modernization
Against this backdrop, Agrawal's appointment is seen as part of Hindalco's long-term succession planning and strategy to strengthen its leadership in a market that is becoming increasingly important to the global economy and energy transition.