Krishnakumar Ramanathan
Krishnakumar Ramanathan is a seasoned leader in the industrial products sector with over three decades of experience. He is the Managing Director and Group CEO of S&S Power Switchgear Limited, a company with a nearly 50-year legacy. Under his guidance, S&S Power continues to excel in providing reliable disconnectors, protection & control panel solutions in the transmission and distribution (T&D) sector and retrofit solutions for aluminium industry globally.
Previously, Krishnakumar served as CEO of Siemens Large Drives India, overseeing medium-xvoltage motor and drive production, managing turnkey electrical and automation packages for cement and mining industries, and comprehensive lifecycle services. His extensive experience spans across engineering equipment, cement, steel, power, and food & beverages sectors. Throughout his career, he has forged strong partnerships with clients, developing tailored solutions for industries and utilities. Having worked extensively in India and Europe, he has enhanced his cross-cultural business acumen.
He currently chairs the Technology and Innovation Support Council at the Indian Electrical and Electronics Manufacturers’ Association (IEEMA). He has also held key positions in national councils of the Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) and the Federation of Indian Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FICCI). Additionally, he has chaired the IEEMA Raw Material Division and East Zone, contributing substantially to the industry’s growth and development.
He holds a Bachelor of Engineering in Mechanical Engineering from Bharathiar University, Coimbatore, a Postgraduate Diploma in Technology Management from the European School of Management & Technology, and an M.Tech in Software Systems with a specialisation in Data Analytics from BITS Pilani. His educational background complements his extensive industry experience, enabling him to lead S&S Power with a combination of technical expertise and strategic insight.