Hansgrohe Group, one of the leading manufacturers of luxury bathroom and kitchen solutions, has recently announced a key leadership move, appointing Abdulkader Bengali as Managing Director (MD) of Hansgrohe India Operations. This new appointment by Hansgrohe Group came into effect from August 18, 2025. As the company continues to thrive in one of the world’s most dynamic markets, this strategic step will further strengthen its market presence. Moreover, with the company seeking to capitalise on India’s expanding bathroom fittings market, the new leadership is going to play a significant role in leading the brand’s expansion.
About Abdulkader Bengali
With over 26 years of leadership experience in the construction and building materials industry, Abdulkader Bengali has consistently delivered strong business outcomes across his roles in previous organisations, including Sintex BAPL and ALP Aeroflex. His most recent role was that of a Senior Vice President at Sintex BAPL, where he was at the forefront of the Water Management Solutions division.
Abdulkader Bengali is a gold medalist in Engineering from NIT Surat and holds an Executive MBA from SP Jain, reflecting a strong career that has consistently driven business success. Furthermore, with the new role, he will also bring an international market perspective that he has gained through his prior experience of leading Owens Corning’s India and SAARC operations.
Thomas Stopper, Vice President Asia, Hansgrohe Group, shared his views on the appointment of the Managing Director-
Expressing his delight and confidence in the appointment of Abdulkader Bengali as the new Managing Director, Thomas Stopper mentioned that Abdulkader’s exceptional track record in transforming businesses and his expertise in the Indian market make him a suitable leader. He furthermore said that this will help in the company’s continued expansion in the strategic region. Lastly, he stated that Abdulkader’s influential leadership and his ability to scale operations will perfectly align with Hansgrohe’s commitment towards offering premium bathroom and kitchen solutions to the Indian consumers.
The way forward under the leadership of new Hansgrohe MD
Under the stewardship of Abdulkader Bengali, Hansgrohe is ready to accelerate its growth. Furthermore, the Indian bath fittings market is expected to grow at a fast pace and will bring immense opportunities for premium brands in this industry. With an in-depth expertise in P&L management, sales excellence, and operational optimisation, Abdulkader is well-positioned to drive Hansgrohe towards sustained growth.
About Hansgrohe Group
Headquartered in Germany, the Hansgrohe Group, with its well-known brands AXOR and hansgrohe, holds a strong reputation in the bath and kitchen industry, reflecting its commitment towards environmental responsibility. It is well-known for its high-quality product innovation, design, and quality. The company is currently present in over 190 countries.
With a legacy of over 124 years, Hansgrohe has offered remarkable innovations, including the first hand-held shower having multiple spray types, the first wall bar used for holding a hand-held shower, and the first pull-out kitchen faucet. Committed to following sustainable technologies, the company’s business activities ensure that there is a sustainable production of resource-conserving products around the globe. In addition to this, Hansgrohe has been working towards its sustainability initiative called “ECO 2030”, under which it is equipping all water-bearing products with water-saving technologies. In order to maintain the quality standards of the products, Hansgrohe Group owns eight product facilities. Among these, four are in Germany and the remaining four are in France, Serbia, China, and the United States.
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