Board of Directors

B. Valavan

WHOLE TIME DIRECTOR

B. Valavan is a highly accomplished engineering and project management professional with over 40 years of experience in the Oil & Gas, Petrochemical, and Fertilizer industries. His expertise spans EPC, Shutdowns, Maintenance, and Project Execution, making him a key driver in large-scale industrial projects.

Currently serving as Whole Time Director at EDAC Engineering Limited, Chennai (2021 – Present), he has played a pivotal role in leading construction, manpower mobilization, and procurement strategies for major projects. His leadership and technical proficiency have been instrumental in the successful execution of complex engineering operations.

Key Roles & Experience:

📌 Chief Operating Officer (COO) – EDAC Engineering Ltd,Chennai

📌 Sr.Vice President – EDAC Engineering Ltd,Chennai

📌 General Manager (Projects) – Gulf Spic, Kuwait

📌 Project Manager – Toyo ATK Merox

📌 Shutdown Manager – KNPC

📌 Mechanical Engineer – KNPC

📌 Head (Maintenance Services) – SPIC-SMO

📌 Joint Manager (Projects) – SPIC Petrochemicals

Education & Certifications:

🎓 B.E. Mechanical Engineering 🎓 M.S. Engineering Management

S. Venkataraman

INDEPENDENT DIRECTOR

A seasoned professional with extensive expertise in Plant Management, Solar Power, Procurement, Port Operations, and Electrical & Instrumentation, Mr. S. Venkataraman brings over three decades of leadership in the industrial sector.

Currently serving as Plant Head – Floating Solar Power Project at Greenam Energy Pvt. Ltd., he has successfully led large-scale operations and strategic initiatives across multiple organizations.

Key Leadership Roles:

✔ COO & Whole-Time Director – TAC Fertilizers Ltd.

✔ Asst. Vice President – Greenam Energy | Greenstar Fertilizers Ltd.

✔ Materials & E&I Manager – SPIC | Indo-Jordan Chemicals

Education:

🎓 B.E. Electrical & Electronics – NIT Tiruchirappalli (First Class with Distinction)

🎓 PGDMM & MBA – Annamalai University

His vast experience and strategic vision continue to drive innovation and operational excellence in the industry.

Ramachandra Raja Vaidyanathan

ADDITIONAL DIRECTOR

Ramachandran Raja Vaidyanathan is a seasoned project management professional with 37+ years in oil & gas, chemical, and fertilizer industries. He has led EPC, E&P, and EPCM projects from engineering to commissioning. As Project Director at Petrofac, he delivered the $1.7B ARAMCO Fadhili Gas Program and the $3.8B South Yoloten Gas Plant. His expertise spans major global clients like Saudi Aramco, Turkmen Gas, BP, and ENI, ensuring on-time, on-budget delivery with top safety and quality standards.

LALITHA K

ADDITIONAL DIRECTOR (NON EXCUTIVE AND NON INDEPENDENT DIRECTOR)

K. Lalitha, CFO of Manali Petrochemicals Limited (MPL), has been with the company for nearly 19 years. She joined as a Finance Officer Trainee in October 2006 and steadily advanced through key financial roles, demonstrating strong leadership and expertise. As CFO, she plays a pivotal role in driving MPL’s financial strategy and growth.