Haber appoints former ITC executive Sanjay Singh to Board of Directors

INDIA — Industrial automation and AI solutions provider Haber has appointed Mr. Sanjay Singh, former Board Member and Group Head of ITC’s Paper and Packaging Division, to its Board of Directors, effective 24 July 2025.

The move signals Haber’s intent to accelerate its mission of transforming process industries through advanced automation and AI-driven process intelligence.

Mr. Singh brings over four decades of leadership experience in the pulp, paper, and packaging sectors.

During his tenure at ITC, he played a pivotal role in shaping the Paperboards and Specialty Papers Division (PSPD) into one of Asia’s most technologically advanced and sustainable operations.

His leadership legacy includes championing energy efficiency, water conservation, and product innovation, while steering the division toward global competitiveness.

In addition to his corporate achievements, Mr. Singh has held senior roles in key industry bodies, serving as Chairman of the Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) and President of the Indian Pulp & Paper Technical Association (IPPTA), where he influenced policy and technological advancements in the sector.

Welcoming him to the board, Haber CEO and Founder Vipin Raghavan said, “It is a privilege to welcome Mr. Sanjay Singh to our Board. His experience and leadership will be instrumental in guiding Haber as we scale our impact.

“His relentless focus on sustainability and operational excellence aligns closely with Haber’s mission. With his strategic insight, we are confident of deepening our relevance across global industries and driving meaningful change at scale.”

Mr. Singh expressed enthusiasm for his new role, noting that Haber’s focus on data-driven, automated, and sustainable manufacturing matches his vision for the future of industry, “I am excited to join Haber at a time when the industrial world is on the cusp of digital transformation.

“The company’s vision of efficiency and sustainability through AI and automation is precisely what modern manufacturing needs.”

Haber has been expanding rapidly, both in India and internationally, with solutions that combine real-time data analytics, process automation, and AI to enhance operational performance in sectors such as pulp and paper, chemicals, and water treatment.

The company’s technology is designed to deliver measurable improvements in resource efficiency, product quality, and environmental impact.

Mr. Singh’s appointment reinforces Haber’s strategy of pairing cutting-edge innovation with seasoned industry leadership, a combination the company believes will be essential for helping traditional manufacturing sectors transition into agile, digitally integrated, and sustainable enterprises.

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