Vimal Kapur
| Vimal Kapur | |
|---|---|
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| Born | 1965 India |
| Nationality | Indian-American |
| Occupation | CEO of Honeywell International Inc. |
| Alma mater | Thapar Institute of Engineering and Technology |
| Known for | Leadership at Honeywell, strategic transformation, sustainability and digital innovation |
Vimal Kapur is a distinguished Indian-American business executive currently serving as the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Honeywell International Inc. since June 2023. With over three decades at Honeywell, he has been pivotal in leading several business divisions, driving global growth, and aligning the conglomerate with emerging megatrends in automation, energy transition, and aviation.[1]
Early Life and Education
Vimal Kapur was born in 1965 in India. He graduated with a degree in electronics engineering, specializing in instrumentation, from the Thapar Institute of Engineering and Technology in Patiala in 1986.[2]
Career at Honeywell
Kapur began his journey with Honeywell in 1989 through a joint venture in India. Over the years, he ascended through various roles, displaying technical prowess and strategic insight.
- Served as Managing Director of Honeywell Automation India Ltd. (HAIL) from 2006 to 2010.
- Took on global responsibilities as VP of Global Marketing & Strategy and General Manager of Advanced Solutions in Honeywell Process Solutions.
- Became President of Honeywell Process Solutions in 2014, steering the business during the oil and gas industry downturn.
- Led Honeywell Building Technologies (HBT) as President and CEO in Atlanta (2018), expanding smart building solutions.
- Headed Honeywell Performance Materials & Technologies (PMT) in 2021, launching the Sustainable Technologies Solutions division focused on energy transition.
In July 2022, Kapur was appointed President and Chief Operating Officer (COO) of Honeywell, driving digital and sustainability initiatives across business units.[3]
CEO Appointment and Strategic Vision
On June 1, 2023, Vimal Kapur officially succeeded Darius Adamczyk as Honeywell’s CEO. Under his leadership:
- Honeywell aligned its operations around three megatrends: automation, the future of aviation, and energy transformation.
- He launched initiatives to scale digital innovation, electrification, AI integration, and sustainability in industrial operations.
In February 2025, Kapur announced a historic restructuring:
- Honeywell would split into three independent entities, separating its aerospace, automation, and advanced materials businesses.
- The move aimed to increase operational focus, unlock value, and address diverging strategic roadmaps in automotive, energy, and aerospace.
Affiliations and Recognition
Kapur is an active member of:
- The Business Council
- Business Roundtable
- Charlotte Executive Leadership Council
- U.S.-India CEO Forum
His leadership has been widely recognized for aligning Honeywell’s innovation roadmap with sustainability goals and industry 4.0 demands.[4]
Conclusion
Vimal Kapur has emerged as a transformational figure in global industrial leadership. His career is a testament to strategic evolution, technological foresight, and executive resilience. As Honeywell enters a new phase under his leadership, Kapur’s vision continues to influence the future of advanced manufacturing, automation, and sustainable industry practices worldwide.
References
- ↑ https://www.cnbctv18.com/business/exclusive-india-could-become-net-exporter-of-defence-tech-says-honeywell-ceo-19579374.htm
- ↑ https://www.fortuneindia.com/business-news/honeywell-announces-leadership-team-for-advanced-materials-spin-off/121395
- ↑ https://manufacturing.economictimes.indiatimes.com/amp/news/industry/honeywell-announces-leadership-team-for-its-spin-off-solstice-advanced-materials/119523808
- ↑ https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/honeywell-announces-leadership-team-and-company-name-for-advanced-materials-spin-off-302409845.html