Rahul Seth Seconded to IPAF Board

The International Powered Access Federation (IPAF) is delighted to announce that Rahul Seth, Managing Director of Sudhir Group of Companies, has been seconded to the IPAF board following the board meeting on June 27th. His secondment was agreed upon by the IPAF board members and will be put to vote by the members at the Annual General Meeting (AGM) in March 2025. 

Rahul Seth is a distinguished second-generation entrepreneur who has demonstrated exemplary leadership and strategic vision. Holding a Master's Degree in Business Administration from Cardiff University, UK, and an Executive Program from Harvard Business School, USA, he has been instrumental in driving Sudhir Group to its current industry standing. 

Karel Huijser, appointed IPAF President earlier this year in March, commented, “We are thrilled to have Rahul Seth join the IPAF board. His track record, combined with his leadership credentials, aligns perfectly with IPAF's mission to promote the safe and effective use of powered access equipment worldwide. Rahul’s announcement also shows our commitment to global growth, and we anticipate his experience will greatly benefit our organisation and its members.” 

Under his stewardship, Sudhir Group has achieved remarkable milestones, with a group revenue exceeding USD 400 million. His strategic, operational, and financial expertise has significantly contributed to the company's success. The Group's robust partnerships with global leaders such as Cummins USA, Schneider France, Beaward UK, and JLG USA have enabled it to cater to the needs of over 100,000 customers, served by a dedicated team of over 4000 professionals across multiple manufacturing facilities in India.

Sudhir Group's international business, particularly in equipment rental, is noteworthy. The company boasts an extensive fleet of over 6500 Aerial Work Platforms (AWPs), 3000 Generator Sets (Gensets), and 1000 Material Handling Equipment (MHEs), operating through an integrated network of 20 rental locations in India, UAE, Saudi Arabia, and the UK.

Apart from his business acumen, Rahul Seth is also a committed philanthropist. He has been recognised for his significant contributions to society, including the establishment of a large skill development centre that provides training and employment opportunities to over 1000 students. 

Peter Douglas, IPAF CEO and Managing Director welcomed Rahul, stating: “The IPAF board is confident that Rahul’s wealth of experience and leadership will bring immense value to the federation. We look forward to the contributions he will make towards advancing the objectives of IPAF and generating further growth and innovation in the industry.”