Honeywell Automation India Appoints Jake Morgan Wasserman as Director, Pedro Thena Garrote Steps Down
Honeywell Automation India Limited (HAIL) has appointed Jake Morgan Wasserman as an Additional Non-Executive Non-Independent Director and accepted the resignation of Pedro Thena Garrote from the board, effective November 5, 2025. Wasserman, currently Vice President and General Counsel for Mergers & Acquisitions at Honeywell, brings expertise in corporate governance and strategic transactions. Garrote resigned to pursue opportunities outside Honeywell. The changes were approved during a board meeting on November 5, 2025.

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Honeywell Automation India Limited (HAIL) has announced changes to its board of directors, effective November 5, 2025. The company has appointed Jake Morgan Wasserman as an Additional Non-Executive Non-Independent Director, while Pedro Thena Garrote has resigned from his position on the board.
New Appointment
Jake Morgan Wasserman (DIN: 11364789) joins HAIL's board as an Additional Non-Executive Non-Independent Director. His appointment is subject to shareholder approval, as required by Regulation 17(1C) of the SEBI Listing Regulations.
Wasserman brings experience to the role:
- Currently serves as Vice President and General Counsel for Mergers & Acquisitions at Honeywell
- Holds a Juris Doctorate from Duke University School of Law
- Possesses expertise in corporate governance, strategic transactions, and regulatory compliance
- Known for his pragmatic, business-oriented approach to legal strategy
Board Resignation
Pedro Thena Garrote (DIN: 10741347) has stepped down from his position as a Non-Executive Non-Independent Director. Garrote's resignation, effective November 5, 2025, comes as he pursues career opportunities outside of Honeywell.
In his resignation letter, Garrote expressed gratitude to the board members and management team for their support during his tenure. The board has acknowledged his contributions and placed on record its appreciation for his service to the company.
Company Statement
HAIL's board of directors approved these changes during its meeting on November 5, 2025. The company has confirmed that Wasserman is not debarred from holding the office of director by virtue of any SEBI Order or any other such authority.
These board changes come alongside the release of HAIL's unaudited financial results for the second quarter and half-year ended September 30, 2025. The company continues to operate in the "Automation & Control Systems" segment, as per Indian Accounting Standard (Ind AS) 108.
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