SKF India Limited Announces Major Board Restructuring with Three New Appointments and Resignations
SKF India Limited announced major board changes with three new Additional Directors appointed effective January 13, 2026 - Magnus Lennart Prick, Bastian Thomas, and Antonio Molle - while three existing directors resigned on January 12, 2026 due to other commitments.

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SKF India Limited has announced a comprehensive restructuring of its Board of Directors, appointing three new Additional Directors while accepting the resignations of three existing board members. The changes, approved through a circular resolution dated January 10, 2026, represent a significant transition in the company's leadership structure.
New Board Appointments
The company has appointed three new Additional Directors (Non-Executive, Non-Independent) effective January 13, 2026, based on recommendations from the Nomination and Remuneration Committee. All appointments are subject to shareholder approval, which the company will seek within three months as required under Regulation 17(1C) of SEBI LODR.
| Director Name: | DIN | Effective Date |
|---|---|---|
| Mr. Magnus Lennart Prick | 11342653 | January 13, 2026 |
| Mr. Bastian Thomas | 11414682 | January 13, 2026 |
| Mr. Antonio Molle | 11400478 | January 13, 2026 |
Profiles of New Directors
Mr. Magnus Lennart Prick brings over 15 years of experience in business law, including corporate matters, M&A, governance, and commercial contracts. He holds a Master of Laws (LL.M.) with corporate law as major subject and a Bachelor of Business Administration (B.B.A.) with accounting as major subject, both from the University of Gothenburg. Currently serving as Head of Automotive Corporate Legal, he has previously worked with Volvo Cars, Volvo Group, and Mannheimer Swartling.
Mr. Bastian Thomas serves as Director - Head of Sales Americas, EMEA & India, leading the Sales Organization across these regions. He holds a degree in Business Engineering from the University of Applied Science, Munich, with Mechanical Engineering as his major subject. With over 20 years of experience, he has worked with BMW Group, TQ Group, Volvo Cars, and Grammer AG before joining SKF in September 2024.
Mr. Antonio Molle currently holds the position of SKF Group Global Operations Director Automotive. He possesses a degree in Mechanical Engineering with specialization in Heat transmission from Cassino University and has a Doctoral thesis in Thermodynamic machines. With over 30 years of experience, he has worked with SKF Group Companies in Italy and worldwide since 1994, bringing expertise in lean manufacturing, factory digitalization, and organizational restructuring.
Board Resignations
Three directors have resigned from their positions effective January 12, 2026, all citing other occupancies and commitments as the reason for their departure.
| Departing Director: | DIN | Resignation Date |
|---|---|---|
| Ms. Kerstin Enochsson | 10774889 | January 12, 2026 |
| Mr. Karl Robin Joakim Landholm | 09651911 | January 12, 2026 |
| Mr. Mukund Vasudevan | 05146681 | January 12, 2026 |
All three departing directors confirmed in their resignation letters that there were no material reasons for their resignation other than their other pre-occupancies and commitments. They expressed gratitude for the support and guidance received during their tenure on the Board.
Regulatory Compliance
The company has confirmed that all three new appointees are not debarred from holding the office of Director by virtue of any order issued by SEBI or any other authorities. None of the new directors are related to any existing Directors, Key Managerial Personnel, or Promoters of the Company. The appointments comply with all applicable provisions of SEBI LODR regulations and the company's policy on determination of materiality of events for disclosure to stock exchanges.
Historical Stock Returns for SKF India
| 1 Day | 5 Days | 1 Month | 6 Months | 1 Year | 5 Years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| -0.41% | -1.71% | +1.07% | -63.20% | -58.27% | +116.23% |
















































