MUMBAI, INDIA — February 04, 2026 — Astec Valves & Fittings Private Limited, a global leader in high-precision instrumentation valves and fittings, is pleased to announce the appointment of Dheeraj Velaga as Chief Operating Officer (COO), effective January 2026.
With over 60 years of engineering legacy and a presence in 40 countries, Astec is entering a transformative era of industrial automation and sustainable engineering. The appointment of Mr. Velaga signals a strategic move to streamline the company’s expanding manufacturing footprint and accelerate its market share in the Oil & Gas, Clean energy sectors – Nuclear Power, CNG and Hydrogen.
A Process Leader for Global Operations
Dheeraj Velaga joins Astec with an extensive background in manufacturing & engineering. Known for his ability to scale operations and lean operational execution, Mr. Velaga has a proven track record of optimizing high-stakes production environments. As COO, he will oversee all global operations, including supply chain management, manufacturing across Astec’s specialized units, and the implementation of digital-twin technologies in the production line.
“We are at a pivotal moment where demand for high-performance, eco-friendly valve technology is surging globally, and our target is to be at $100 million revenue by 2026-27” said Kiranbir Singh Kohli, Chairman of Astec Valves & Fittings. “Dheeraj’s arrival marks a new chapter for Astec. His leadership will be critical as we scale our ‘Smart’ production and enhance our Class A fugitive emission certified product lines to meet rigorous international standards. Our aggressive growth trajectory and expansion of global foot print aligns with the hiring”
“I am honoured to join Astec, a company that has defined precision for decades,” said Dheeraj Velaga. “My focus will be on building a future-ready, resilient supply chain and ensuring that our manufacturing processes are as innovative as the products we deliver to our global partners. We aren’t just making valves; we are engineering the veins of global infrastructure.”
About Astec Valves Private Limited
Founded in 1965, Astec Valves & Fittings Private Limited is a premier manufacturer of instrumentation tube fittings and valves. Serving critical sectors such as Thermal/Gas/Nuclear Power, Shipbuilding, and Petrochemicals, Astec is recognized for its award-winning “Smart CCHUs” and commitment to eco-friendly product technologies. With over a million installations worldwide, Astec continues to set the benchmark for quality and innovation in fluid flow solutions