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Mr. Riaz Nawaz

Head of Product Design and Engineering, Ajax Engineering

Riaz Nawaz is a highly accomplished Mechanical Engineer with an impressive track record of over 28 years in the Product Design and Engineering domain.

He has also demonstrated expertise in Product
Management, Strategy, and Manufacturing within the Construction Equipment, Commercial Vehicle, and
Transport Solution industries.

Throughout his career, Riaz has held prominent leadership positions in renowned global organizations.
Notably, he served as the R&D Manager at Schwing Stetter, a major German company, where he
spearheaded innovative initiatives and played a crucial role in advancing product development. Following
this, he assumed the role of Head of Engineering at Hyva, a leading global provider of Transport Solutions,
where he successfully led the Engineering team to deliver high-performance solutions, further bolstering
the company's industry reputation.

At MAN Trucks India, Riaz held the prestigious position of Head of Product Management and Strategy.

His strategic vision and effective decision-making significantly contributed to enhancing the company's product portfolio and market presence.

Currently, Riaz is serving as the Head of Product Design and Engineering at Ajax Engineering, where he
continues to exhibit excellence in design and engineering processes, ensuring the delivery of top-notch products to the market.

Over the past two decades, Riaz Nawaz has fostered close collaborations with esteemed German, Italian,
Dutch, and English companies. His seamless interactions with their Research Centers, along with multiple visits to their offices and plants for various Engineering projects, have provided him with invaluable industry experience, particularly in Research and Engineering.

A passionate advocate for innovation, Riaz's unwavering commitment to delivering exceptional results has been the driving force behind his success in the industry. His ability to foster effective cross-cultural partnerships has set him apart as a dynamic leader in the field.

With a strong dedication to advancing the Product Design and Engineering domain, Riaz Nawaz is poised
to leverage his extensive experience and knowledge to drive transformative advancements, empowering
organizations to thrive in the ever-evolving marketplace.

10:05 - 11:05

Thursday 24th August

KEYNOTE PANEL: Setting Benchmarks for Indian Construction, Mining & Earthmoving Equipment

  • Mr. Kaushik Narayan, MD at PSN Group and CEO, Leaptrucks
  • Mr. Jaideep Shekhar, VP, Managing Director - Asia, Australia & EMEAR. Terex India Pvt. Ltd.
  • Mr. Sharwan Agnihotri, Head- Mining and International Business, Hyundai Construction Equipment India Pvt. Ltd.
  • Mr. Riaz Nawaz, Head of Product Design and Engineering, Ajax Engineering
  • Moderator: Mr. Ashish Modani, Co-Group Head and Vice President, ICRA Limited