{
  "id": 18468873,
  "title": "HCC Brings Infrastructure Heavyweight Vivek Singhal On Board As CEO, Former GMR Airports Chief Takes Charge With 40 Years Of Global Expertise",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/11/06/hcc-brings-infrastructure-heavyweight-vivek-singhal-on-board-as-ceo",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-11-06T08:16:38.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Free Press Journal",
    "slug": "free-press-journal",
    "url": "https://www.freepressjournal.in/business/hcc-brings-infrastructure-heavyweight-vivek-singhal-on-board-as-ceo-former-gmr-airports-chief-takes-charge-with-40-years-of-global-expertise"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Mumbai, November 5, 2026: The construction firm Hindustan Construction Company Limited (HCC) has appointed Vivek Singhal as its new Chief Executive Officer, effective from November 5, 2026. The veteran infrastructure executive takes over from the previous CEO, bringing a wealth of experience and leadership skills to the company as it gears up for its next phase of growth.\n\nSinghal, who joins HCC from GMR Airports Ltd., Singapore, has been at the helm of major infrastructure projects and assets across international markets for more than four decades. His appointment is seen as a significant boost to HCC's leadership team, as the company prepares to expand its operations and pursue new opportunities.\n\nBefore joining GMR Airports, Singhal was the CEO of Tata Projects Limited and had held senior positions at companies like GMR Group in the Maldives, Alpine Bau GmbH in Singapore, and Larsen & Toubro. His global experience spans projects and assets valued at approximately ₹28,500 across sectors such as airports, metro rail, urban transportation, hydropower, bridges, and other infrastructure segments.\n\nIn a statement, Arjun Dhawan, HCC's Vice Chairman and Managing Director, welcomed Singhal's appointment, highlighting his expertise in building and managing infrastructure businesses in India and internationally. Dhawan emphasized the importance of engineering capabilities and project execution in supporting HCC's future growth.\n\nThe leadership change comes at a time when HCC is focused on strengthening operational execution and exploring new infrastructure opportunities. Singhal's extensive experience in managing complex projects and international businesses is expected to play a crucial role in supporting the company's strategic ambitions.",
  "summary": "Mumbai: Hindustan Construction Company Limited (HCC) has appointed infrastructure industry veteran Vivek Singhal as its Chief Executive Officer, effective November 5, 2026, strengthening its leadership team as the company prepares for its next phase of growth. Singhal brings more than four decades of experience in infrastructure development, engineering, procurement and construction (EPC),…",
  "key_points": [
    "Vivek Singhal appointed as HCC CEO on November 5, 2026",
    "Former GMR Airports CEO brings 40 years of global expertise",
    "Singhal joins HCC from GMR Airports Ltd., Singapore"
  ],
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  },
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}