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Puranique Spirits raises a toast with India entry
MUMBAI: Here’s to new beginnings with a European twist! Puranique Spirits has officially entered the Indian market, bringing a taste of refined luxury with its flagship Puranique Vodka and Puranique VSOP Cognac. The launch took place at an exclusive event at Taj Lands End, Mumbai, with veteran actor Mahesh Manjrekar unveiled as the brand ambassador.
Distilled nine times for exceptional smoothness, Puranique Vodka promises a silky sip, while the VSOP Cognac showcases French craftsmanship at its finest. Drawing from heritage distilleries in France and the Scottish Highlands, Puranique has spent over two decades perfecting spirits now enjoyed in 18 countries.
Puranique Spirits India CEO Anoop Mohan said, “India is a hotspot for premium spirits. Consumers want more than a drink, they want an authentic, world-class experience. Our entry brings European legacy to match India’s growing taste for refined beverages.”
The brand plans to expand its Indian portfolio to 24 premium offerings by 2026, covering five key categories: Cognac, Gin, Rum, Vodka, and Artisan Craft Spirits. Each product promises authenticity, quality, and a touch of luxury for discerning consumers.
Mahesh Manjrekar added, “Puranique is not just about beverages, it’s about creating experiences. I’m proud to be part of a brand that blends heritage, craftsmanship, and refinement for India’s premium market.”
With this launch, Puranique Spirits aims to set a new benchmark in India’s luxury beverage scene, pairing European excellence with the country’s evolving palate for world-class spirits.
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Boeing appoints Barun as head of FP&A for global engineering function
Seasoned finance leader to steer budgets and strategy across global centres
BENGALURU: Boeing’s finance cockpit has a new pilot, and he is no stranger to turbulence or transformation. Boeing has appointed Barun as head of FP&A for global engineering, placing him at the centre of financial strategy for its worldwide engineering and technology operations.
Based in Bengaluru, Barun steps into a role that is as expansive as it is critical. He will serve as the primary finance lead for Boeing’s Engineering and Technology Centers globally, working closely with executive leadership to shape financial decisions, manage complex budgets, and design scalable finance processes that support the company’s growing engineering footprint.
In a note announcing his move Barun said, “I’m excited to share that I’ve joined Boeing Global Engineering. This opportunity is incredibly meaningful to me not just from a professional standpoint, but also for what Boeing represents globally.” He added that he looks forward to contributing to an organisation that continues to shape the future of aerospace and innovation.
Barun’s mandate spans strategic financial leadership, operational oversight, and stakeholder engagement. From directing large-scale budgets and schedules to influencing long-term organisational goals, the role blends financial discipline with business foresight. He will also lead cross-functional teams and partner with finance colleagues worldwide to support engineering programmes across geographies, including India.
The appointment caps a long stint at Juniper Networks, where Barun spent over a decade, most recently as finance senior manager. There, he led FP&A for global product business units and G&A functions, driving budgeting, forecasting, and long-range planning. He also played a key role in enterprise-wide transformation, including spearheading an Oracle to SAP ERP migration and building advanced analytics capabilities using tools such as Tableau and SAP Analytics Cloud.
His earlier career includes finance leadership roles at Sony India Software Centre, Cognizant Technology Solutions, and Mphasis, where he focused on financial planning, governance frameworks, and operational efficiency across global delivery centres.
A chartered accountant from the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India, Barun brings nearly two decades of experience across financial planning, digital transformation, and analytics-led decision making.
His appointment comes at a time when global engineering operations are becoming increasingly complex and distributed, requiring sharper financial oversight and agile planning. With Barun at the helm of FP&A for engineering, Boeing appears to be tightening its financial playbook as it looks to scale innovation with discipline.
