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Sternhagen partners with Sussanne Khan for bathware launch
Mumbai: Sternhagen, the prestigious German brand known for its luxurious sanitary ware and bathroom fittings, is thrilled to announce their new collection in collaboration with renowned interior designer Sussanne Khan. This collaboration showcases select designs by Sussanne Khan and marks a significant moment for both brands as they come together for the second time to present an exclusive range of products.
Sternhagen chairman and managing director Chirag Parekh said ‘’Our mission is to create bathroom suites with an unmistakable, visually exciting, artistic appeal so that when someone with an eye for superior design sees one of our products, they know that it could only be a Sternhagen. We’re committed to offering top-quality, artistically designed products engineered with cutting-edge materials and technologies. Our aim is to exceed customer expectations by setting new standards in design. As a design-driven brand, we will continue to innovate, creating products with new technologies and designs that uphold the Sternhagen name.”
Interior Designer Sussanne Khan, founder of The Charcoal Project, designed Sternhagan’s SK 02 Collection of bath fittings to showcase the mesmerizing innovations of the brand. The products displayed at the event included Glass Basins, Metallic Basins and Ceramic Basins featuring art inspired by Moroccan tessellations and tilework. In essence, Sternhagen’s latest collection is more than just a range of bathroom ware; it’s a celebration of the enduring allure of the equestrian aesthetic, reimagined for the modern luxury connoisseur. With its earthy tones and classic yet modern design elements, each piece pays homage to the timeless elegance of the equestrian world while infusing it with a contemporary flair. Additionally, Sternhagen also launched its Smart WC, a technological innovation that features smart controls and 15+ functions.
Commenting on the collaboration Sussanne Khan stated, “We are excited for this collaboration with Sternhagen to showcase our unique styles in a fun and engaging way, while also highlighting the exceptional functionality and elegance of the brand. We can’t wait for everyone to see the exciting results of this campaign!”
Born out of the prestigious Carysil Group, the world’s 4th largest quartz sink manufacturer, Sternhagen is setting new benchmarks in luxury bathroom design. The brand’s global presence continues to inspire homeowners, architects, and interior designers worldwide. Combining German precision engineering with artistic design, the brand offers a diverse portfolio that caters to a variety of design sensibilities. From classic to contemporary, each product embodies sophistication, elevating the overall bathroom experience. From faucets to shower systems, bathtubs to vanities, basin mixers to tiles, every creation from Sternhagen reflects a harmonious blend of innovative technology and timeless aesthetics.
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Beacon Group appoints Dr Rajesh Patel as Group CEO
36-year healthcare veteran to lead Beacon Diagnostics, Vector Biotek, Biogeny.
MUMBAI: A new chief, a fresh diagnosis and a sharper prescription for growth. Beacon Group has appointed Dr Rajesh Patel as its Group Chief Executive Officer, effective April 1, 2026, signalling a decisive push to scale its presence in the diagnostics and IVD space. Patel steps into the role with 36 years of experience across the healthcare and diagnostics industry, bringing a career shaped by leadership roles spanning sales, marketing, business development and operational strategy. His mandate is both expansive and precise: to steer the group’s overall strategic direction while tightening coordination across its three core entities Beacon Diagnostics, Vector Biotek and Biogeny Diagnostics.
In practical terms, that means driving cross-company synergies, accelerating market expansion and strengthening organisational capability areas increasingly critical as diagnostic players compete for scale in a fragmented yet rapidly evolving healthcare ecosystem. The group is positioning itself to capture unmet demand across chain laboratories, key accounts and standalone labs, segments that remain underserved despite growing diagnostic needs.
The appointment comes at a time when the In Vitro Diagnostics (IVD) sector in India is entering a more competitive and innovation-led phase, with companies focusing not just on product pipelines but also on service delivery, integration and customer-centric models. Beacon’s leadership appears to be betting that Patel’s execution-focused approach can help translate ambition into operational momentum.
Welcoming the appointment, Chairman Dr D K Joshi described Patel’s induction as a strategic move aligned with the group’s long-term vision, emphasising the role of leadership depth in navigating the next phase of growth.
For Beacon Group, the message is clear, in a sector where precision matters, leadership is the new differentiator—and this appointment is intended to set the tone for what comes next.
