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Tenon FM elevates Ankur Sachdev to CEO as it eyes next-gen growth
MUMBAI: Tenon Group has named Ankur Sachdev as the new chief executive officer of Tenon FM, its facility management arm, in a leadership move that signals a sharper focus on tech, scale, and bottom-line muscle.
A Tenon veteran since 2008, Ankur brings nearly two decades of experience in FM and security services, having risen through the ranks after his start at Peregrine Guarding, the group’s flagship security venture. Prior to that, he held roles at Sodexo FM India and is an MBA by training.
Ankur now takes the wheel at a pivotal juncture as Tenon FM pushes for deeper digital integration, client-centric innovation, and international expansion. His remit includes beefing up operational efficiency, strengthening the P&L, and leading the charge across both domestic and overseas markets.
Commenting on the appointment, Tenon Group global chairman Major Manjit Rajain said, “Ankur has played a pivotal role in the Group’s journey, and his elevation reflects our commitment to nurturing leadership that truly understands our DNA. His deep industry expertise, unwavering focus on operational excellence, and proven track record of securing and retaining marquee clients make him the ideal leader to steer Tenon FM into its next phase of growth.”
He further added that this leadership move reaffirms Tenon Group’s commitment to innovation, continuity, and excellence in integrated service delivery.
Reflecting on his appointment, Sachdev said, “It is an honour to lead Tenon FM during such a transformative period for the facility management industry. I look forward to leveraging cutting-edge technologies, fostering strong client relationships, and driving sustainable, profitable growth across India and global markets.”
With presence across India, the UK, Singapore, and Germany, Tenon FM is positioning itself as a future-ready player in integrated services—and Ankur’s elevation is a clear play to make that ambition real.
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Indigo appoints Aloke Singh as Chief Strategy Officer
Air India Express MD joins to steer global growth and operational efficiency.
MUMBAI: Indigo just recruited its next big strategist from the rival camp because when you’re chasing the skies, sometimes the best way to fly higher is to borrow the pilot who already knows the route. InterGlobe Aviation, parent company of IndiGo, announced on 23 March 2026 that its board has approved the appointment of Aloke Singh as Chief Strategy Officer. Singh, who most recently served as managing director and CEO of Air India Express, will lead enterprise-wide strategic planning, operational efficiency initiatives and the airline’s aggressive push into international routes.
Reporting initially to managing director Rahul Bhatia and later to Indigo’s incoming CEO Singh brings over three decades of experience across strategy, operations and commercial functions in aviation. At Air India Express he drove network expansion and performance turnaround, earlier roles at Air India and Oman Air sharpened his focus on long-term planning.
“Aloke brings an exceptional blend of strategic vision and operational depth,” Bhatia said. “His experience will be critical as Indigo seeks to build a more agile, resilient and future-ready organisation.”
The appointment arrives at a pivotal moment. Indigo, India’s dominant domestic carrier, has faced intense scrutiny after operational disruptions in December 2025 thousands of cancelled and delayed flights due to crew scheduling misalignments with new pilot fatigue norms triggering fines, passenger chaos and regulatory heat. Former CEO Pieter Elbers resigned in March 2026 citing personal reasons, though his exit followed sustained pressure from those setbacks and rising costs.
Singh described joining Indigo as “a pivotal moment” for both the airline and Indian aviation, as the carrier accelerates beyond its domestic stronghold into a more competitive global arena.
In an industry where turbulence is measured in both altitude and headlines, Indigo isn’t just hiring a strategist, it’s recruiting a steady hand to navigate from domestic dominance to international takeoff, one calculated flight plan at a time.
