Mumbai, Nov. 3 -- Interview with Magesh Swaminathan, CEO, Infraserve Global
Infraserve Global was recently launched as a separate brand. Could you tell us more about the company and its journey?
InfraServe Global (ISG) is part of the Gainwell Group, which carries an 82-year legacy in the construction equipment sector through its Caterpillar dealership, TIL cranes and other product lines. ISG earlier operated as the Allied Business division out of our Pune facility and has now been carved out into a dedicated business entity - InfraServe Global.
ISG has been officially launched at bauma CONEXPO India, marking a new phase for the company as we expand our portfolio of specialised solutions for construction equipment and road maintenance applications.
What are the key products and solutions showcased by Infraserve Global at bauma CONEXPO India?
ISG's current portfolio spans the Linhoff and Lintec range of asphalt and concrete batching plants, Etnyre Road repair machines, Augertorque attachments, and our own ISG-branded pumps. We are also looking forward to adding more products to our portfolio going forward.
We operate through a dealership network across India, currently 15+ dealers strong and are working towards expanding this to 25. At bauma India, we launched three products from the Etnyre - Road Saver, Asphalt Distributor and Mastic Kettle - along with ISG-branded pumps purpose-built for the Indian market.
Road maintenance is becoming an important focus area in India. How do you see the opportunity for these solutions?
India has been building roads at a rapid pace for more than two decades. Maintenance, however, continues to remain a challenge. New technologies in this segment can help improve road quality and reduce issues such as potholes and wear and tear.
We are working closely with organisations such as MoRTH and NHAI to explore how these technologies can be deployed across India, ultimately contributing to better motorable roads.
How do these products support the transition towards cleaner technologies?
Sustainability is a core strength of our products. For example, we have refurbished plants that are more than 25 years old, demonstrating the extended lifecycle and sustainability potential, these machines offer. Some Linhoff and Lintec plants that were supplied earlier have been refurbished after decades of operation.
The Etnyre products we are manufacturing in India use the same technology that is deployed in the US market. We are targeting around 80 percent localisation, with the remaining components being imported.
In road maintenance applications, our solutions replace conventional manual processes that typically involve higher pollution levels. These machines help cut emissions, reduce wear and tear, and minimise disturbance to the surrounding environment.
What role will government policies and contractors play in the adoption of road maintenance technologies?
Adoption of these products will largely be market-driven. Government bodies such as MoRTH and NHAI will play a key role in shaping enabling policies and frameworks, while contractors and end users will be the ones actually driving adoption on the ground.
Can you tell us about the engineering and R&D capabilities behind these products?
Etnyre brings 125 years of US engineering heritage, while Linhoff represents German technology. Both partners provide us with strong engineering support and technical expertise.
At the same time, ISG has developed its own products, including pumps, based on customer surveys, market understanding and the experience of our internal team. By combining technology partnerships with our own engineering capabilities, we are developing solutions tailored to Indian market requirements.
Where do you see Infraserve Global in the next five years?
Our vision is to become the go-to enterprise for customers seeking solutions in construction equipment and road maintenance. Whenever that requirement arises, ISG - InfraServe Global - should be the first name that comes to mind.
Published by HT Digital Content Services with permission from Construction World.