- Mr. Lalit Bokadia, CEO, Moxy Steel Impex
1. What is the biggest opportunity you see for Indo-French business collaboration by 2030? Please let us know how your company/organisation is preparing for it.
One of the biggest opportunities for Indo-French business collaboration by 2030 lies in the sustainable development of industrial infrastructure, particularly in sectors like green energy, clean manufacturing, and smart urbanization. As both India and France push for decarbonization and infrastructure modernization, there is growing demand for high-quality steel products, precision pipe fittings, and corrosion-resistant materials—areas where collaboration can bring technological and supply chain advantages.
At Moxy Steel Impex, we see strong potential for joint ventures, technology sharing, and quality standard alignment with French companies, particularly in the manufacture of specialized pipe fittings, flanges, and custom steel solutions used in renewable energy projects, hydrogen pipelines, water treatment, and sustainable construction.
To prepare, we are enhancing our manufacturing capabilities to meet international standards, investing in modern equipment and sustainable practices, and expanding our product lines to cater to emerging sectors. We are also exploring partnerships with French firms for technical collaborations and co-developing customized steel solutions for evolving industrial needs.
By 2030, we aim to be a reliable link in the Indo-French supply chain for sustainable infrastructure—supporting projects that prioritize durability, safety, and environmental responsibility.
2. In today’s evolving global landscape, how are you building resilience and agility in your leadership strategy?
In today’s evolving global landscape, building resilience and agility in our leadership strategy at Moxy Steel Impex is essential to staying competitive and future-ready. We are focusing on three key pillars: adaptability, innovation, and people-centric leadership.
First, we are embracing adaptive planning by closely monitoring global supply chain trends, market volatility, and geopolitical shifts that affect the steel and manufacturing sectors. This allows us to make quicker, data-informed decisions and respond proactively to disruptions.
Second, we are investing in digital tools and automation to improve operational efficiency and supply chain visibility. These technologies help us stay agile in production planning, inventory management, and customer service, ensuring faster turnaround and better responsiveness to client needs.
Finally, we believe that leadership resilience comes from building strong, empowered teams. We are cultivating a culture of continuous learning, cross-functional collaboration, and open communication. By encouraging initiative and accountability at every level, we create a leadership pipeline that is both adaptable and forward-thinking.
In a time of uncertainty, our focus remains on being flexible in strategy, firm in values, and future-focused in action—ensuring that Moxy Steel Impex can navigate change while continuing to deliver quality and reliability to our partners globally.
3. With 2026 being celebrated as the Indo-French Year of Innovation, how do you envision this initiative creating new opportunities for growth and collaboration?
The Indo-French Year of Innovation in 2026 presents a powerful platform to foster technology-driven growth, industrial collaboration, and sustainable development between the two nations. For a manufacturing-focused company like Moxy Steel Impex, this initiative opens the door to joint innovation, R&D partnerships, and high value technology exchanges.
We envision this year as an opportunity to collaborate with French firms on advanced materials, precision engineering, and clean manufacturing processes—key areas where France has strong expertise. These innovations can directly enhance our product quality, especially in high-performance pipe fittings, flanges, and corrosion resistant steel solutions used in sectors like renewable energy, water infrastructure, and smart cities.
Moxy Steel Impex is actively preparing by exploring partnerships with French technology providers, participating in Indo-French trade and innovation forums, and aligning our production standards with global benchmarks. We also aim to co-develop custom-engineered steel components that meet the evolving needs of both domestic and international infrastructure projects.
The 2026 Innovation Year will not only strengthen bilateral ties but also accelerate value creation through knowledge-sharing and co-development, positioning companies like ours to contribute meaningfully to the future of sustainable industrial growth.
4. As a CEO, how do you view India's role in your global growth strategy and what strategic advantages does the country offer your business or the industry you operate in?
As CEO of Moxy Steel Impex, I see India as the cornerstone of our global growth strategy. The country offers a unique blend of manufacturing strength, skilled talent, and a rapidly expanding infrastructure ecosystem, making it an ideal base for both domestic excellence and international expansion.
India’s strategic geographic location allows us to efficiently serve markets across Asia, the Middle East, Europe, and Africa. The government's continued focus on infrastructure development, Make in India, and Atmanirbhar Bharat has also created strong demand for high-quality steel products, pipe fittings, and flanges—areas where we specialize.
Additionally, India’s cost-competitive manufacturing environment, coupled with ongoing improvements in logistics, digital infrastructure, and trade facilitation, gives us a significant edge in global markets. It enables us to offer world-class products at competitive prices while maintaining agility in our supply chain.
From an innovation standpoint, India's growing emphasis on green steel, sustainability, and smart manufacturing aligns perfectly with our vision to modernize and expand responsibly. We are leveraging these trends to upgrade our processes, explore new product segments, and engage in technology collaborations.
In short, India is not just a manufacturing hub for us—it is a launchpad for global collaboration, innovation, and long-term growth.