Founded by two Scotsmen, Stephen George Balmer and Alexander Lawrie, in Kolkata, Balmer Lawrie & Co. Ltd. started its corporate journey as a Partnership Firm on 1st February 1867. Traversing the 157 years gone by, today Balmer Lawrie is a Miniratna - I Public Sector Enterprise under the Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas, Govt. of India, with a turnover of Rs. 2383 crores and a profit of Rs. 154 crores.
Balmer Lawrie is a diversified PSE leveraging technology and innovation for manufacturing and providing world class solutions.
Balmer Lawrie adheres to robust corporate governance practices, emphasising on transparency, accountability, and ethical conduct to ensure sustainable business growth and stakeholder trust.
Balmer Lawrie regularly invites tenders for various projects and services, promoting fair competition and transparency in the procurement process.
Balmer Lawrie through regular press releases, events and newsletters, ensures that its stakeholders are well-informed about the company's latest developments and achievements.
Balmer Lawrie & Co. Ltd., a Mini Ratna Category-I PSE under the Ministry of Petroleum & Natural Gas, GOI, has announced an important leadership change at the Board level. Mr. Sandip Das has taken over as Director [Finance] and Chief Financial Officer with effect from 01 May 2020. Mr. Das will be overseeing the Finance and IT functions of the Company.
Profile of Mr. Sandip Das
Mr. Sandip Das, a qualified Chartered Accountant, joined Balmer Lawrie on 24th May 1993. Prior to taking over as Director, he was holding the position of Senior Vice President [Finance]. A seasoned professional with more than 30 years of experience, he has worked in core business areas in both manufacturing and services and the Corporate Finance function, during his tenure at Balmer Lawrie.