Anant Badjatya appointed as CEO of SUN Mobility-IOCL JV, Indofast Swap Energy
SUN
Mobility-IOCL today announced the appointment of Anant Badjatya as the CEO of
its newly formed joint venture, Indofast Swap Energy Pvt.
Ltd. Anant Badjatya, formerly CEO - SUN
Mobility, has taken the reins of Indofast with immediate effect. This strategic
move follows the landmark deal signed by IOCL and SUN Mobility in June 2024 to
establish one of India's largest battery-swapping networks by 2030.
Anant Badjatya, who has
over 20 years of experience in the energy and automotive sectors, will lead
Indofast Energy's efforts to establish an extensive battery-swapping network by
bringing together the might of IndianOil’s network of over 37,000 fuel stations
across India, with SUN Mobility’s unparalleled battery swapping
technology. Indofast Swap Energy, with
its Battery-as-a-Service model will offer two and three wheeler owners
affordable mobility options, eliminating range anxiety and long charging times.
Speaking
on his new role, Anant Badjatya, CEO, Indofast Swap Energy Pvt. Ltd.
stated “We would like to be synonymous with India’s mobility revolution and a
household name for 2 and 3 wheeler customers.
Our offering of innovative technology with extensive infrastructure is
unparalleled and underscores our resolve to provide a practical, accessible,
and eco-friendly solution to all. .”
The establishment of
Indofast Swap Energy aligns with India's broader goals for sustainable
development and supports the government's push towards increased adoption of
electric vehicles. As part of this commitment, IOCL and SUN Mobility are
focused on enhancing battery management systems and charging infrastructure
across the country.