Our Team
K. Ravi Kumar
Managing Director
K. Ravi Kumar
Managing Director
A veteran in materials and construction machinery engineering, Mr. K. Ravi Kumar heads the operations at Tugkraft. After a brief stint with public sector BEML,he set up the Indital Construction Machinery Limited in 1989, one of the pioneers in the manufacture of Container Handling Equipment, Heavy Forklift Trucks and Mobile Cranes in India.
In 2007, Indital was acquired by the Helsinki-based Cargotec, a company with more than 40 years’ experience in the manufacture of material handling equipment. With innovation and creativity as his strengths, he launched more than a dozen India-first equipment during the last three decades, which fetched him the coveted Best Entrepreneur Award from our late President Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam.
V. Bhaskar
Director Finance
V. Bhaskar
Director Finance
A veteran electronic engineer with more than 35 years experience in finance and general management in the medical devices and electronics manufacturing industries in the country, Mr. Bhaskar has been a successful entrepreneur in the electronics engineering field for more than 20 years. His experience in finance and engineering, including manufacturing, is one of the core strengths of Tugkraft.
Gautam V.
Director Projects
Gautam V.
Director Projects
A Mechanical Engineer with a Master’s degree in Science from the Aachen University of Applied Sciences, Germany, Mr. Gautam started his career as Coordinator (Regulatory Affairs) at Erocor Gmbh, an International Life Sciences Technology Corporation in Germany.
He relocated to India and joined Loadstar in 2017 when the company started its production in the country. With his dedication, hard work and zeal, he became an expert in the core aspects of design and production of Loadstar brand Material and Container Handling Equipment and was appointed Director (Projects) in October 2018. At Tugkraft, Mr. Gautam manages design, production and tenders.
K.C. Subayya
Director Operations
K.C. Subayya
Director Operations
With over 25 years of experience in the aviation industry, K.C. Subayya possesses a comprehensive understanding of the complexities and intricacies Ground Support Equipment (GSE) manufacture and maintenance, aircraft maintenance, airport operations, and safety regulations.
He has a proven track record of successfully managing ground operations, overseeing aircraft turn around processes, and coordinating with various stakeholders to ensure seamless operations and passenger satisfaction. He remains at the forefront of Tugkraft, driving efficiency, safety and success of the product in the aviation sector.
S. Dass
GM Finance
S. Dass
GM Finance
An expert hand in general administration, accounts, budgets, audit and business management, Mr. Dass has been holding senior managerial positions in the Finance wing of BEML, a Public Sector Enterprise under the Ministry of Defence, Govt. of India, and as Business Controller in Cargotec India Pvt. Ltd, a multinational company having its Head Quarters in Helsinki, Finland.
Vidya
Director
Vidya
Director
Vidya Ravi Kumar, a Mechanical Engineering graduate from PESIT, Bangalore, and an MBA in Marketing from UCLA, Los Angeles, co-founded Tugkraft alongside her father, Ravi Kumar.
At Tugkraft, Vidya spearheaded the creation of the innovative Push Back Tractor model TT-110, engineered with components from industry leaders like ZF and Ashok Leyland. Designed to excel in India's challenging conditions, the TT-110 is renowned for its user-friendly design, low maintenance, and operational efficiency.
Vidya also led the design and development of Tugkraft's groundbreaking 4x4 model, the TTX-120, in collaboration with LIFTEC, an established Design firm based in Italy. This endeavour showcased her commitment to innovation and excellence in the GSE sector.
In late 2017, Vidya relocated to the United States, where she diversified her expertise across various industries, specialising in Supply Chain and Project Management. While her focus shifted geographically, her strategic influence and leadership at Tugkraft remained steadfast. As a key shareholder and board member, Vidya continues to shape the company's trajectory and uphold its legacy of excellence.
Beyond her corporate endeavours, Vidya channels her creativity into the realm of art, nurturing her passion during leisure moments. Currently, Vidya is dedicated to establishing a robust Marketing network in the USA, facilitating the introduction of cutting-edge equipment by Tugkraft, including Electric Push Back Tractors and Electric Baggage Tractors, marking a significant stride towards sustainable and innovative GSE solutions.