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April 24, 2026 | MacDermid AlphaEstimated reading time: 1 minute
MacDermid Alpha Electronics Solutions, a business of Element Solutions Inc, is pleased to announce that Dr. Ravi Bhatkal, Vice President of Strategy, has been elected Vice Chairman of the Board of Directors of the International Electronics Manufacturing Initiative (INEMI).
Bhatkal was elected as part of INEMI’s 2026 Board of Directors and will serve alongside the consortium’s other board members. In his new role, he will help guide the organization’s strategic direction and support its mission to advance innovation across the global electronics manufacturing supply chain.
INEMI, an industry-led consortium, brings together manufacturers, suppliers, universities, research institutes, industry associations, consortia and government agencies to identify technology needs, address gaps, and accelerate the adoption of new technologies through collaboration.
At MacDermid Alpha, Dr. Bhatkal has helped shape the company’s strategic direction and strengthen its engagement with the broader electronics manufacturing industry. This new appointment reflects both his leadership and dedication to advance innovation across the electronics sector. At INEMI, Dr. Bhatkal has served in various leadership roles over the last two decades, as a Board Member, Technical Committee Member, Chair or Co-Chair of several INEMI Technology Roadmaps and as Project Leader.
“Dr. Ravi Bhatkal brings deep expertise in electronic materials and advanced manufacturing processes to his new role as Vice Chairman,” said Dr. Shekhar Chandrashekhar, CEO, INEMI. “His leadership in developing solutions for the electronics industry and commitment to industry research align closely with INEMI mission to be the premier collaboration forum to advance technology across the electronics manufacturing value chain.”
“I am honored to serve as Vice Chairman and support INEMI’s mission to move the industry forward,” said Dr. Bhatkal.
Dr. Bhatkal’s appointment further highlights MacDermid Alpha Electronics Solutions ongoing commitment to technical leadership, industry collaboration, and helping shape the future of electronics manufacturing.
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