Change of Guard at Confederation of Indian Industry – Goa Council Chairperson and Vice Chairman

Panjim, 6th March 2026: The incoming leadership brings together deep expertise in industrial manufacturing and maritime engineering a combination well-suited to the priorities Goa's industry faces in the coming year.

Mr. Mahendra Wani, Country Head – Business Segment, Siemens Ltd. has been elected as the Chairman of the Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) Goa Council for the year 2026-27 while Mr. Prasad Prabhakar Sawant, CEO, Buoyancy Consultants has been elected as the Vice Chairman of the Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) Goa Council for the year 2026-27.

Siemens Ltd. is a leading powerhouse in electronics and electrical engineering with a business volume aggregating about Rs. 12,000 Cr. Siemens’ facility in Goa stands as one of India’s most advanced, strategically located, and innovation-driven manufacturing hubs. Situated in Verna, this world-class facility symbolizes Siemens’ commitment to technological excellence, sustainability, and the future of industrial growth in India.

"Through strategic partnerships with industry, government, and civil society, we aim to secure a future where Goa thrives as a dynamic and sustainable hub for business and community development." Said Mr. Wani.

Mr. Prasad Prabhakar Sawant, CEO of Buoyancy Consultants, one of India’s leading ship and offshore design engineering firms, headquartered in Goa with four international offices, serving clients across 35+ countries. With nearly two decades of global maritime experience across 22+ countries, he also contributes to the ecosystem as Founding Trustee of The Blue Economy Hub (TBEH), Board Member of the Konkan Maritime Cluster and member of the Managing Committee of SITEG. He is widely recognized for his commitment to innovation, sustainable maritime development, and collaborative industry growth.

“It is an honour to serve as Vice Chairman, CII Goa. I believe every industry member can be a catalyst for positive change, and together we can build a stronger, more future‑ready Goa. I look forward to collaborating with my fellow CII members as we learn, grow, and create lasting impact as one unified ecosystem.” Said Mr. Sawant

Their names were announced at the 'CII Goa Annual Meeting 2026' organized under the theme 'Competitive Industry, Confident India: Goa's Role' featuring two substantive business sessions that formed the intellectual centrepiece of the programme. 

While the first session with the theme – 'Defining the Next Phase of Manufacturing: From High Volume to High Value' - examined how Indian manufacturing sector is evolving from a volume-driven production model toward one centred on higher productivity, advanced technologies, and differentiated capabilities, the second session took a wider macroeconomic view, examining how global uncertainties geopolitical tensions, inflation volatility, and shifting supply chains are interacting with India's considerable domestic strengths.

About Buoyancy Consultants: Buoyancy Consultants is a global marine engineering and design firm headquartered in Goa, India, with offices and strategic partnerships across the USA, Europe, Asia, and the Middle East. Backed by ISO 9001:2015 and ISO 27001:2022 certifications, our highly skilled team of naval architects and design engineers delivers end-to-end solutions for ships and offshore projects from concept and basic design to retrofits and production support. Leveraging advanced software platforms and digital shipbuilding technologies, we combine precision engineering, sustainability, and global outreach to shape the future of maritime innovation.