Petromin appoints Anil Nagpal as Group CTO to accelerate AI-led global expansion

Petromin Corporation has appointed Anil Nagpal as Group Chief Technology Officer as the automotive services company ramps up its AI-driven transformation and international growth ambitions.

The appointment comes as Petromin looks to strengthen its position in automotive services and multi-modal mobility by embedding artificial intelligence and machine learning across its operations, customer platforms and enterprise systems.

In his new role, Nagpal will lead the group’s global technology strategy and oversee the development of a scalable digital architecture designed to support future expansion. The company said his mandate will include integrating AI-powered predictive analytics, smart logistics capabilities and advanced customer engagement technologies across Petromin’s businesses.

Nagpal brings more than 24 years of experience in technology and automotive transformation, having previously worked with Accenture, Toyota Motor, Infosys, HCLTech and Daffodil Software. The company said his expertise in platform development and cognitive AI tools would help accelerate innovation and operational efficiency across the enterprise.

“The appointment of Anil Nagpal as CTO marks a critical milestone in Petromin’s evolution into an AI-first automotive powerhouse,” said Steve Basra, Group CEO of Petromin Corporation.

“Anil’s deep technical expertise and visionary leadership will be vital as we harness cognitive technologies, machine learning and advanced digital platforms to deliver unparalleled value to our customers worldwide. We are thrilled to welcome him to the executive leadership team.”

Nagpal said the automotive industry was entering a period where AI and cloud engineering were becoming central to business growth and transformation. “I am incredibly proud to join Petromin Corporation as Group Chief Technology Officer,” he said. 

Adding, “I am grateful for the trust placed in me by His Excellency Amr Al-Dabbagh and Group CEO Steve Basra. I look forward to partnering with them and the entire leadership team to execute a digital vision that sets a new global benchmark for excellence in the automotive industry.”

“We are at a unique crossroads where AI and Cloud Engineering are the primary engines of business growth, and I am eager to build something truly transformative with this world-class team,” Nagpal added.

Petromin said the leadership appointment reflects its broader strategy to position technology, AI and intelligent mobility solutions at the centre of its long-term growth plans.