Mathew Abraham
About Mathew Abraham
Mathew Abraham serves as the General Manager of Technical and Market Development for Polymers at Gharda Chemicals Limited, bringing over two decades of experience in the chemicals industry. He holds a Ph.D. in Chemical Engineering and has expertise in high temperature polymers synthesis and materials science.
Work at Gharda Chemicals
Mathew Abraham has been serving as the General Manager of Technical and Market Development for Polymers at Gharda Chemicals Limited since 2003. In this role, he focuses on advancing the company's polymer products and market strategies. His tenure at Gharda Chemicals has spanned over 21 years, during which he has contributed significantly to the company's growth and innovation in the polymers sector. Prior to his current position, he worked as a Senior Process Engineer at the same company from 1992 to 1995.
Education and Expertise
Mathew Abraham holds a Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D. Tech) in Chemical Engineering from the University Department of Chemical Engineering (ICT), Mumbai, which he completed from 1985 to 1990. He also earned a Master of Chemical Engineering (M.Chem.Eng) from the University Department of Chemical Technology (ICT), Matunga, Mumbai, between 1982 and 1985, and a Bachelor of Technology (B.Tech.) in Chemical Engineering from the Indian Institute of Technology, Bombay, from 1976 to 1981. His expertise includes high-temperature polymers synthesis and materials science, along with skills in process development and process engineering.
Background
Mathew Abraham's educational journey began at Luanshya Boys Secondary School, where he completed his Cambridge 'O' Levels from 1971 to 1975. Following his secondary education, he pursued higher studies in chemical engineering, leading to a robust academic foundation that supports his professional career in the chemicals industry. His background includes significant experience in research and development, particularly in the field of polymers.
Previous Experience at Rallis India Ltd
Before joining Gharda Chemicals, Mathew Abraham worked at Rallis India Ltd as a Manager in Research and Development from 1995 to 2000. His role involved overseeing various R&D projects, contributing to the development of innovative solutions within the chemicals sector. This experience further solidified his expertise and understanding of the industry.