Sunil Tiku Joins Eastman Auto As Chief Business Officer, Solar & Storage

Eastman Auto & Power Limited (EAPL) has appointed Sunil Tiku as Chief Business Officer – Large Systems (Solar and Storage Business).

With over 32 years of established career, Tiku brings his experience in managing business development, sales, product and project management, and the execution of energy projects across diverse industrial landscapes. In this new leadership role, Tiku will drive Eastman’s foray into the large-scale solar and energy storage segment, with a focus on utility-scale solar systems, integrated storage solutions, and partnerships across commercial and industrial segments. 

Previous experiences

Tiku has been recognized for his ability to deliver growth through planning, key account management, and team empowerment. His experience includes managing full P&L responsibilities, securing value projects, and leading organizations through expansion. 

Before joining Eastman, Sunil Tiku served as the Country Manager – India for SOFARSOLAR, where he led the company’s Grid-Tie, Hybrid Inverter, and Energy Storage System (ESS) business with full P&L responsibility. Before that, he held Senior Leadership positions at Solartive Techno Products, Waaree Group, RAL Consumer Products & Luminous.

“I am excited to join Eastman at a time when the solar energy landscape in India is rapidly evolving,” said Sunil  Tiku, Chief Business Officer – Large System Solar & Storage Business. “With Eastman strengthening its manufacturing capabilities in Power Electronics, Lithium Batteries, and Lead Acid Batteries, I look forward to leading this portfolio for large-scale solar and storage accounts, specifically in the Utility plus Commercial & Industrial segments. I am eager to drive these strategic partnerships for Eastman, focusing on Inverters & Lithium Batteries. I look  forward to building high-performing teams and delivering customer-centric solutions that enable India’s transition  to smarter, greener energy.” 

His role in launching and growing the Solar Energy business has been marked by vision, revenue acceleration, and market expansion.