Hilton Mumbai International Airport Appoints Sandip Nalawade as Director of Engineering

Hilton Mumbai International Airport is pleased to announce the appointment of Mr. Sandip Nalawade as Director of Engineering.

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With over 23 years of extensive experience in hospitality engineering across leading global brands including Hilton, Ritz-Carlton, Mandarin Oriental, Sofitel, Conrad, JW Marriott, Accor and Hyatt, Mr. Nalawade brings deep expertise in engineering operations, sustainability, energy management, and large-scale hotel infrastructure.

A seasoned pre-opening hotelier and sustainability leader, Mr. Nalawade has successfully led high-impact projects delivering LEED Platinum and ISO 14001 certifications, driven significant energy and water efficiency initiatives, and overseen complex engineering operations for luxury hotels and mixed-use developments. His strong command over HVAC, electrical systems, water management, life safety systems and building management technologies has consistently enhanced asset performance and guest experience.

Commenting on the appointment, Deepak Kumar, General Manager, Hilton Mumbai International Airport, said:“Sandip’s deep technical expertise, strong leadership skills and proven track record in sustainability and asset excellence make him a valuable addition to our leadership team. His experience across global luxury brands and his familiarity with Hilton standards will play a key role in strengthening our infrastructure and supporting our long-term sustainability goals.”

In his new role, Mr. Nalawade will oversee all engineering and facility operations at Hilton Mumbai International Airport, with a strong focus on asset integrity, safety, sustainability and operational efficiency.

Hilton Mumbai International Airport welcomes Mr. Nalawade to the leadership team and looks forward to his contribution in enhancing the hotel’s operational excellence and guest experience.