Honeywell has appointed Amit Tantia as Chief Financial Officer (CFO) for Asia-Pacific and India for its Process Automation business, effective March 2026.
Based in Pune, Tantia will lead financial planning, reporting, and operations across the APAC region and India, supporting business growth while ensuring strong financial governance.
Strategic Role in Driving Regional Growth
The Process Automation division is a critical part of Honeywell’s global strategy, enabling industries to improve efficiency, productivity, and performance.
In his new role, Amit Tantia will focus on:
- Aligning financial strategy with business goals
- Driving operational efficiency across markets
- Strengthening financial discipline and reporting systems
- Supporting expansion across Asia-Pacific and India
His leadership is expected to play a key role in scaling Honeywell’s automation-driven growth in the region.
Leadership Focus: Finance as a Growth Enabler
“The focus will be on aligning financial goals with business priorities and driving consistent, sustainable results across key markets.”
This reflects Honeywell’s broader approach of positioning finance as a strategic partner in business transformation, especially in automation and industrial innovation.
Extensive Experience Across Automation and Manufacturing
Amit Tantia brings over 19 years of experience at Honeywell, with deep expertise across multiple business units.
Previous Roles Include:
- CFO – Industrial Automation India (2024–2026)
- CFO – Performance Materials & Technologies India (2022–2023)
- CFO – Honeywell Automation India Limited (2018–2022)
During these roles, he contributed to:
- Strengthening financial controls
- Improving operational performance
- Driving business growth through strategic financial planning
Diverse Industry Background
Before joining Honeywell, Amit Tantia worked with:
- Lacoste
- Aditya Birla Group
- LNJ Bhilwara Group
His cross-industry experience has helped him build a strong understanding of:
- Manufacturing and automation
- Supply chain and distribution
- Financial strategy across global businesses
Educational Background
Amit Tantia is a Chartered Accountant from the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India and holds a Bachelor’s degree in Mathematics from MDS University, Ajmer.
About Honeywell
Honeywell is a leading global technology and industrial company operating across:
- Aerospace
- Building technologies
- Performance materials
- Safety and productivity solutions
The company continues to invest in automation, digital transformation, and sustainability, helping businesses improve efficiency, safety, and long-term growth.
Industry Insight: Finance Leadership in the Automation Era
Honeywell’s appointment highlights a broader trend:
- Finance leaders are becoming key drivers of business strategy
- Automation and digital transformation require strong financial oversight
- Regional CFO roles are critical for scaling global operations effectively
As industries adopt AI and automation, financial leadership will play a central role in managing growth and complexity.
