About Us
Metallurgical Consultancy by Mr. A.V.L. Narasimham
Family Background
Mr. A.V.L. Narasimham is the second son of Late Sri A.S.N. Murty and Smt. A. Bangaramma. His father was an eminent Advocate based in Parlakhemundi (Ganjam district), Odisha. He is also the son-in-law of Late Shri N. Seetha Raman, who served as the Electrical Head at FACOR. He has one elder brother who was a renowned judge in Odisha and four sisters. He is happily married to Mrs. Suryakanthi and they have three children. His youngest daughter is settled in Vizag with her son-in-law working at Vizag Steel. His second daughter is in the US, where both she and her son-in-law work for Campbell Phillips, a reputed oil company. His eldest son works in a ferro alloy plant. He was born on 24th September 1947 in Hargaon, a small industrial town in Sitapur District, Uttar Pradesh.
Educational Background
- Completed early education up to Pre-Professional Course in Parlakhemundi
- Graduated in Metallurgical Engineering from Regional Engineering College, Rourkela (Odisha)
- Maintained consistent first-class performance throughout academic career
- Member of MIIM (Member of Indian Institute of Metals) and MIE (Member of Institution of Engineers)
- Associated with the Indian Institute of Metals
- Demonstrated strong aptitude in metallurgical sciences and engineering principles
- Participated actively in technical workshops and industrial training programs
Professional Background
Mr. Narasimham began his professional journey in 1969 with Ferro Alloys Corporation (FACOR) as a Shift Metallurgist and rose to the position of General Manager by 1993. He held several senior leadership roles in Tata Steel, Balasore Alloys, Shah Alloys, Metkore Alloys, and Rohit Ferro Tech. In 2004, he founded his own consultancy firm and has since provided comprehensive technical advisory services and operational turnaround strategies to numerous ferro alloy plants across India. With over 50+ years of experience in the industry, he continues to be a trusted advisor to leading metallurgical companies.
Detailed Ferro Alloy Plants Involvement
| Period | Organization | Position | Remarks |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1969-1982 | Ferro Alloys Corporation, Shreeram nagar A.P | Asst Superintendant | |
| 1983-1990 | Charge chrome plant, Randia, Bhadrak, Orissa | Senior Manager | |
| 1991-1998 | Ferro Alloys Corporation, Shreeram nagar A.P | General Manager(CEO) | |
| 1998-1999 | FAP Bamnipal, TATA steel, Orissa | AGM(LEVEL3) | |
| 2000-2003 | Balasore Alloys LTD, Balgopalpur, Orissa | Director(Operations) | |
| 2004-2006 | 1. Srivasavi Industries, Bishnupur, West Bengal 2. JSPL Raigarh Chattisgarh 3. GMR Industries, Tekkali, A.P 4. Andhra Ferro Alloys, Garbham A.P 5. Sri Raghavendra Ferro Alloys, NakerkOl, A.P 6. Jindal stainless, JKRoad, Orissa 7. Rohit Ferro Tech, Bishnupur, W.B 8. Monnet Ispat, Durgapur, W.B 9. Shyam Ferro, W.B 10. Sova ISPAT W.B 11. Jindal steel, Kothavalasa, A.P 12. Monnet Ispat Raipur | Consultancy | |
| 2007 | ROHIT Ferro Tech, JK Road, Orissa | Technical Director | Regular Service |
| 2008 | SAL STEEL Gandidham, Gujarat | Executive Director | |
| 2009-2015 | 1. Sri Vasavi Industries, Bishnupur W.B 2. Metkore Industries, Tekkali, A.P 3. JSPL RAIGARH 4. SAL STEEL Gandidham, Gujarat 5. Mahalakshmi smelters Garbham A.P 6. Swastik Ferro Alloys, Garividi A.P 7. Andhra Ferro Alloys, Garbham A.P 8. Prakash Industries champa Chattisgarh | Technical Adviser |
Professional Overseas Visits
Mr. Narasimham has visited several international plants as part of his technical career:
- 🇩🇪 West Germany
- 🇯🇵 Japan
- 🇿🇦 South Africa
- 🇿🇼 Zimbabwe
- 🇸🇪 Sweden
- 🇳🇴 Norway
- 🇫🇮 Finland
- 🇨🇳 China
- 🇴🇲 Oman
Personal International Visits
Personal travels and leisure visits to various countries:
- 🇺🇸 United States
- 🇬🇧 United Kingdom
- 🇫🇷 France
- 🇮🇹 Italy
- ðŸ‡ðŸ‡° Hong Kong
- 🇸🇬 Singapore
- 🇮🇩 Indonesia
Our Mission
To deliver innovative, scalable, and cost-effective metallurgical solutions that enhance production, efficiency, and sustainability across the ferro alloy sectors.
We are committed to leveraging decades of hands-on experience to provide comprehensive technical consulting that optimizes plant operations, reduces production costs, and implements sustainable practices in the metallurgical industry.
Our Vision
To be India's most trusted metallurgical think tank, consistently delivering strategic, technical, and operational value to industry-leading clients.
We aspire to shape the future of India's ferro alloy sectors by fostering innovation, sharing knowledge, and building lasting partnerships that drive industry excellence and sustainable growth.
Why Top Industries Trust Us
- 50+ years of experience in metallurgical plant operations & turnaround consulting.
- Hands-on transformation of multiple ferro alloy units in Odisha, West Bengal, Andhra Pradesh, and Chhattisgarh.
- Recognized by TATA, Jindal, GMR, Ferro Alloys Corp., and many others for real, impactful results.
Our Impact Journey
1994 – Ferro Alloys Corporation Ltd
Developed breakthrough method to use High Manganese Slag when raw materials were scarce, enabling continued exports.
2004 – Jindal Steel & Power
Solved persistent sparking issues at contact shoes in SAF furnaces, ensuring long-term equipment reliability.
2005 – GMR Ferrochrome Plant
Achieved consistent reduction in carbon % in production over a 3-month optimization engagement.
2008 – SAL STEEL Gandidham
Led plant operations as Executive Director, implementing strategic improvements in production efficiency and quality control systems.
2009-2015 – Multiple Plants
Provided comprehensive technical advisory services to eight major ferro alloy plants across India, focusing on operational optimization, technological upgrades, and sustainable production practices.
Acknowledgments
Mr. A.V.L. Narasimham expresses his heartfelt gratitude to those who have been instrumental in his success:
His beloved wife - Mrs. Suryakanthi, for her unwavering support throughout his career journey
His children and son-in-laws - for their love, encouragement and understanding
Three key people behind his success:
- Mr. G.R.K. Murthy
- Mr. B.A. Raju
- Mr. Punit Jaswani