Kalpesh Chinubhai Shah is an efficient Metallurgical Engineer with more than 34 years of professional experience, of which 25 years have been spent handling various assignments related to gas-based CDRI-HBI plants, and 9 years in project management, mainly in engineering and EPCM projects.

The major experience in HBI and CDRI plants includes conceptualisation to commissioning, operation and annual turnaround, plant expansion, engineering, and the successful HDRI transportation in containers for captive use.

His current assignments involve supporting as an SME for PFS, FEL, and due diligence of CDRI and HBI plants.

Research interests

Developing actionable, industry-relevant solutions by combining technical innovation with economic feasibility, aimed at delivering measurable improvements in real-world industrial operations. Providing practical advancements in plant design and operations, specifically addressing challenges related to efficiency and sustainability. Delivering research outcomes commercially viable for industrial application.