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Devan Pillay appointed cluster president, Anglophone Africa for Schneider Electric
After rejoining the company last year as vice president for Buildings, Devan Pillay has been appointed cluster president, Anglophone Africa for Schneider Electric. Formerly the president of Signify Africa, Pillay comes with a wealth of experience that includes senior positions at Eskom, GE (General Electric), 3M and Schneider Electric from 1998 to 2003.

Devan Pillay, cluster president, Anglophone Africa for Schneider Electric
“I look forward to the exciting challenges my new role as cluster president will bring. Anglophone Africa offers many opportunities and the region’s business is on firm footing. We have solidified our segment approach to South Africa and strengthened our business in East and West Africa,” said Pillay.
He takes over from Albert Fuchet.
“Under the leadership of Pillay, Schneider Electric’s Anglophone Africa business will undoubtedly continue to flourish, building on the firm foundation set by Fuchet which has led the company to profitable and sustainable growth during his successful tenure,” commented Caspar Hertzberg, president, Middle East and Africa at Schneider Electric.
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