Route Mobile has announced the appointment of Seckin Arikan as Additional (Non-Executive, Non-Independent) Director and Chairman, effective January 22, 2026. This follows the resignation of Mark James Reid from his position as Chairman and Director due to other personal commitments. The company acknowledged Reid’s valuable contributions during his tenure. These changes also lead to a re-composition of the Board’s committees.
New Chairman Appointed
Seckin Arikan (DIN: 11496476) has been appointed as an Additional (Non-Executive, Non-Independent) Director of Route Mobile and will also serve as Chairman of the Board, effective January 22, 2026. His appointment was approved via circular resolution on January 23, 2026.
Director Resignation
Mark James Reid (DIN: 10498698) has resigned from his position as Chairman and Director (Non-Executive, Non-Independent Director) of Route Mobile, effective at the close of business hours on January 22, 2026. The resignation is attributed to preoccupation and other personal commitments.
Committee Reconstitution
Following these leadership changes, Route Mobile has re-composed its committees, effective January 22, 2026. Key changes include:
Audit Committee
Anil Kumar Chanana remains Chairman. Prakash Advani, Harita Gupta, and Seckin Arikan are members.
Stakeholders’ Relationship Committee
Seckin Arikan is appointed as Chairman. Rajdipkumar Gupta and Prakash Advani are members.
Risk Management Committee
Anil Kumar Chanana remains Chairman. Prakash Advani and Seckin Arikan are members.
Seckin Arikan’s Background
Seckin Arikan currently serves as the CEO of Proximus Global. He is responsible for strengthening the company’s global position in digital communication and digital identity. He previously served as Chief Operating Officer and Head of the API Business Unit at Vonage and held senior executive roles at Ericsson for over 25 years.
Source: BSE
