Sreenivas Narayanan
Technical and Compliance Director - Middle East and Asia Pacific
Siderise Insulation Limited
About Sreenivas Narayanan
Sreenivas Narayanan (Sreeni) is the Global Partnerships Director for Siderise, where he is responsible for expanding the company’s footprint and strategic influence worldwide. A seasoned specialist in façade specification and compliance, Sreeni has spent nearly two decades navigating the complexities of the built environment, with a particular focus on the Middle East, India, and the Asia Pacific regions.
Professional Background & Expertise
Before stepping into his current global leadership role, Sreeni served for ten years as Technical Director. During this tenure, he was the primary architect of the company’s technical strategy across emerging markets. His deep expertise in passive fire protection is rooted in:
- Market Development: Driving business growth and establishing Siderise as a leader in new international territories.
- Technical Advocacy: Promoting advanced fire containment technologies essential for modern building construction.
- Regulatory Compliance: Assisting contractors, architects, and developers in navigating complex code requirements and project-specific safety matters.
Testing & Innovation
Sreeni has been a driving force behind some of the industry’s most rigorous safety initiatives. He has been instrumental in the undertaking of comprehensive fire testing programs, collaborating with over 60 different cladding manufacturers. His technical oversight has led to the completion of:
- 300+ large-scale system façade tests relating to external assemblies.
- Numerous resistance-to-fire tests were conducted in partnership with leading façade system manufacturers.
Industry Leadership
Based in the Middle East since 2007, Sreeni possesses an unparalleled understanding of regional regulations and global safety standards. He is a prominent voice in the fire safety community, frequently participating in international façade and fire safety conferences. A dedicated educator, he regularly delivers technical presentations aimed at advancing industry knowledge on fire containment and life safety in the modern urban landscape.
