“The recent leadership promotions in our organization represent our ongoing commitment to recognizing and developing top talent within the specialty chemical industry,” said Ron Zmich, Senior Vice President of Industrial Specialties.

Renier Vree was there at the creation of Nouryon and played an instrumental role in shaping the company to become a global specialty chemicals leader.

An experienced leader focused on accelerating revenue, profitability, and strategic growth, Dipin Haria’s expertise spans operational and business management to strategic planning.

Henriques will head up Hempel's largest customer segment – its EUR 775 million Decorative business, representing 36% of Hempel's revenue. 

Alisha Bellezza will support PPG’s continued focus and innovation related to improving sustainability for automotive customers, while also driving expansion and success in the mobility sector.

Highlights of the meeting included the approval of the twelfth consecutive dividend raise to 2.00 EUR per share (+38% on previous year), representing a payout of around 35% and the election of Richard Ridinger as Chair of Supervisory.

The company announced a new President for the Division Group Research. 

In this newly created role, Marc Chan will be responsible for identifying markets to grow MPI’s sales beyond existing core paints, inks, and coatings business for the company’s industrial division. 

Daisy Dai has been appointed Technical Marketing Manager, Greater China, for the company's coatings business.

Ukhov joined Gema in 2017 as a ServiceNet Technician, and is currently in the position of Technical Service Specialist.