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Executive Appointments and Governance Changes
Executive Appointments and Governance Changes news
25 September 2025
RWE Extends Katja van Doren's Executive Board Term to 2029
Katja van Doren's contract as RWE's CHRO is extended to 2029, covering HR, IT, auditing, and security. The Supervisory Board praises her contributions to RWE's global employer appeal.
22 September 2025
Momentive Names Ricardo Pravda as CHRO
Ricardo Pravda, with 25+ years in HR, joins from Hikma Pharmaceuticals to lead global HR strategy, focusing on culture, talent, and growth.
18 September 2025
Evonik Executive Board Update
Maike Schuh exits Evonik; Christian Kullmann and Dr. Claus Rettig assume interim finance roles. Thomas Wessel's contract extended to 2028.
12 September 2025
Uniper Restructures Management: Barr as CFO, Twelemann Heads HR and Transformation
Barr joins as CFO, replacing Dönges. Twelemann leads HR and Transformation. Kreetz and Poppinga's contracts extended, focusing on trading and renewable energy.
8 September 2025
Arkema Appoints Laurent Peyronneau as EVP of Adhesive Solutions
Laurent Peyronneau, with extensive adhesives experience, succeeds Vincent Legros to drive Bostik's growth and profitability, leveraging synergies within Arkema.
8 September 2025
Equinor and Shell Appoint CEO and Chair for Adura
Neil McCulloch and Nicoletta Giadrossi lead Adura, aiming for operational excellence and energy security in the UK North Sea. Launch expected by end of 2025, pending regulatory approvals.
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4 September 2025
Huntsman Appoints Julia Wright as EVP, General Counsel; David Stryker to Retire
David Stryker retires, transitioning to EVP, Strategic Initiatives. Julia Wright, with extensive legal experience, joins as his successor.
4 September 2025
Gasunie Appoints Bart Leenders as CTO
Bart Leenders joins Gasunie as CTO on Nov 1, 2025. With a background at Neste, he brings expertise in sustainable energy projects, aligning with Gasunie's energy transition goals.
1 September 2025
Moeve Names Antonio Joyanes EVP of Energy Parks & E&P
Antonio Joyanes to lead Energy Parks and E&P. Alex Archila retires after 42 years, praised for his leadership and contributions to Moeve's transformation.
1 September 2025
dsm-firmenich Expands Executive Committee for Consumer-Focused Growth
Alessandre Keller and Maurizio Clementi join the Executive Committee, focusing on health, nutrition, and taste segments for strategic growth.
1 September 2025
Worley Appoints Former Incitec Pivot CEO to Board
Jeanne Johns joins as Non-Executive Director, bringing global expertise. Sharon Warburton retires after six years, noted for her leadership in strategy and risk management.
21 August 2025
Covestro Names Annie Chen as Taiwan Managing Director
Annie Chen, current Head of Supply Chain, will succeed Dr. Carsten Wildebrand as Managing Director in Taiwan, continuing to lead supply chain operations in Asia-Pacific.
18 August 2025
Teijin Aramid CEO Change
Peter ter Horst steps down as CEO in 2025. Taiichi Machida, with strategic experience, will succeed him, aiming to continue business evolution and value delivery.
31 July 2025
Covestro Q2 2025: Market Volatility Impacts Performance
Q2 sales and EBITDA fell due to price drops and tariffs. Forecasts adjusted. Acquisition of Pontacol AG to boost sustainable growth. New CCO appointed.
17 July 2025
Johnson Matthey Appoints Andrew Cosslett as Chair
Andrew Cosslett succeeds Patrick Thomas as Chair, bringing extensive leadership experience to support strategic transformation and sustainable growth.
29 May 2025
Tengizchevroil Appoints William Lacobie as General Director
William Lacobie succeeds Kevin Lyon as General Director on June 10, 2025. Lyon moves to Chevron HQ. Lacobie brings 31 years of experience, focusing on safe operations and local partnerships.
10 February 2025
Velocys Appoints Matthew Viergutz as CEO
Viergutz, with 25+ years in process licensing, aims to boost tech deployment for reducing emissions. Velocys recently went private with $40MM investment for growth.
30 January 2025
Northvolt North America Leadership Change
Karen Chang and Jose Diaz are interim CEO and COO, respectively, during the leadership transition. Paolo Cerruti remains Chairman, supporting strategic growth and continuity.
19 January 2025
CARBIOS delays Longlaville plant construction by 6-9 months due to financing
Discussions with stakeholders continue; state aid pending EU approval. Cash reserves and strategic adjustments ensure financial stability. New interim CEO appointed.
28 November 2024
FUCHS SE completes acquisition of STRUB & Co. AG
The acquisition secures Swiss market access, retains STRUB's brand and management, and adds a research and production plant. STRUB employs 40, with EUR 15M sales in 2023.
22 November 2024
Peter Carlsson Steps Down as Northvolt CEO
Northvolt files for Chapter 11, appoints interim leadership, and initiates CEO search. Carlsson remains as Senior Advisor and Board Member.
13 June 2022
Chevron finalizes Renewable Energy Group acquisition
The acquisition enhances Chevron's renewable fuels capabilities. CJ Warner, former REG CEO, joins Chevron's Board, bringing expertise in traditional and renewable energy sectors.
1 March 2015
GFBiochemicals Launches Commercial Production of Levulinic Acid
New management team with extensive industry experience joins to drive commercialization. Production starts Summer 2015 in Italy, scaling to 8,000 MT/yr by 2017.
11 October 2006
New CEO and Capacity Expansion at Diolen Industrial Fibers
Eric Tierie appointed CEO, succeeding Jan Michiels. Wouter Waleson joins Board of Management. Production capacity in Emmen to increase by 2,500 tons of polyester yarn.
