Sandon Global Strengthens Digital Transformation and Innovation with Key Appointments

    Sandon Global has appointed Dr Vishal Kharka as Process Technical Manager and Dr Muhammad Yasir Adnan as Business Systems Manager to lead its digital transformation initiatives. The appointments follow the successful completion of Knowledge Transfer Partnership (KTP) projects with The University of Manchester and Innovate UK.   Dr Kharka, who joined the company …

Canon EMEA appoints Shinichi ‘Sam’ Yoshida as New President & CEO

  Canon has announced the appointment of Shinichi ‘Sam’ Yoshida as President & CEO of Canon Europe, Middle East, and Africa (EMEA), effective March 1, 2025. Yoshida succeeds Yuichi Ishizuka, who is retiring after a 44-year career with Canon, including seven years leading the EMEA region.   Previously based in the U.S., Yoshida held roles …

Huhtamaki appoints Ralf K. Wunderlich as President and CEO

  Huhtamaki Oyj has announced the appointment of Ralf K. Wunderlich as its new President and CEO, effective January 15, 2025. Wunderlich, a seasoned executive in the packaging industry, will succeed Charles Héaulmé, who has held the position since 2019. Héaulmé will remain available until July 2025 to ensure a smooth transition.   Pekka Vauramo, …

Amcor appoints Peter Konieczny as CEO

  Amcor has announced the appointment of Peter Konieczny as its Chief Executive Officer. Konieczny has served as Interim CEO since April 2024 and will be nominated for election as a director at the company’s Annual Meeting in November.   Graeme Liebelt, Amcor’s Chairman, expressed confidence in Konieczny’s leadership. “Peter has demonstrated exceptional leadership in …

Husky Technologies names Bradley Selleck as new CEO, John Galt transitions to Chairman

  Husky Technologies has announced a leadership transition, with current Chief Operating Officer Bradley Selleck set to take over as CEO on October 1, while long-serving CEO John Galt will assume the role of Chairman. Husky, a global provider of solutions for the beverage, consumer goods, and medical device markets, is part of Platinum Equity’s …

XSYS acquires MacDermid Graphics Solutions, appoints new CEO

  XSYS has announced the signing of an agreement to acquire the MacDermid Graphics Solutions business and the appointment of a new CEO. The transaction involves purchasing certain shares and assets from subsidiaries of Element Solutions Inc. (NYSE: ESI), including MacDermid Graphics Solutions, for an enterprise value of approximately $325 million. The deal has received …

Flint Group appoints Pepijn Dinandt as CEO

  Flint Group has announced the appointment of Pepijn Dinandt as Chief Executive Officer (CEO), effective 1 September 2024. With three decades of leadership experience across various industries, Dinandt brings a wealth of knowledge to the role.   Dinandt expressed enthusiasm about his new position, stating, “I am honoured to lead such a well-established company …

Komori Europe appoints Thomas Heininger as new CEO

  Komori Europe has appointed Thomas Heininger as its new CEO, bringing extensive industry experience and strategic expertise to the role. Heininger, who will also continue as CEO of MBO Group, is expected to drive strategic initiatives to bolster the company’s growth and competitiveness.   Heininger’s appointment is seen as a pivotal move for Komori …

Kongsberg PCS appoints Nimil David as Product Manager- Automation & Robotics

  Kongsberg Precision Cutting Systems (Kongsberg PCS) has appointed Nimil David as its new Product Manager for Automation and Robotics, highlighting the company’s dedication to advancing automation. Nimil, based at the Kongsberg PCS production site in Brno, Czech Republic, brings deep knowledge and technical expertise to his new role, aiming to empower customers to enhance …