AkzoNobel names Thierry Vanlancker as future head of Specialty Chemicals
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September 8, 2016
AkzoNobel has named Thierry F.J. Vanlancker as the future Executive Committee
member responsible for Specialty Chemicals, effective February 1, 2017. He will
succeed Werner Fuhrmann, who has decided to retire from the company next year,
after 37 years of service.
Vanlancker, a Belgian national, was most recently President - Fluoroproducts for
Chemours, the spin-off company of DuPont's chemical businesses formed in 2015.
He joined DuPont in 1988 and has held a number of senior positions both in
Europe and the US.
Commenting on the announcement, AkzoNobel CEO Ton Büchner said: "We are
delighted to have such an experienced chemical industry professional as Thierry
join AkzoNobel. We look forward to him building on the fantastic momentum Werner
has achieved, taking the Specialty Chemicals business to new levels."
Vanlancker added: "I am delighted to be taking up this role at AkzoNobel, a
company I greatly admire. I am looking forward to helping the company and the
Specialty Chemicals business achieve its vision of delivering leading
performance and profitable growth."
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About AkzoNobel
AkzoNobel creates everyday essentials to make people's lives more liveable and
inspiring. As a leading global paints and coatings company and a major producer
of specialty chemicals, we supply essential ingredients, essential protection
and essential color to industries and consumers worldwide. Backed by a
pioneering heritage, our innovative products and sustainable technologies are
designed to meet the growing demands of our fast-changing planet, while making
life easier. Headquartered in Amsterdam, the Netherlands, we have approximately
45,000 people in around 80 countries, while our portfolio includes well-known
brands such as Dulux, Sikkens, International, Interpon and Eka. Consistently
ranked as a leader in sustainability, we are dedicated to energizing cities and
communities while creating a protected, colorful world where life is improved by
what we do.
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