New president for rubber polymers and additives at Omya
Omya Performance Polymer Distribution has appointed Sara Ghione as president for rubber polymers and additives, responsible for global distribution development in this segment.
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Restructuring of German DOMO Chemicals companies
Three German companies of the DOMO Chemicals group have filed for insolvency, and the preliminary insolvency administrator is analysing restructuring scenarios while maintaining ongoing operations.
Südpack strengthens presence in the USA through partnership with PPC Flex
Südpack sold its production plant in Oak Creek to PPC Flex and entered into an extensive strategic partnership focused on joint growth in the US market, with particular emphasis on the meat and cheese segments.
Integration of Davis-Standard’s Canadian companies into Davis-Standard Canada
Davis-Standard consolidates the operations of its Canadian specialty companies Deacro Industries, Brampton Engineering and Gamma Machinery, which as of January 1, 2026 will operate as a single entity under the name Davis-Standard Canada Inc.
Targi Kielce secures loan for construction of new exhibition hall
Targi Kielce has signed a PLN 55 million, 10‑year loan agreement with Bank Gospodarstwa Krajowego to continue the construction of a new exhibition hall with an area of approx. 15,500 m².
Euroguss under new leadership
Phuong Anh Do offers longstanding experience in the trade fair sector and has access to a well-developed network. We talked with her about her perspectives, the die casting industry, and the future of Euroguss.
Generational change in Polykemi Group completed
At the turn of 2025/2026, the family-owned Polykemi Group completed its long-planned generational change in management, with operational leadership passing to the third generation of the founding family.
Change in the position of CEO at Hasco
As of 1 January 2026, Markus Büngers has taken over the position of CEO of Hasco Hasenclever GmbH + Co. KG, succeeding Christoph Ehrlich and continuing the company’s strategic direction.
New CEO and expanded management structure at Arburg
On 12 January 2026, Dr Volker Nilles took up the position as Chief Executive Officer of Arburg, joining the six-member top management team of the machine manufacturer based in Lossburg.
Kevin Green appointed President of Netstal Americas
Netstal has appointed Kevin Green as President of Netstal Americas and Managing Director of Netstal Inc. The new executive will be responsible for the development of Netstal’s subsidiaries in the Americas.
SKZ expands training activities in Austria in cooperation with BZL
The SKZ center has entered into a strategic distribution partnership with the Lenzing Education Center (BZL) for plastics technology training on the Austrian market. Selected SKZ courses will be available in classroom and online formats.
Management changes at SKZ strengthen governance structure
From January 1, 2026, a new management structure will apply at SKZ – Plastics Center. Key positions have been taken over by long-standing managers from within the organization.
