Sukano AG, an expert in the development and production of functional and optical masterbatches, special compounds, and blends for improving the properties of bio and oil based plastics for the plastics manufacturing industry, has appointed Thomas Bernhardt as the new chief executive officer and chairman of the management, effective October 1, 2015.
Bernhardt takes over the function from Wolfgang Schadt, who has been the interim CEO of the company. In addition to his appointment as CEO, he will also serve as head of sales of Sukano AG. Thomas Bernhardt held a number of senior management positions for Hoechst, Clariant and most recently for Archroma in Singapore, according to a press release.
Building on the strong Sukano brand, the proven high quality of Sukano products and the innovative power of Sukano solutions, being close to customers will remain the Company's focus under its new leadership. The management and team is expected to work with full commitment to bring the Sukano products and services to the customers with even more speed and flexibility and in response to their individual requirements. (GK)
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