Global chemical company Oxea has appointed Michael McHenry as its new Chief Executive Officer (CEO), effective Aug. 15, 2025. With the appointment, the company is entering a new phase of leadership focused on transformation and operational excellence across its business in the oxo intermediates and oxo derivatives market.

McHenry brings more than 30 years of experience in the international chemicals and materials industry. Most recently, he served as CEO of Techmer PM, a private equity-backed manufacturer of engineered materials. Prior to that, he held senior positions at Master Fluid Solutions, BASF, and Ciba Specialty Chemicals, overseeing business units in resins, additives, pigments, and coatings.

McHenry holds a degree in chemistry from Rutgers University and serves on the board of Share the Good Foundation, a non-profit organization supporting at-risk individuals.