People | 04 September 2026
Albemarle names BHP executive Ragnar Udd as next CEO
Udd brings more than 25 years of experience in the global resources sector
Udd brings more than 25 years of experience in the global resources sector
The company announced that Adam Days will take over as GBU President, Silica; Stéphane Diaz will become General Manager, Rare Earth; and Ziad Haddad will serve as General Manager, Fluorine
Sets sights on next wave of AI-led growth
Alvi brings over 36 years of experience in the fertilizers and chemicals industry
Batra is a Chemical Engineer with over 38 years of experience in the fertilizer industry
Wildner formally took over as CFO on September 1, succeeding Helmut Kaschenz, who stepped down at his own request
Rettig will temporarily take over the duties of CEO Christian Kullmann while Kullmann recovers from a recent serious, unplanned surgery
Cimitan will join the world’s leading contract development and manufacturing organization (CDMO) by 1 January 2027
The ACS Fall Meeting will host a symposium in Corsi’s honor, highlighting her contributions to the development of several major crop protection innovations
Juliane Hefel, senior vice president of industrial coatings and specialty products, will report to Bellezza and remain on PPG’s Operating Committee
Richard Ridinger brings extensive executive and board-level experience in global, innovation-led businesses across Pharma, Home & Personal Care and Nutrition & Health
The appointment marks a leadership transition built around continuity as DCW enters its next phase of growth
Lance will retire as president and CEO after 14 years at the helm and move to executive chair of the board in a transitional role
Srinivasan brings more than two decades of global leadership experience spanning specialty chemicals, fragrance and consumer goods
Prior to this, Robles served as Head of Production & Supply for Africa, Middle East, and Asia (AMEA)
With over 30 years of energy sector experience, Singh delivers deep expertise in new energy, drilling operations, mechanical engineering, and strategic leadership
The leadership transition is part of Aarti Industries’ long-term succession planning strategy
With over 25 years of global industry experience, he brings deep expertise in driving business transformation, operational excellence, and sustainable growth
The accolade recognizes his leadership in transforming one of the world’s largest chemical companies through strategic change, portfolio evolution and sustainable innovation
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