Aeolus Tyre names new Chairman, CFO
Wang Feng has stepped down as Chairman of Aeolus Tyre Co. Ltd. On 19 July, the Sinochem Holdings subsidiary announced Wangs resignation from this post, adding that, going forwards, he will not hold any position within the company. The Aeolus Tyre Board of Directors has elected Wang Jianjun to succeed Wang Feng as head of the tyre maker.
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Chris Milligan heading Key Accounts at ATS Euromaster
ATS Euromaster has appointed Chris Milligan its Head of Key Accounts. In his new role, Milligan will be responsible for developing strategic relationships with key accounts as well as sourcing, maintaining and expanding relationships with clients, and ensuring they receive a high-quality service. He brings extensive experience from various sales and marketing roles in both B2B and B2C sectors, spanning the automotive, industrial lubricants, and bitumen industries.
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Rothe named CFO of Rockwell Automation
Rockwell Automation has appointed Christian Rothe to the position of Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer. Rothe will join the company on 19 August as successor to Nick Gangestad, who had served in the role since 2021 and announced his plans to retire on 7 May. Rothe will report to Rockwell Chairman and Chief Executive Officer Blake Moret.
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Paolo Pompei to succeed Moisio as Nokian Tyres’ President & CEO
By 1 January 2025 at the latest, Paolo Pompei will conclude his current remit with Yokohama TWS and take on the role of President and Chief Executive Officer at Nokian Tyres. Jukka Moisio will continue in this capacity until Pompei starts in the position.
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Future President – TIA appoints Gary MacCausland as Secretary
During its recent mid-year Board Meeting, the Tire Industry Association (TIA) elected Board member Gary MacCausland to its Executive Committee. The US-based industry body voted in MacCausland of VIP Tires & Service, who has served on the TIA Board for two years, as Secretary.
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Continental changes head of China
Tyrepress China learned that Continental adjusted its management in China in July. Tang Mingyou, sales director of its China company, replaced Veronique Giraud as general manager. Veronique Giraud became general manager of Continental France.
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Autogem’s delight at ‘dream duo’ appointment
Autogem tells us it has recruited a ‘dream duo’ of aftermarket sales professionals as part of its ‘people, processes and products’ strategy. The automotive sector supplier has appointed Rikki Kane and Jenna McGilp to the respective roles of Commercial Sales Director and Commercial Telesales Manager. Between them, Kane and McGilp can draw upon more than half a century of industry experience.
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KraussMaffei appoints Thomas Giese as interim CFO
Jörg Bremer is stepping down as Chief Financial Officer (CFO) of the KraussMaffei Group on 31 July. The machinery manufacturer has already found a successor in Thomas Giese, who will take over the duties of CFO of the KraussMaffei Group on an interim basis from 1 August.
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Justin Jude appointed President & CEO of LKQ Corporation
LKQ Corporation has named Justin Jude its President and Chief Executive Officer. The US-based company, whose numerous brands and 1,600 locations in 25 countries include Euro Car Parts in the UK, announced Jude’s new remit last week. LKQ commented that he “brings a wealth of experience and a proven track record of success” to the dual role, making him “the ideal leader” to guide LKQ into the future.
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Yokohama included in FTSE4Good for 20th straight year
The Yokohama Rubber Co. Ltd. has been included in the FTSE4Good Index Series of global ESG stock indices for the 20th consecutive year. The company has also been included in the FTSE Blossom Japan Index for an eighth straight year and the FTSE Blossom Japan Sector Relative Index for a third year in a row.
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Prashant Lal heading Goodyear’s merged ANZ & ASEAN businesses
As of 1 July 2024, Goodyear has combined its Australia/New Zealand (ANZ) and ASEAN businesses into a single cluster, ASEANZ. It has appointed Prashant Lal to lead the cluster as Managing Director. The company anticipates that this “strategic move” will bolster its rapidly expanding Asia Pacific business and leverage broader growth opportunities.
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Contec bolsters growth plans with new CFO
Polish firm Contec, developer of the proprietary ‘Molten’ pyrolysis process for recovering carbon black, oil and steel from end-of-life tyres, has appointed Dominika Żelazek to the position of CFO. Referring to this “strategic move” that underscores the company’s “commitment to innovation and sustainable growth,” Contec says Żelazek comes on board at a time when it is preparing for “international expansion and fundraising efforts.”
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Klarius wins Employer of the Year at 2024 Staffordshire Chambers Business Awards
Klarius Products won Employer of the Year Award at the 2024 Staffordshire Chambers Business Awards. Sponsored by the West Midlands Reserve Forces and Cadets Association, the award recognises progress the business has made engaging with its workforce and providing opportunities for progression.
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5 more years for Koelnmesse COO Frese
The firm behind The Tire Cologne has announced a contractual extension for its Chief Operating Officer, Oliver Frese. Koelnmesse GmbH will extend its contract with Frese, which currently runs until the end of 2024, by a further five years to 31 December 2029. Frese began in the role in 2020.
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New SD-International MD
In response to the ever-changing market demands and to offer a “more personalized services to customers”, the board of directors of SD-International has promoted Leo Gu to the role of managing director. Leo Gu brings 23 years of extensive tyre sales and brand management, with company representatives stating that “his leadership and expertise will infuse new vitality and direction for the company”.
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