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Change in Troester management board

(from left) Bernd Pielsticker, Dr Peter Schmidt and Thomas Holzer

he has been working with Delta Tecnic for eight years as industrial director of the Sant Celoni and Querétaro (Mexico) plants. His appointment reinforces the company’s strategy of expansion and continuous improvement. Brita Kunze assumes the position of commercial director of the production division, bringing with her experience as area manager in the Central European region. Her focus on business development and the opening of new markets will be key to the company’s future growth. Salvador Torras and Martí Baqués will continue in the positions of president and vice president, respectively. Delta Tecnic https://deltatecnic.com “Our common goal in the management board is to continue Troester’s success story and lead the company into new dimensions.” Dr Schmidt will continue to actively support the company in his role as managing partner and CFO. Bernd Pielsticker will continue to manage the operational business as chief operating officer (COO). The company says that his expertise and skills will continue to make a significant contribution to Troester’s stability, efficiency and performance. Troester GmbH & Co KG www.troester.de

Delta Tecnic, a specialist in the manufacture of masterbatch for the PVC and cable industry, has concluded the repurchase of 40 per cent of shares held by Aurica Capital since 2017. This event marks the return to 100 per cent ownership of the company for the historical partners, establishing a foundation for future growth and development. The company stated that the repurchase of the shares “represents a reaffirmed commitment to the original values and vision that has driven the company’s success over the years.” Strategic appointments have been made to strengthen the management and leadership. Andreu Carol will be the new CEO. An industrial engineer and holder of an executive MBA from EADA, Troester GmbH & Co KG, a manufacturer of equipment for the rubber, cable and compounding industry, started the new year with a significant change in the company’s management. As of 1 January, Dr Peter Schmidt, managing partner at Troester for many years, handed over the position of CEO to Thomas Holzer. This step is part of a corporate strategy that aims to maintain continuity in the management of the company while providing new stimulation for future development. Mr Holzer, who has been with the company since 2021, was previously managing director at Voith in Heidenheim, Germany. He commented,

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