• Login
    • Join
  • FOLLOW:
  • Subscribe Free
    • Magazine
    • eNewsletter
    Checkout
    • Magazine
    • News
    • Research
    • Markets & Technologies
    • Raw Materials
    • Top Companies
    • Directories
    • Jobs
    • Events
    • Microsites
    • More
  • Magazine
  • News
  • Research
  • Markets & Technologies
  • Raw Materials
  • Top Companies
  • Directories
  • Jobs
  • Events
  • Microsites
  • Current / Back Issues
    Features
    Business Corner
    Editorial
    Digital Edition
    eNewsletter Archive
    Our Team
    Editorial Guidelines
    Subscribe Now
    Advertise Now
    World Reports
    eBook
    Top Features
    Pigments Market

    The Architectural Paint Market Enjoys a Strong 2022

    The Buyers’ Guide

    Auto Refinish Market

    The 2022 Protective Additives Directory
    Breaking News
    Online Exclusives
    Distributor News
    Financial News
    Paint & Coatings Manufacturer News
    People In the News
    Price Increases
    Product News
    Raw Materials & Equipment
    Video Bites
    Suppliers News
    Live From Shows
    Top News
    Epoxytec Announces New Website Launch

    Paints and Coatings Market Worth $212B by 2026: MarketsandMarkets

    Axalta Releases Fourth Quarter and Full Year 2022 Results

    AkzoNobel Using 100% Renewable Electricity in North America

    Program for BIG IDEAS for UV+EB Technology 2023 Announced
    Top Companies report
    Market Research
    White Papers / Tech Papers
    Technical Papers
    Product Spec Sheets
    World Reports
    Adhesives and Sealants
    Aerospace Coatings
    Architectural Coatings
    Automotive Coatings
    Automotive Refinish
    Business Operation
    Color Trends & Forecast
    Construction Chemicals
    Corrosion Control
    Industrial Coatings
    Laboratory Equipment
    Marine Coatings
    Market Trends & Forecast
    Powder Coatings
    Production Equipment
    Radcure Coatings
    Special Purpose Coatings
    Wood Coatings
    "Green" Coatings

    Epoxytec Announces New Website Launch

    Advanced Polymer Coatings Lands Multiple Turkish Tanker Deals

    Rust-Oleum Names Gloss Grape as Spray Paint Color of the Year

    Cortec Launches EcoAir Biobased Outdoor Coating

    Chrome Alternative from AkzoNobel Saves Turkish Bike Manufacturer 40% on Energy Costs
    Additives
    Binders
    Pigments
    Solvents

    Univar Solutions Announces New Distribution Relationship

    OQ Chemicals Invests in Capacity Expansion to Support Carboxylic Acids Market

    Solvay to Relocate to New Headquarters

    Peninsula Polymers Awarded Bronze Sustainability Rating from EcoVadis

    Project Air to Receive €97 Million Under Agreement with Innovation Fund
    Company Capabilities
    Buyers Guide
    Distributor Guide
    Add New Company
    International Buyers Guide Companies
    EPS

    Active Minerals

    Arkema

    Clariant Additives

    W. R. Grace & Co.
    Industry Events
    Webinars
    Live From Show Event
    Top Events
    Saudi Arabia Coatings Show

    Southern Society for Coatings Technology Annual Meeting and Technology Conference

    Eastern Coatings Show

    CPCA Annual Conference

    66th Annual Sink or Swim
    Companies
    White Papers/Tech Papers
    Product Spec Sheets
    Equipment
    Literature/Brochures
    Videos
    International Buyers Guide Companies
    EPS

    Active Minerals

    Arkema

    Clariant Additives

    W. R. Grace & Co.
    • Magazine
      • Current / Back Issues
      • Features
      • Editorial
      • Business Corner
      • Digital Edition
      • eNewsletter Archive
      • Editorial Guidelines
      • Subscribe Now
      • Advertise Now
    • Breaking News
    • Directories
      • Buyers Guide
      • Distributor Guide
      • Corporate Capabilities
      • Trade Associations
      • Add Your Company
    • Markets & Technologies
      • Adhesives and Sealants
      • Aerospace Coatings
      • Architectural Coatings
      • Automotive Coatings
      • Automotive Refinish
      • Business Operation
      • Color Trends & Forecast
      • Construction Chemicals
      • Corrosion Control
      • Industrial Coatings
      • Laboratory Equipment
      • Marine Coatings
      • Market Trends & Forecast
      • Powder Coatings
      • Production Equipment
      • Radcure Coatings
      • Special Purpose Coatings
      • Wood Coatings
      • "Green" Coatings
    • Raw Materials
      • Additives
      • Binders
      • Pigments
      • Solvents
    • World Reports
      • Africa Report
      • China Report
      • India/Asia Pacific Report
      • Europe Report
      • Latin America Report
      • Market Research
      • Russian Report
    • Top Companies
    • Online Exclusives
    • Glossary
    • Slideshows
    • Experts Opinions
    • Blog
    • eBook
    • Infographics
    • Videos
    • Podcasts
    • Whitepapers
    • Jobs
    • Microsites
      • Companies
      • White Papers/Tech Papers
      • Product Spec Sheets
      • Equipment
      • Literature/Brochures
      • Videos
    • Events
      • Industry Events
      • Live From Show Event
      • Webinars
    • About Us
      • About Us
      • Contact Us
      • Advertise With Us
      • Privacy Policy
      • Terms of Use
    Breaking News

    AkzoNobel CEO Ton Büchner Steps Down with Immediate Effect

    ...

    AkzoNobel CEO Ton Büchner Steps Down with Immediate Effect
    Related CONTENT
    • AkzoNobel Receives SBTi Approval for Carbon Reduction Target
    • AkzoNobel Sets Carbon Reduction Target to Help Tackle Climate Change
    • AkzoNobel Grows Revenue 26%, Delivers €335 Million Adjusted Operating Income
    • AkzoNobel to Acquire Grupo Orbis, Expanding Position in South and Central America
    • AkzoNobel Shareholders Approve Final Dividend at Annual General Meeting
    07.19.17
    AkzoNobel announced that chief executive Ton Büchner steps down with immediate effect due to health reasons. The company has announced Thierry Vanlancker as the new CEO.

     Büchner joined AkzoNobel in 2012 and has been responsible for significantly improving the performance of the company, increasing profitability and cash flow to record levels.

    He put in place a solid operational and financial foundation, which enabled the company to recently announce the creation of two focused high performing businesses; Paints and Coatings and Specialty Chemicals.

    Vanlancker was most recently head of Specialty Chemicals at AkzoNobel, having joined the company in 2016. A Belgian national, prior to joining AkzoNobel he was president - Fluoroproducts for Chemours, the spin-off company of DuPont's chemical businesses formed in 2015.

    Antony Burgmans, Chairman of the Supervisory Board, commented:

    "It is with great regret that Ton is stepping down due to health reasons. He has been an outstanding leader for AkzoNobel, transforming the company and setting it up for future success. His focus on delivering for our customers and operational excellence has driven profitability to record levels, increasing returns to shareholders.

    ''His passion for the business and personal commitment has helped create a strong culture across the company. He will be greatly missed in the Boardroom and by many colleagues of AkzoNobel around the world. I wish Ton well and hope he is now able to focus fully on his own health.

    ''AkzoNobel remains focused on delivering for our customers every day. In Thierry Vanlancker we have an outstanding executive who is well placed to continue building momentum for the company. This includes the creation of two focused businesses, delivering sustainable growth and profitability. 

    ''His extensive experience in the chemicals and coatings industry gives him a unique perspective and I look forward to continuing to work with him in his new role as CEO."

    Ton Büchner, commented:

    "It was a privilege to work for AkzoNobel and I am extremely proud of all the achievements the team delivered during my five years at the company. AkzoNobel is full of highly engaged, talented and passionate people who deliver every day for our customers and I want to thank all of them for their contribution and support over the years.

    ''Our commitment to value creation, sustainability, innovation and the communities in which we operate is a major driver of our success.

    "Thierry Vanlancker is a great addition to the team and is well placed to take AkzoNobel forward, delivering long term value creation for all stakeholders. I wish Thierry all the best.

    "For me this was an extraordinarily difficult decision to make but my focus must now be on my health."

    Thierry joined DuPont in 1988 and held a number of senior positions both in Europe and the US, including Vice-President Performance Coatings and Business Manager of Refinish Systems across Europe, Middle East and Africa.

    A successor for the Head of Specialty Chemicals will be announced in due course.
     
    Related Searches
    • chemical
    • innovation
    • coatings
    • paints
    Suggested For You
    AkzoNobel Receives SBTi Approval for Carbon Reduction Target AkzoNobel Receives SBTi Approval for Carbon Reduction Target
    AkzoNobel Sets Carbon Reduction Target to Help Tackle Climate Change  AkzoNobel Sets Carbon Reduction Target to Help Tackle Climate Change
    AkzoNobel Grows Revenue 26%, Delivers €335 Million Adjusted Operating Income AkzoNobel Grows Revenue 26%, Delivers €335 Million Adjusted Operating Income
    AkzoNobel to Acquire Grupo Orbis, Expanding Position in South and Central America   AkzoNobel to Acquire Grupo Orbis, Expanding Position in South and Central America
    AkzoNobel Shareholders Approve Final Dividend at Annual General Meeting AkzoNobel Shareholders Approve Final Dividend at Annual General Meeting
    AkzoNobel Publishes 1Q 2021 Results AkzoNobel Publishes 1Q 2021 Results
    AkzoNobel Announces 2nd Global Startup Challenge  AkzoNobel Announces 2nd Global Startup Challenge
    Coatings World CEO Forum Part 2 Coatings World CEO Forum Part 2
    AkzoNobel, Polar Pod Partner for Pioneering Scientific Mission AkzoNobel, Polar Pod Partner for Pioneering Scientific Mission
    2021 CEO Forum 2021 CEO Forum
    AkzoNobel Publishes Digital 2020 Annual Report AkzoNobel Publishes Digital 2020 Annual Report
    AkzoNobel Publishes 4Q, Full-Year 2020 Results AkzoNobel Publishes 4Q, Full-Year 2020 Results
    AkzoNobel No Longer Intends to Acquire Tikkurila AkzoNobel No Longer Intends to Acquire Tikkurila
    AkzoNobel Becomes Tour de France AkzoNobel Becomes Tour de France's Official Supplier
    AkzoNobel Proposes to Acquire Tikkurila for €31.25 Per Share AkzoNobel Proposes to Acquire Tikkurila for €31.25 Per Share

    Related Breaking News

    • Breaking News | Paint & Coatings Manufacturer News
      AkzoNobel Receives SBTi Approval for Carbon Reduction Target

      AkzoNobel Receives SBTi Approval for Carbon Reduction Target

      Becomes the first paints and coatings company to receive this endorsement.
      09.09.21

    • Breaking News | Paint & Coatings Manufacturer News
      AkzoNobel Sets Carbon Reduction Target to Help Tackle Climate Change

      AkzoNobel Sets Carbon Reduction Target to Help Tackle Climate Change

      Pioneering carbon reduction program aligns with the company's commitment to setting science-based sustainability targets.
      07.22.21

    • Breaking News | Financial News | Paint & Coatings Manufacturer News
      AkzoNobel Grows Revenue 26%, Delivers €335 Million Adjusted Operating Income

      AkzoNobel Grows Revenue 26%, Delivers €335 Million Adjusted Operating Income

      Revenue was €2,511 million, up 26%, mainly due to strong end market demand.
      07.21.21


    • Breaking News | Paint & Coatings Manufacturer News
      AkzoNobel to Acquire Grupo Orbis, Expanding Position in South and Central America

      AkzoNobel to Acquire Grupo Orbis, Expanding Position in South and Central America

      AkzoNobel is to further expand its long-term position in South and Central America after reaching an agreement to acquire Grupo Orbis.
      06.29.21

    • Breaking News | Financial News | Paint & Coatings Manufacturer News
      AkzoNobel Shareholders Approve Final Dividend at Annual General Meeting

      AkzoNobel Shareholders Approve Final Dividend at Annual General Meeting

      Additionally, CEO Thierry Vanlancker was reappointed as a member of the Board of Management for a two-year term.
      04.23.21

    Loading, Please Wait..
    Trending
    • Sherwin-Williams Announces And Celebrates 2022 Vendor Of The Year Award Winners
    • Axalta Releases Fourth Quarter And Full Year 2022 Results
    • PPG Names New Packaging Coatings Global Technical Director
    • PPG Reports Fourth Quarter, Full-Year 2022 Financial Results
    • Paints And Coatings Market Worth $212B By 2026: MarketsandMarkets
    Breaking News
    • Epoxytec Announces New Website Launch
    • Paints and Coatings Market Worth $212B by 2026: MarketsandMarkets
    • Axalta Releases Fourth Quarter and Full Year 2022 Results
    • AkzoNobel Using 100% Renewable Electricity in North America
    • Program for BIG IDEAS for UV+EB Technology 2023 Announced
    View Breaking News >
    CURRENT ISSUE

    January 2023

    • Pigments Market
    • The Architectural Paint Market Enjoys a Strong 2022
    • View More >

    Cookies help us to provide you with an excellent service. By using our website, you declare yourself in agreement with our use of cookies.
    You can obtain detailed information about the use of cookies on our website by clicking on "More information”.

    • About Us
    • Privacy Policy
    • Terms And Conditions
    • Contact Us

    follow us

    Subscribe
    Nutraceuticals World

    Latest Breaking News From Nutraceuticals World

    Nutrasource Rebrands Clinical Trial Site to Apex Trials
    Kerry Sponsors Upcycled Food Foundation Research Fellowship
    Probiotics Supplementation Reduces Complications in Colorectal Cancer Patients
    Coatings World

    Latest Breaking News From Coatings World

    Epoxytec Announces New Website Launch
    Paints and Coatings Market Worth $212B by 2026: MarketsandMarkets
    Axalta Releases Fourth Quarter and Full Year 2022 Results
    Medical Product Outsourcing

    Latest Breaking News From Medical Product Outsourcing

    MPO's Most-Read Stories This Week—Jan. 28
    Alleviant Medical Closes $75M Financing Round
    Know Labs Founder Ron Erickson Named CEO
    Contract Pharma

    Latest Breaking News From Contract Pharma

    SK bioscience Introduces New Global Partnership Model for Vaccines
    Merck's KEYTRUDA Wins Expanded Approval in Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer
    Bone Biologics Engages Avania for NB1 Clinical Trial
    Beauty Packaging

    Latest Breaking News From Beauty Packaging

    LVMH Reports Record 2022
    Haircare Brand Uncle Funky’s Daughter Announces Retail Expansion
    TRESemmé Introduces New Pro Infusion Collection
    Happi

    Latest Breaking News From Happi

    Good Chemistry Launches New Coffee Fragrance
    Kobo Supports Itiah Angels for Learning
    Fenty Beauty Introduces Show Stopp’r Kit Ahead of Super Bowl LVII
    Ink World

    Latest Breaking News From Ink World

    Weekly Recap: Sustainability and Pigments, TSCA and Raw Materials Top This Week’s Stories
    Roland DGA Announces Major Expansion of TrueVIS Printer Family
    Neos Expands Production Capacity, European Market Presence
    Label & Narrow Web

    Latest Breaking News From Label & Narrow Web

    Label industry mourns CCL's Alan Horn, Baldwin focuses on narrow web and more
    Channeled Resources launches blank labels with PET liner
    Infigo partners with Four Pees in Benelux region
    Nonwovens Industry

    Latest Breaking News From Nonwovens Industry

    Weekly Recap: Thinx Settles Class Action Lawsuit, Abena, Finess Hygiene Announce Merger & More
    Essity’s Sales Grow
    Thinx to Pay up to $5 million to Settle Class Action Suit
    Orthopedic Design & Technology

    Latest Breaking News From Orthopedic Design & Technology

    ODT's Most-Read Stories This Week—Jan. 28
    Roche, Sysnav Partner on Movement Tracking Tech for Neuromuscular Disorders
    Orthopedic Braces/Support, Casting/Splints Market to Top $12B by 2030
    Printed Electronics Now

    Latest Breaking News From Printed Electronics Now

    Weekly Recap: Avery Dennison, CES 2023 and Canatu’s LiDAR Deicing Top This Week’s Stories
    Celanese Launches Nine New Conductive Inks
    NREL Develops Thin, Lightweight Layer for Radiation Barrier for Perovskites in Space

    Copyright © 2023 Rodman Media. All rights reserved. Use of this constitutes acceptance of our privacy policy The material on this site may not be reproduced, distributed, transmitted, or otherwise used, except with the prior written permission of Rodman Media.

    AD BLOCKER DETECTED

    Our website is made possible by displaying online advertisements to our visitors.
    Please consider supporting us by disabling your ad blocker.


    FREE SUBSCRIPTION Already a subscriber? Login