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From left: Dr. Michael Szerman (Veka), Dr. Michael Stöger (Rehau), Frank Zimmermann (Rehau), Christian Fischer (Schüco).
Gütegemeinschaft Kunststoff-Fensterprofile

New leadership at German Quality Association: Schüco manager Fischer succeeds Stöger

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The Quality Association for PVC Window Profile Systems has reorganized its management team. Christian Fischer from Schüco is taking over as Chairman of the Board, succeeding Michael Stöger from Rehau, who has held the position for many years.

Breaking news

Miika Äppelqvist appointed as new President and CEO of the Glaston Corporation

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The Board of Directors of the Glaston Corporation has today appointed Miika Äppelqvist as the new President and CEO of Glaston as of 1 June 2025.

Can Yücel, Member of the Board and new CEO of Şişecam.
Company news

Şişecam CEO resigns and is replaced by Can Yücel

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Glass producer Şişecam just announced that its CEO Görkem Elverici had suddenly resigned on April 30. A replacement has already been found: Can Yücel.

Welcoming Mr Eck into the company: Ric Schmidt (left) and Viprotron owner Kai Vogel.
North America

Kingston Eck joins Viprotron North America as new President

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Viprotron North America has announced a newcomer to the team: Kingston Eck will be joining the company as the President. With his extensive industry experience and expertise, he will be a great addition, says Kai Vogel.

DGNB Study on CO₂ emissions in the construction sector

Renovation beats new construction: Modernization is the  climate-friendly choice

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Renovation is key to reducing CO₂ emissions in the construction sector – this is the conclusion of a new study by DGNB. The analysis shows that new buildings generate significantly higher emissions over their lifecycle. Here are the key findings to the study, along with the free download link.

Breaking news

Toni Laaksonen resigns as CEO of Glaston

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Glaston is looking for a new CEO, since Toni Laaksonen has very recently announced his intention to resign his position. Glaston is already hard at work finding a replacement.

Kristina Lengyel, the new Chief Customer Officer at Cyncly.
Personnel

Kristina Lengyel becomes Chief Customer Officer at Cyncly

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Software provider Cyncly has appointed Kristina Lengyel as Chief Customer Officer. In this position, she will lead Cyncly's entire customer organisation, which includes the areas of Customer Experience, Customer Success and Professional Services.

Peter Dixen will be handing over to Dennis Tiegs.
Personnel

A+W Software Managing Director resigns in March

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Peter Dixen, Managing Director of A+W Software and Portfolio Manager of the Comas Group, will be leaving at the end of March 2025. He will be succeeded by Dennis Tiegs and Hubert Woźniak, respectively.

 Florian Temper has now joined the Managing Directors of vandaglas Eckelt as COO.
vandaglas Group

vandaglas Eckelt now under dual leadership

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Florian Temper joined the Managing Directors of vandaglas Eckelt as Chief Operating Officer (COO) on 1 May 2024. His main task there is to drive forward the technical development of the company. Here are the details.

Michela Lattuada of Adelio Lattuada

Navigating female leadership in manufacturing with strength and empathy

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In a recent interview, Michela Lattuada, a prominent figure in the Italian manufacturing industry, shared insights into her journey as a female business leader and its unique challenges as well as the strengths she brings to her role.

The interim CEO of Glaston, Antti Kaunonen.
Breaking news

CEO of Glaston resigns and Antti Kaunonen takes over

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Anders Dahlblom has submitted his resignation from his position as the CEO of Glaston Corporation for personal reasons. The Board will start the search for a new CEO immediately.

Stephan Kranz is leaving the Saint-Gobain Group.
Saint-Gobain Glass Germany

Stephan Kranz leaving Saint-Gobain Glass as Chairman

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Stephan Kranz, Chairman of the Management Board of Saint-Gobain Glass Deutschland GmbH, is leaving the Saint-Gobain Group. His successor will be Pascal Decker, who will take over the post on 01 February 2023. Here are the details.