January 31, 2024
IGM Resins, a provider of an integrated package of energy curing raw material solutions, has announced the appointment of Boudewijn Morelissen as its new CEO. Morelissen succeeds Wilfrid Gambade, who was the CEO of IGM Resins since 2021 and who will now become advisor to the board of directors of IGM Resins.
“We would like to thank Wilfrid Gambade for his significant contribution over the past three years, particularly during unprecedented challenges for the global chemical industry in the light of adverse macroeconomics conditions. Under his leadership, a new strategic roadmap Go Grow Green was introduced, and a comprehensive operational improvement plan was implemented which set solid foundations for IGM Resins’ future successes,” said John Huiberts, founder of IGM Resins and current chairman of the board.
This plan included the acquisition of Litian and the partnership with Qualipoly to build a unique one stop shop product and solutions offering in the UV curing industry, the acceleration of innovations roll-out, an increased focus on sustainability as well as the optimisation of IGM Resins’ production footprint including the completion of its state-of-the-art greenfield production facility in China.
Morelissen brings many years of experience, his in-depth knowledge of the chemical industry, together with his strategic vision, and development skills, will be key to drive IGM Resins forward while keeping a strong focus on meeting the specific needs of its customers and partners around the world.
