The Bodo Möller Chemie Group has welcomed Dr. Christian Battenberg as the new executive assistant and global vice president, plastics. Battenberg’s position became effective February 1, 2025. As executive assistant and global vice president, plastics, he will drive the strategic development of the company and further expand its market position in the areas of CASE (coatings, adhesives, sealants, elastomers), plastics, textile, and additives lubricants.

Battenberg brings with him extensive expertise in polymer chemistry as well as many years of international experience in research, development, and global business development. After studying chemistry with a focus on polymer chemistry at the University of Darmstadt, he completed his doctorate there in collaboration with the Fraunhofer Institute for Structural Durability and System Reliability LBF and Airbus. In the following eight years at Clariant, he held various global leadership roles, including global market segment manager for Thermosets and global business development manager for Polymer Solutions.

Battenberg will use this expertise to drive forward the strategic development of Bodo Möller Chemie's product portfolio. In particular, the focus will be on adapting to future market requirements, developing new suppliers, and expanding partnerships. He will also help to strengthen the company's competitiveness and make optimum use of internal synergies.

The Bodo Möller Chemie Group deliberately focuses on technological expertise and innovative market leadership. "With Dr. Christian Battenberg, we are gaining an outstanding expert who will not only strengthen our team but will also provide decisive impetus for our further growth. His experience in the development of innovative polymer solutions will help us to further expand our position as a solution provider with a strong technological focus," said Frank Haug, CEO of the Bodo Möller Chemie Group.

"Our customers expect not only high-quality products, but also customized solutions that offer them real competitive advantages. I look forward to actively shaping this path and continuing to live up to this claim through targeted investments in technology, expertise and strong partnerships," said Battenberg.

Find more information about Bodo Möller Chemie at www.bm-chemie.com.