Ashish Pradhan inducted into Siegwerk global committee

Siegwerk is expanding its existing management team. In a strategic move to reflect its global presence even stronger and adapt to the changing dynamics of the global ink and coatings industry, the company will establish a Group Executive Committee.

From 1 January 2024, the Group Executive Committee will develop, implement, and oversee key decisions and strategies for the company. In addition to the current members of the Board of Management – Dr Nicolas Wiedmann, CEO; Dr Jan Breitkopf, president EMEA; Ralf Hildenbrand, president Americas and CFO Dr. Oliver Wittmann, Ashish Pradhan, president Asia, will also be part of the newly-formed committee.

The inclusion of Pradhan in the Group Executive Committee underlines the significance of the Asian region in Siegwerk’s global strategy.

Ashish Pradhan joined Siegwerk in 2015. With Siegwerk, he held the positions of Chief Operating Officer (COO) and Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Siegwerk India as well as President India and Greater China. At the beginning of 2021, he was appointed President Asia. In this role, he is responsible for the business in India, Greater China, and Southeast Asia. Before joining Siegwerk, he worked in different capacities within the global packaging industry for companies including International Paper, Henkel, Positive Packaging, and Huhtamaki. Pradhan has a degree in mechanical engineering and post-graduate qualifications in management.

As per the Siegwerk press note, "With its immense growth potential, Asia plays an active role in shaping the company’s future together with the other two major regions, EMEA and the Americas. The new management structure will help Siegwerk to drive innovation strategies even more efficiently, manage products flexibly across locations and continue to pursue its strategic goal of being a leading provider of circular and digital packaging solutions."

Meanwhile Dr. Oliver Wittmann Hands over the CFO role to Dirk Weissenfeldt

In 2024, there will be another leadership change in the newly-formed Group Executive Committee. After more than 20 years, Dr. Oliver Wittmann will leave the Board and his position as CFO on 30 April, 2024. Through the end of 2025, he will remain available to advise the Supervisory Board upon request.

Dr. Nicolas Wiedmann said, "at SiegwerkThe new Group Executive Committee will further provide continuity and stability while driving Siegwerk forward with the greatest sense of responsibility. “Siegwerk will continue to be very well positioned for the future with its new management structure. Thanks to an impressive level of knowhow, experience, and dedication, we are ready to further expand our business and drive innovation in the packaging industry.