HOUSTON, July 3, 2023
/PRNewswire/ -- Kraton Corporation, a leading global
sustainable producer of specialty polymers and high-value biobased
products derived from pine wood pulping by-products, announced that
Marcello Boldrini has been appointed
CEO of Kraton Corporation.
Mr. Boldrini has served as co-CEO, Kraton Corporation and CEO,
Kraton Pine Chemicals since March 15,
2022. Under his leadership, the company has achieved
remarkable success, delivering large-scale revenue and exponential
growth. Through strategic planning, effective execution, and a
relentless drive for innovation, Mr. Boldrini has guided the
organization to new heights.
Mr. Yong Nam, Chairman of Kraton,
said, "Marcello has extensive industry knowledge, operational
depth, and a proven track record in driving performance
improvements, combined with the ability to mobilize and lead large
organizations. We are confident that he will realize Kraton's 2030
vision of becoming a leading sustainable producer of specialty
polymers and pine chemicals."
Commenting on his new role, Mr. Boldrini said: "Kraton
consistently proves its ability to deliver innovative solutions to
complex challenges, and I am excited to lead the company towards a
more sustainable future. We will unlock new opportunities, fuel
growth, and create value for our customers, employees, and
communities with purpose and enthusiasm. Together we will
shape the future of our industry and make a positive difference in
the world."
About Kraton Corporation
Kraton Corporation is a
leading global producer of specialty polymers and high-value
performance products derived from renewable resources.
Kraton's polymers are used in a wide range of applications,
including adhesives, coatings, consumer and personal care products,
sealants, and lubricants, and medical, packaging, automotive,
paving and roofing products. As the largest global provider in the
pine chemicals industry, the company's pine-based specialty
products are sold into adhesive, road and construction and tire
markets, and it produces and sells a broad range of performance
chemicals into markets that include fuel additives, oilfield
chemicals, coatings, metalworking fluids and lubricants, inks, and
mining. Kraton offers its products to a diverse customer base
in over 70 countries worldwide.
*Kraton, the Kraton logo and design are all trademarks
of Kraton Corporation, or its subsidiaries or
affiliates, in one or more, but not all countries.
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