Giordano Righini, (55, Italian), currently Head Business Line Coatings, will succeed Brendan Cummins as global Head of the Plastic Additives segment and becomes a member of the Executive Committee. Giordano Righini is a chemist and joined Ciba in 1979. He has over 30 years experience in Research & Development, Technical Operations and commercial management.
The streamlining of the Executive Committee has resulted in the elimination of the function International Coordination & Human Resources. Christoph Biedermann, (48, Swiss), a member of the Executive Committee since 2001, currently in this position, has decided to pursue other opportunities outside of Ciba Specialty Chemicals. The Board of Directors thanks Christoph Biedermann for his contribution over the last four years as Segment Head and Head of International Coordination & Human Resources.
All changes take effect on October 1, 2005.
Ciba Specialty Chemicals is a leading global company dedicated to producing high-value effects for its customers' products. We strive to be the partner of choice for our customers, offering them innovative products and one-stop expert service.
They create effects that improve the quality of life – adding performance, protection, color and strength to textiles, plastics, paper, automobiles, buildings, home and personal care products and much more. Ciba Specialty Chemicals is active in more than 120 countries around the world and is committed to be a leader in its chosen markets. In 2004, the Company generated sales of 7 billion Swiss francs and invested 288 million in R&D.
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