Nicolas Wiedmann appointed EuPIA chairman

During the EuPIA Annual Conference, Nicolas Wiedmann, Siegwerk Druckfarben’s CEO has been appointed as the association’s chair for the next two years. Heiner Klokkers, CEO of Flint Group's publications division and packaging ink for Europe, will be the new vice chair.

In his introduction speech, Wiedmann stressed his commitment to further enhancing EuPIA's relevance for all stakeholders while upholding its mission of advocating for the right policies that support innovation in our industry and promote the development of safe, sustainable and visually attractive printed products.

‘I am grateful for the last two years I have had the privilege of leading EuPIA and for the support I received in steering our association through the regulatory and societal challenges we were facing. I wish Nicolas all the best and will support him and all members through my work in the council,' commented Mehran Yazdani, Sun Chemical, previous chairman.

The forthcoming two years of Nicolas Wiedmann’s mandate promise to be both challenging and exciting.

‘I am honored to take over the chairmanship of EuPIA and truly look forward to working with the members and the EuPIA team as we continue to adapt and innovate while ensuring that the European printing ink industry remains competitive,’ concluded Wiedmann.