- Former DS Smith Executive to Oversee MM’s Board & Paper Division
- Appointment Set to Strengthen Leadership Amid Industry Challenges
- New Four-Member Management Board Lineup Finalized
Mon Nov 11 13:15:21 -0000 2024 UTC– Austria’s Mayr-Melnhof Karton AG (MM) announced the appointment of Niels Flierman, age 49, to its Management Board.
Effective January 2025, Flierman will take on the role for a three-year term. He will be responsible for leading MM’s Board & Paper division. This strategic move aims to enhance the company’s management capabilities amid evolving market demands.
Flierman joins MM from DS Smith, where he headed the Paper & Recycling division. With nearly 25 years of experience, he played a key role in overseeing 15 paper mills across Europe and the U.S., as well as 38 recycling sites in 14 countries. His background includes a successful track record of managing both growth initiatives and restructuring efforts within the paper industry.
Wolfgang Eder, Chairman of the MM Supervisory Board, expressed confidence in Flierman’s capabilities, highlighting his extensive international experience. “With Niels Flierman, MM gains a seasoned leader who will help us further strengthen our position in cost efficiency, technology, and innovation,” said Eder.
Context
The appointment comes as MM reshapes its leadership structure, ensuring a balanced division of responsibilities across its Management Board. The updated team will consist of Peter Oswald as CEO, Franz Hiesinger as CFO, Roman Billiani overseeing MM Food & Premium Packaging, and Flierman leading the Board & Paper division. This change reflects MM’s commitment to reinforcing its market position, especially during a period of heightened competition and industry challenges.
By leveraging Flierman’s expertise in sustainable packaging and recycling, MM aims to further its leadership in innovative, eco-friendly solutions
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