Vioneo has announced the appointment of Katja Wodjereck as chief commercial officer, where she will lead the company’s commercial strategy with a strong emphasis on global business expansion, partnerships, and advocacy.
Wodjereck joins Vioneo with extensive experience in sustainable products and the chemicals sector. She most recently served at Neste, initially as executive vice president of the Renewable Road Transportation division in April 2023 and subsequently as executive vice president of renewable products in November 2023. Prior to Neste, she held various leadership roles at Dow, including president and general manager of the DACH region and board positions.
Commenting on the appointment, Alex Hogan, CEO of Vioneo, said, “I am delighted to announce that Katja Wodjereck will become our chief commercial officer.” Her track record of commercialising sustainable products and her deep understanding of the industry leave her uniquely placed to drive the commercial success of the business.”
Wodjereck Shares Enthusiasm for Sustainable Vision
Expressing her excitement, Wodjereck stated, “I am thrilled to be joining Vioneo. Their mission to create fossil-free polymers truly resonates with my own values and what I believe we need for a sustainable future. It’s inspiring to see how Vioneo is revolutionising the industry by using green feedstock, ensuring everything is traceable, and taking real action to cut CO2 emissions. With A.P. Moller Holding’s support, Vioneo is paving the way for green methanol solutions and aims to lead the world in fossil-free polymer production. I can’t wait to work with all our stakeholders to make this ambitious vision come true.”
Advancing Fossil-Free Polymer Production
Vioneo is at the forefront of efforts to decarbonise the chemical sector by utilising green methanol to produce fossil-free polypropylene and polyethylene at a commercial scale. The company’s flagship plant, located in the Port of Antwerp, is set to produce approximately 300,000 tonnes of fossil-free virgin plastics annually.
Owned by A.P. Moller Holding, Vioneo is committed to revolutionising polymer production, ensuring traceability, and significantly reducing CO2 emissions to lead the transition toward a sustainable chemical industry.
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