Who is the newly appointed CEO of BASF Coatings, and when does the company become independent?

Jens Luehring was named CEO of BASF Coatings on March 26, and the company becomes an independent entity on July 1 following the transaction between BASF SE and The Carlyle Group LLC.

Which executives were appointed to key leadership roles at BASF Coatings, and what are their respective positions?

BASF Coatings appointed Michael Pontzen as CFO, Ewout van Jarwaarde as CTO, Frank Naber as executive vice president of surface treatment, Patrick Zhao as executive vice president of mobility coatings, Steve Arndt as executive vice president of refinish coatings, Nils Lessmann as executive vice president of operations for mobility and refinish, and David Johnston as chief digital and information officer.

BASF Coatings Announces Executive Leadership Team

Jun 27, 2026

BASF Coatings has appointed its new executive leadership team ahead of its planned independence from BASF SE on July 1 following a transaction with Carlyle Group. Jens Luehring will serve as CEO, supported by key appointments in finance, technology, and operations roles.

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