Armacell, a global leader in flexible foam for the equipment insulation market and a leading provider of engineered foams, announced today that, after close to twelve years as President and CEO, Patrick Mathieu has decided to step down at the end of March 2024. Going forward, he will be appointed as a Non-Executive Director by the Supervisory Board.

With effect from April 2024, Laurent Musy will join Armacell as President and CEO. Laurent Musy brings a broad range of know-how and experience in the global building materials industry. Since 2015, he was CEO of the Terreal Group, a global manufacturer of clay building products and photovoltaic solutions, after spending 17 years in the aluminium industry, serving a wide range of customer segments across four continents.

As a multi-material equipment insulation market leader, Armacell’s solutions are making a difference around the world by significantly contributing to enhancing global energy efficiency. Under the leadership of Patrick Mathieu, the Group more than doubled its top line and bottom line through innovation, high product performance, external growth and global partnerships.

The Supervisory Board would like to thank Patrick Mathieu for his longstanding leadership as CEO. “With Patrick, as Non-Executive Director, we will continue to benefit from his experience and with Laurent Musy, as new CEO, Armacell will further accelerate its growth journey,” Mathieu Paillat, Chairman of Armacell's Supervisory Board, said.

Commenting on his appointment, Laurent Musy added: “I see the Armacell Group well set for profitable growth. I’m eager to start in my new role and work together with the experienced Executive Team Patrick has built over the years.”