Kermel appoints new MD

Published: 06 July, 2011

Kermel S.A.S has appointed Jean Fournier as its managing director. with effect from June 6th 201. A university graduate and Doctor of Physics, he has joined KERMEL from his previous role as Managing Director France for Metalor

Jean Fournier has a long experience in materials development and transformation, most notably in the aeronautics and electrical engineering industries, two areas where KERMEL is planning to release new products in the coming years.

His objective is to continue the company’s commercial and industrial development, principally through investment to increase production capacity, and to continue improvements in the quality of customer service.

Mr. Markus Schwyn takes over the role of Chairman at Kermel, while Mr. Venkatesh Tulluri becomes Chairman of the Kermel Holding Company.

Jean Fournier is 49 years old, married and the proud father of three daughters.

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