IMCD N : appoints Christoph Garbotz as Managing Director for Germany

IMCD N.V. ("IMCD" or "Company"), a global leading partner for the distribution and formulation of speciality chemicals and ingredients, today announced the appointment of Christoph Garbotz as Managing Director for Germany and responsible for the management of the Germany, Austria, Southeast Europe and Switzerland region. He will step into the role on 1 January 2026, replacing Lars Wallstein who is leaving the company.

Christoph brings a strong international track record across commercial and leadership roles outside and within IMCD. He joined IMCD in 2020 as Business Unit Manager for Pharmaceuticals, Beauty and Personal Care, and Home Care and I&I in Germany. In 2022, he became Managing Director of IMCD Switzerland where he led the integration of DCS Pharma and strengthened IMCD's position in the Swiss market. Most recently, he has served as Director Principal Management for the Pharmaceuticals Business Group.

His appointment reflects IMCD's continued focus on organic growth, customer centricity and close collaboration with suppliers. It also builds on Christoph's experience working with teams and partners across multiple markets as well as geographies.

Andreas Igerl, President EMEA and Industrial Business Groups, comments: "Christoph Garbotz understands our culture, our people and the markets we operate in. His appointment builds on his experience working with teams and partners across multiple markets. It also reflects IMCD's continued focus on organic growth, customer centricity and close collaboration with suppliers. I'm confident he will continue to build strong momentum across the region."

Christoph Garbotz adds: "I'm excited to take on this role and continue working with our teams in Germany, Austria, Southeast Europe and Switzerland. They are the ones who make our successes possible. We have strong relationships with customers and suppliers, and there is real opportunity to grow together. I look forward to building on what has already been achieved and supporting the next chapter for the region."

IMCD appoints Christoph Garbotz as Managing Director for Germany and responsible for the Germany, Austria, Southeast Europe and Switzerland region (Photo: IMCD)

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IMCD appoints Christoph Garbotz as Managing Director for Germany

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