Eumeps: new board of directors and a female president for the first time

The General Assembly of Eumeps, the association representing the entire value chain of expanded polystyrene (EPS) in Europe, has elected a new Board of Directors for the 2025–2027 term. The newly appointed President is Agata Gładysz-Stańczyk (Synthos) – the first woman to hold this position since the creation of the association. She will work alongside three Vice Presidents: Alan Moss (Bewi), Gregor Haverkemper (Basf) and Chresten Heide-Anderson (EPSbranchen). The new Board brings together experienced professionals from across Europe and reflects the diverse composition of the EPS value chain – from raw material suppliers and converters to recyclers and national associations. It also sees three women elected, including two new members – Agata Gładysz-Stanczyk and Graziana Carianni (Versalis) – and the re-election of Serena Klein (IVH).

“It is an honour to take on the role of President of Eumeps at a time when our industry is playing a pivotal role in Europe’s transition towards a circular economy. At Synthos, we have demonstrated that innovation and sustainability can go hand in hand – developing advanced insulation materials that both improve building performance and reduce environmental impact. I am confident that, by working together through Eumeps, we can drive the widespread adoption of sustainable EPS solutions, enhancing energy efficiency in renovations and setting a solid foundation for long-term environmental benefits across Europe”, the newly elected President of Eumeps Agata Gładysz-Stańczyk commented.

“The election of the new Board of Directors, under the leadership of Agata Gładysz-Stańczyk, marks a key milestone for Eumeps. Over the next two years, our focus will be to elevate the profile of EPS in the European sustainability dialogue, highlighting its advantages in energy efficiency, affordability, and recyclability. We remain committed to working closely with EU policymakers, industry stakeholders and civil society to promote high-performance, circular solutions that support climate neutrality and drive the energy transition. I would also like to express my sincere appreciation to Dr Klaus Ries and the outgoing Board of Directors for their dedication, trust and strategic guidance over the past years. Their leadership has enabled Eumeps to grow stronger, more visible, and better equipped to represent the EPS value chain at the European level. We now build on this solid foundation with renewed energy and ambition”, Jürgen Lang, Director General of Eumeps, added.