Illig has a new CSO/CTO

Illig packaging solutions has made a change in management with effect from 15 January 2025. Matthias Holder has taken over the dual position of Chief Sales Officer/Chief Technology Officer from Jürgen Lochner, who is leaving the Heilbronn-based company after several years to pursue new career opportunities.

Matthias Holder, 55 years old, will head the Sales, Technology and Service divisions at Illig. His initial focus will be on the strategic realignment of the global sales and service business in a challenging market environment. The successful market launch of the Illig Dry Fiber Systems for the production of sustainable packaging solutions made from dry natural fibre will be one of his key priorities. At the same time, business with the well-known portfolio of thermoforming and packaging systems has to be strengthened.

Matthias Holder has extensive experience in the printing and packaging industry as well as in mechanical engineering. He successfully led transformation processes in corporate groups and medium-sized companies. In his thirty-year career experience, he has worked for MAN Roland, Robert Bosch, Herma and the Loparex Group.

“Realigning Illig, technology leader and a well-known traditional brand is a challenging task. The international sales meeting held at our headquarters at the end of January was an ideal start to accelerate market development, in which we will respond flexibly and strategically to the requirements of customers and markets worldwide. I am particularly looking forward to launch our modular systems for the production of sustainable natural fibre packaging in the market”, said Matthias Holder.

“We would like to thank Jürgen Lochner for his commitment and personal dedication over the past four years, especially in the process of the company transition last year. We wish him continued success and all the best in his future career”, added Illig CEO Carsten Strenger.