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    Brenntag CEO Christian Kohlpaintner to Step Down

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    Posted on May 21, 2025

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    Last updated: January 23, 2026

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    Quick Summary

    Brenntag's CEO Christian Kohlpaintner will step down on August 31. Jens Birgersson, former Rockwool Group head, will assume the CEO role starting September 1.

    Brenntag CEO Christian Kohlpaintner to step down

    (Reuters) -German chemicals distributor Brenntag said on Wednesday its CEO Christian Kohlpaintner would step down on August 31.

    The company has appointed Jens Birgersson, most recently head of Denmark's Rockwool Group, as new CEO and he will take over on September 1, said Brenntag.

    (Reporting by Anastasiia Kozlova in GdanskEditing by Madeline Chambers)

    Key Takeaways

    • •Christian Kohlpaintner steps down as Brenntag CEO.
    • •Jens Birgersson appointed as new CEO of Brenntag.
    • •Birgersson was previously head of Rockwool Group.
    • •Leadership change effective from September 1.
    • •Brenntag announces transition on August 31.

    Frequently Asked Questions about Brenntag CEO Christian Kohlpaintner to step down

    1Who is stepping down as CEO of Brenntag?

    Christian Kohlpaintner will step down as CEO of Brenntag on August 31.

    2Who will replace Christian Kohlpaintner as CEO?

    Jens Birgersson, the former head of Denmark's Rockwool Group, will take over as CEO on September 1.

    3When will the leadership transition at Brenntag occur?

    The transition will take place on September 1, following Kohlpaintner's departure on August 31.

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