Germany, June 25 -- BASF Coatings named the leadership team that will run the business as an independent company from July 1, 2026, after the closing of the transaction. The new structure brings together leaders who have built the coatings business over many years and senior executives with proven records in finance, digital and transformation. The Executive Committee will be led by incoming Chief Executive Officer Jens Luehring. Executive Committee appointments The Executive Committee sets the company's strategic direction and drives business performance. Effective July 1, 2026, its members are: Jens Luehring, CEOMichael Pontzen, CFO Ewout van Jarwaarde, CTO Frank Naber, EVP Surface Treatment Patrick Zhao, EVP Mobility Coatings Steve Arndt...