HCS Group appoints Peter Friesenhahn as new CEO
HCS Group, a leading international supplier of high-value hydrocarbon specialties and a company of International Chemical Investors Group (ICIG), has announced the appointment of Peter Friesenhahn as its new chief executive officer, effective January 1, 2024.
Friesenhahn joins HCS Group from Evonik, where he held various executive positions over 12 years, most recently serving as general manager of the Business Line Silanes. His extensive experience in the chemical industry also includes a 20-year tenure at Bayer, where he held various management roles in Germany and internationally.
Friesenhahn’s vision for HCS Group
Upon his appointment, Friesenhahn expressed his enthusiasm for leading HCS Group. “It is an honor to join HCS Group as CEO,” he said. “HCS Group has established itself as a pioneer in sustainable hydrocarbons. I look forward to building on this legacy of strength and working with the teams at Haltermann Carless, ETS Racing Fuels, and Electrical Oil Services brands to drive the business forward. We will focus on performance, sustainability, and innovation to develop cutting-edge solutions for our customers.”
Friesenhahn succeeds Peter Stubbe, who served as interim CEO since September 2023 while continuing his role as CFO. Stubbe, who has been with HCS Group for more than 11 years, will leave the company on January 31, 2024. His tenure as CFO has been marked by significant contributions to the Group’s development.
HCS Group is a prominent player in the hydrocarbon solutions sector, focusing on Mobility, Life Science, Industrial, and Energy. The company employs approximately 500 people and operates production sites in Germany, the UK, France, and the U.S.A. Its products, sold under the brands Haltermann Carless, ETS Racing Fuels, and Electrical Oil Services (EOS), are distributed globally. Committed to sustainability, HCS Group drives the development of sustainable products, contributing to defossilisation and reducing greenhouse gas emissions. The company holds ISCC EU and ISCC Plus certifications and has been awarded EcoVadis Gold.
