Peter Vanacker
CEO LYB / Creating solutions for everyday sustainable living and accelerating the shift to a circular economy.
LyondellBasell•Houston, Texas, United States
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An experienced CEO, passionate about #sustainability, #renewables and #circulareconomy. Serving as CEO of LyondellBasell, a leader in the global chemical industry, creating solutions for everyday sustainable living. Through advanced technology and focused investments, we are enabling a circular and low-carbon economy. Across all we do, we aim to unlock value for our customers, investors and society. As one of the world's largest producers of polymers and a leader in polyolefin technologies, we develop, manufacture and market high-quality and innovative products for applications ranging from sustainable transportation and food safety to clean water and quality healthcare. With a background in the Polymers and Chemicals industry, I have a proven expertise and a record of performance in company transformation, value creation, high growth and mature businesses, both in publicly listed international large-cap as well as in a private equity environment. I am a global leader with multicultural and M&A experience. I am also a Member of the Supervisory Board of Symrise AG, a public, leading flavor, nutrition, scent and care company that achieved the top grade of A in all three CDP categories in 2020. Additionally, I serve on the boards of the International Council of Chemical Associations and the American Chemistry Council, contributing to global industry advocacy and strategic direction.
Career Timeline
- LyondellBasellCurrentMay 2022–Present· 4 yrs 4 mos
- Chief Executive OfficerCurrentMay 2022–Present
- Sep 2018–May 2022· 3 yrs 8 mos
- President and Chief Executive OfficerNov 2018–May 2022
- Designated President & CEOSep 2018–Oct 2018
- Apr 2015–Aug 2018· 3 yrs 4 mos
- CEO and Managing DirectorApr 2015–Aug 2018
- Sep 2012–Mar 2015· 2 yrs 6 mos
- CEO and Managing DirectorSep 2012–Mar 2015
- Sep 1990–Sep 2012· 22 yrs
- Member, Executive CommitteeJul 2003–Mar 2004
- Sr. Vice President Polymers Solutions DivisionAug 2001–Jul 2003
- Vice President Polyurethanes LATAMSep 1998–Jul 2001
- Director, Information TechnologyJun 1994–Aug 1998
- Sales and Technical Manager BeneluxSep 1990–May 1994
Education
AVIRAQuest
INSEADChemical Engineer
Specialty in Polymers Engineering
Ghent University