Hempel appoints Gosha Kolton to lead marine division
Gosha Kolton. Image courtesy of Hempel
Danish coatings and paints manufacturer Hempel has appointed Gosha Kolton as executive vice president and head of marine, effective 1 January 2026.
Commenting on the appointment, Michael Hansen, group president and CEO at Hempel says: “I am delighted to welcome Gosha to Hempel. Her international perspective, leadership experience and passion for innovation will be invaluable as we continue to strengthen our position in the marine coatings industry.
“Her commitment to building strong teams and customer-focused strategies will also help us deliver value for our stakeholders.”
Kolton has international experience in strategic and operational leadership across developed and emerging markets.
“I am excited to join Hempel and the marine team, and I look forward to working together to deliver outstanding value for Hempel’s customers and drive sustainable growth,” says Kolton.
A Polish national, Kolton joins Hempel from her role as EU vice president of packaging adhesives, coatings and sealants at German multinational chemical and consumer goods company Henkel. Over the past five years, she managed one of Henkel’s largest regional businesses through shifting market conditions and transformation projects.
She will succeed Alexander Enström, who has decided to step down from the role of executive vice president and head of marine to focus on more specialised responsibilities. He will become head of new build in marine from 1 January 2026.
“The executive group management, board and I are deeply grateful for Alexander’s leadership and contributions as executive vice president and head of marine. We wish him every success in his new role as head of new build and look forward to his continued impact within the marine team,” Hansen concludes.
The news comes after Luxembourg-based private equity firm CVC Funds acquired up to 30 per cent of Hempel in 2024. The firm closed the deal and appointed new directors in September 2024.
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