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Leschaco appoints David Williams as chief product officer

Leschaco has announced the appointment of David Williams as Chief Product Officer (CPO) and a Member of the Management Board, effective November 01, 2024. In his new role, David will be responsible for overseeing the company’s global product portfolio, ensuring alignment with Leschaco’s strategic objectives, and driving product innovation to meet evolving customer needs.

David Williams joined Leschaco in January 2024 as Global Head of Tank Container, bringing over 30 years of leadership experience from senior roles at AP Møller – Maersk Group. Since joining, he has successfully led the Tank Container Division, contributing significantly to its stability in a turbulent market environment. David will continue to manage this division until a successor is appointed. His deep knowledge of global logistics and product management will play a key role in enhancing Leschaco’s service offerings and overall competitiveness.

Leschaco CEO Constantin Conrad commented: “We are delighted to welcome David Williams to the Management Board as Chief Product Officer. His leadership, industry expertise, and strategic vision are invaluable as we work towards our ambitious goals. David’s focus on innovation and operational excellence aligns perfectly with our commitment to providing high-quality logistics solutions to our customers globally.”

As CPO, David will lead efforts to ensure that Leschaco’s products and services meet the highest standards of quality, relevance, and innovation. His leadership will make a decisive contribution to achieving the long-term goals set out in the 2030 corporate strategy and at the same time strengthen the company’s position as a global market leader in chemical and dangerous goods logistics.

David Williams expressed his excitement about the new role: “I am honored to take on the role of Chief Product Officer at such an exciting time for Leschaco. Our focus will be on continuing to drive product excellence and innovation, while ensuring our offerings are perfectly aligned with customer needs and our broader business objectives. I look forward to working closely with our global teams to support Leschaco’s strategic growth.”

David’s appointment is part of a broader effort to streamline processes, strengthen global competitiveness, and reinforce Leschaco’s reputation as a trusted partner in highly demanding logistics markets.