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Core Viewpoint - The European Plastics Association has announced that Rob Ingram, CEO of INEOS Olefins & Polymers Europe, will take over as the association's president starting January 1, 2026, focusing on promoting the circular economy within the industry [1] Group 1: Leadership Changes - Rob Ingram will succeed Benny Malmsten, Vice President and Head of Sustainability at Chevron Phillips Chemical [1] - The association has elected three vice presidents from Dow Chemical, Borealis, and Evonik Industries [1] Group 2: Industry Challenges - The European plastics industry is at a critical turning point, with unprecedented pressure on its competitiveness [1] - The market share of European plastic production has significantly declined from 22% in 2006 to an expected 12% by 2024, indicating a rapid and ongoing loss of competitiveness [1] Group 3: Strategic Goals - Ingram emphasizes the need for coordinated action across the entire value chain and urgent policy measures to support this key European strategic industry [1] - The association aims to achieve 65% circularity in plastic products and climate neutrality by 2050 under Ingram's leadership [1] - The member companies of the association account for 90% of the polymer production in the EU27, Norway, Switzerland, and the UK [1]