Dirk Dr. Demuth
About Dirk Dr. Demuth
Dirk Dr. Demuth serves as the Senior Vice President of Operations Europe at Redwood Materials, where he has worked since 2022. He has held various senior roles in the automotive and materials sectors, including significant positions at BASF and hte GmbH.
Work at Redwood Materials
Dirk Dr. Demuth has been serving as the Senior Vice President of Operations Europe at Redwood Materials since 2022. In this role, he focuses on enhancing operational efficiency and sustainability within the organization. His leadership is directed towards building circular supply chains, which aligns with the company's mission to promote sustainable practices in materials recycling and production.
Previous Experience at INERATEC GmbH
Before joining Redwood Materials, Dirk Dr. Demuth worked as a Senior Advisor at INERATEC GmbH from 2020 to 2021. His role involved providing strategic guidance and expertise in operations, contributing to the company's initiatives in sustainable energy solutions. This position allowed him to leverage his extensive background in the chemical and materials sectors.
Career at BASF
Dirk Dr. Demuth held multiple senior roles at BASF, including Senior Vice President of R&D and Senior Vice President of the Catalyst Division. His tenure at BASF spanned from 1995 to 2021, during which he played a crucial role in the Automotive Catalysts division and oversaw operations in Ludwigshafen am Rhein. His leadership contributed to advancements in catalyst technologies and operational strategies.
Education and Expertise
Dirk Dr. Demuth earned his Ph.D. in Chemistry and Material Science from Johannes Gutenberg University Mainz, completing his studies from 1992 to 1994. He also holds a Diplom-Chemiker degree from the same university, which he obtained between 1985 and 1992. Additionally, he served as a Visiting Scientist at UC Santa Barbara from 1993 to 1994, where he focused on materials science under prominent professors.
Leadership at hte GmbH
Dirk Dr. Demuth served as CEO and COO at hte GmbH in Heidelberg from 1999 to 2012. His 13-year tenure in this executive role involved overseeing the company's strategic direction and operational management. His experience at hte GmbH further solidified his expertise in the chemical and materials industries.