Toray Advanced Composites appoints Dr. Jan Nowacki as Managing Director for Europe

NIJVERDAL, The Netherlands, July 7, 2026—Toray Advanced Composites announces the appointment of Dr Jan Nowacki as its Managing Director, Europe, effective July 6,2026. Dr. Nowacki succeeds David Bernard, who is retiring after a distinguished 40-year career in the advanced composite materials industry.

Dr. Nowacki joins Toray Advanced Composites with over two decades of experience in aerospace and advanced manufacturing. He has led complex manufacturing operations and global supply chains, with a strong track record of driving operational excellence, business growth, and innovation. Jan holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Kaiserslautern and a PhD in Composite Materials from the Institut fϋr Verbundwerkstoffe – Kaiserslautern.

"Toray Advanced Composites has earned a strong reputation for innovation, technical excellence, and customer collaboration,” said Dr Jan Nowacki, Managing Director Europe. “I am excited to join the team at a time when advanced composite materials are playing an increasingly important role across a wide range of industries. I look forward to building on the company's successes, supporting our customers, and driving continued growth throughout Europe."

"Jan brings a wealth of knowledge, leadership experience, and industry expertise that will be invaluable as we continue to strengthen our position in key markets,” said Scott Unger, CEO. “His appointment reflects our commitment to investing in the future of our European business. I would also like to extend my sincere thanks to David for his many years of dedication, leadership, and contributions to the company. We wish him every success in his well-deserved retirement."

Dr. Nowacki's appointment follows the recent addition of Guillaume Coustaud as Commercial Director for Europe, further strengthening Toray Advanced Composites' leadership team and reinforcing the company's commitment to supporting customers, accelerating innovation, and expanding its presence across Europe.

About Toray Advanced Composites

Toray Advanced Composites is a leader in the development and production of advanced thermoplastic and thermoset composite materials. The broad product portfolio is incorporated in high-performance products for aerospace, space, communications, automotive, consumer, and industrial applications. Toray Advanced Composites has a long heritage of combining state-of-the-art materials technology with world-class technical expertise to deliver a unique customer-centric business model. Production and operation facilities are in North America, Europe, and Asia. Toray Advanced Composites is a subsidiary of the Toray Group.

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