Dr. Jan Nowacki has joined Toray Advanced Composites as Managing Director for Europe, succeeding David Bernard, who is retiring after a distinguished 40-year career in the advanced composite materials industry.
Dr. Nowacki is leading the company’s European operations while focusing on garnering customer relationships, driving innovation, and supporting business growth across the region, as his appointment further reinforces Toray Advanced Composites’ commitment to expanding its presence in key European markets.
With more than two decades of experience in aerospace and advanced manufacturing, Dr. Nowacki has been leading complex manufacturing operations and global supply chains while driving operational excellence and innovation. He highlights, “Toray Advanced Composites has earned a strong reputation for innovation, technical excellence, and customer collaboration. 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.”
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The appointment follows the recent addition of Guillaume Coustaud as Commercial Director for Europe, further strengthening Toray Advanced Composites’ leadership team while supporting innovation, customer collaboration, and continued business expansion across Europe.


