Management ChangeJul 6, 2026, 08:12 AM
ArcelorMittal Europe CEO Retires, Becomes Chairman
AI Summary
ArcelorMittal announced that Geert Van Poelvoorde, CEO of Europe and member of the Group Management Committee, will retire from his executive position at the end of July 2026. He will transition to the role of Chairman of the Board of ArcelorMittal Europe Steel. Mr. Van Poelvoorde has been with the company for 37 years, making significant contributions, including leading the European business towards a more sustainable and digital future.
Key Highlights
- Geert Van Poelvoorde to retire from executive position at end of July 2026.
- He will assume the role of Chairman of the Board of ArcelorMittal Europe Steel.
- Mr. Van Poelvoorde joined the company in 1989, serving for 37 years.
- He held the position of CEO of ArcelorMittal Europe since 2021.
- He was President of Eurofer for seven years, from 2015 to 2022.
- ArcelorMittal generated revenues of $61.4 billion in 2025.
- The company produced 55.6 million metric tonnes of crude steel in 2025.
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