Johannes Dobbelaar possesses extensive experience in the chemical industry, currently serving as Vice President of Global Process Technology at BASF since January 2007. In this role, Johannes drives growth and transformation in Operations and Process Technology worldwide, overseeing capital expenditures and evaluating M&A opportunities. Previous positions include leadership roles in Technical Operations and Operations for various business units, as well as plant and site management responsibilities. Johannes' career at BASF began in 1992, with a focus on production, research, and marketing across Asia Pacific and Europe. Educational credentials include a Doctorate in Material Science from Delft University of Technology and a Doctorandus in Physical Chemistry from Leiden University.