Holland Colours NV
Jules Roelofs is a seasoned professional with extensive experience in innovation and technology within the polymer industry. Currently serving as Global Innovation Manager at Holland Colours since May 2004, responsibilities encompass managing a global patent portfolio, overseeing multiple R&D projects, and establishing key collaborations. Previous roles at Holland Colours include Director Innovation & Technology (Ad Interim), Head of Research and Development, and R&D Manager Packaging, each involving strategic management and sustainability initiatives. Prior to this, Jules Roelofs worked as a Research Chemist at Engelhard Corporation, focusing on the synthesis of nanoclays and metal nanocluster catalysts. Educational credentials include a Ph.D. in Inorganic Chemistry & Catalysis from Utrecht University and an MSc in Molecular Sciences from Wageningen University & Research.
Holland Colours NV
Holland Colours NV is a manufacturer and supplier of pigments, granulates and pastes based in the Netherlands. The Company is engaged in the production of concentrates for coloring plastics, available in both solid and liquid form and applicable for various types of plastic materials, particularly for polyvinyl chloride (PVC) and polyethylene terephthalate (PET). It concentrates focuses on three markets: Building & Construction, comprising colorants for pipes, fittings, cladding, siding, window profiles, roofing materials and fences; Plastic Packaging, including color preparations for PET packaging of food and drink, cosmetics and personal care products; and Silicones & Elastomers, including colorants for sealants and silicone rubber products. The Company is organized in three regional divisions: Europe (including the Middle East, India and Africa), the Americas, and Asia. It operates production sites in the Netherlands, Hungary, the United States and Indonesia.