Pascal Vinet is a seasoned executive with extensive experience in the industrial gases sector. Currently serving as a Member of The Supervisory Board at Michelin since May 2024, Vinet also holds the position of Executive Vice President at Air Liquide, overseeing operations in Europe, Africa, the Middle East, and India, along with corporate responsibilities for Safety and Industrial Systems. Vinet has been a key member of the Air Liquide Group Executive Committee throughout various roles, including Senior Vice President and VP of Healthcare Global Operations. Additionally, Vinet serves as President of the European Industrial Gases Association since January 2023 and was the CEO of Airgas from July 2016 to September 2021 before the company was acquired by Air Liquide. Vinet holds a PhD in Physics from Centrale Lyon, with a background in engineering.