EuPC appoints Erich Cuaz as director general

The European Plastics Converters Association, EuPC, has announced the appointment of Erich Cuaz as its new director general, effective 1 September 2026. Cuaz joins the association with experience in public affairs, communications and sustainability, gained through senior roles in trade associations and corporate environments. According to EuPC, his background includes strategic insight and knowledge of the European policy and regulatory landscape. The association points to the current period as important for the plastics converting sector and for Europe, with global competition, regulatory transformation and the need to accelerate investment in innovation and circularity shaping the industry agenda.

Role in the association

In his new position, Cuaz will lead the Brussels office and work with EuPC president Jean-Marc Galvez, the board, EuPC members and national networks across Europe. His responsibilities will include co-developing and implementing the association’s strategy and advancing an agenda focused on a competitive, innovative and sustainable environment for the plastics converting industry.

EuPC said this work will include strengthening the industry’s collective voice, supporting science-based and pragmatic policies, and creating conditions for continued investment, innovation and circularity in Europe.

Commenting on his appointment, Erich Cuaz said: "I feel honoured to take on the role of Director General of EuPC at a pivotal time for both the plastics converting sector and the European Union. I look forward to working closely with our members, the EU institutions and our partners to advance EuPC’s mission of providing a strong and united voice for plastics converters in Europe."

EuPC president Jean-Marc Galvez commented: "Erich combines a deep understanding of the European policy ecosystem with a clear and ambitious strategic vision. His appointment will further strengthen EuPC’s ability to bring our members together, increase the sector’s influence and visibility, and build strong and effective networks across Europe. I look forward to working closely with Erich to ensure our industry has a strong, coordinated voice and to advance practical solutions that support both Europe’s sustainability ambitions and the competitiveness of its manufacturing base."

Link with Polymer Comply Europe

Erich Cuaz will also lead Polymer Comply Europe, PCE. EuPC stated that this will further strengthen the alignment between the association’s activities and PCE’s expertise in regulatory compliance, association management, and projects and studies.

The association also expressed gratitude to Alexandre Dangis for many years of dedicated leadership and contributions as managing director. EuPC noted that his commitment and guidance played an important role in advancing the association’s mission.