European Waste Management Industry's Presidential Role Transferred to Wilms, Under FEAD
After a unanimous election, Herwart Wilms has been appointed as the new President of the European Federation of Waste Management and Environmental Services (FEAD). The appointment marks the first time Wilms will hold the position, with his term set to commence on January 1, 2026, and last for a duration of two years.
Wilms, a key figure in the waste management and environmental services sector, brings a wealth of experience to his new role. He currently serves as the CEO of REMONDIS Sustainable Services, a company dedicated to waste recycling and environmental solutions. Prior to this, he held the position of Vice-President at the BDE, another organization focused on waste management and environmental services.
For the past three years, Wilms and Claudia Mensi, the outgoing FEAD President, have worked closely together. Their collaboration has been instrumental in guiding FEAD's strategic direction and advocating for policies that promote sustainable waste management and circular economy principles across Europe.
In his new role as FEAD President, Wilms will be responsible for leading the organization in its mission to promote sustainable waste management and environmental services. He will focus on innovation, regulatory compliance, and environmental protection, aiming to shape the future of waste management practices at a European level.
Wilms' presidency is expected to foster collaboration among industry stakeholders to improve environmental outcomes. He will advocate for policies that encourage the adoption of circular economy principles, aiming to reduce waste, promote recycling, and increase the use of renewable resources.
As Wilms takes over from Mensi, the European waste management sector looks forward to his leadership. His extensive background in the industry, combined with his commitment to sustainability and environmental protection, promises a promising future for waste management practices in Europe.
In his new role as FEAD President, Wilms will lead the organization in promoting sustainable waste management and environmental services, focusing on innovation, regulatory compliance, and environmental protection to shape the future of waste management practices at a European level.
Wilms is expected to foster collaboration among industry stakeholders, advocating for policies that encourage the adoption of circular economy principles, aiming to reduce waste, promote recycling, and increase the use of renewable resources in the finance and business sectors.
