Röhrhoff, who has been a member of the company’s management board since 2003, is replacing Dr Axel Herberg, who has held the position for ten years.
In his new position, Röhrhoff will continue to directly manage the company’s moulded glass division, it was said in a statement.
“We are delighted to have found in Uwe Röhrhoff the ideal CEO for Gerresheimer,” said supervisory board chairman Gerhard Schulze:. “Mr. Röhrhoff stands for continuity and experience and enjoys the trust of customers and employees equally.”