16.09.2026 • News

FECC Elects Peter Bigler as New Association President

Fecc has elected Peter Bigler, a board member of Harke Group, as its new Association President, effective immediately.

Lars Wallstein and Peter Bigler
Lars Wallstein and Peter Bigler
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The European Association of Chemical Distributors (FECC) announced the election of Peter Bigler, a board member of Harke Group, as its new Association President at its annual conference in Vienna, effective immediately.

Bigler brings more than 30 years of experience in the distribution sector, gained in various global leadership positions at major chemical distribution companies. He has also served as a long-standing board member of FECC. In his new role, he will oversee the association's strategic direction, champion key industry initiatives, and support the diverse needs of the more than 1,600 companies FECC represents through direct membership and 14 national associations across Europe.

Bigler succeeds former FECC President Lars Wallstein, Co-CEO of Oqema, who led the organization for the past five years.

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