Recycling technology firm NGR names new COO

Next Generation Recyclingmaschinen GmbH (NGR) has named Erich Fuerst its new COO, taking over from his predecessor and company co-founder Gerold Barth. Fuerst, who has served as operations manager of the company, and in his new role, he will focus on broader development of the company. Fuerst also recently received, along with his fellow managing directors CEO Wolfgang Steinwender and joint partner/CTO Thomas Pichler, the Pegasus 2021 award. This business honor is awarded to the most innovative and successful companies in Austria.

NGR, based in Feldkirchen, Austria, provides technology and equipment for the plastics recycling industry.