Gavin Newby

European Technical Director @Vebro Polymers

Wilmslow, GB

As Technical Director, I set and lead the R&D strategy for the UK and European export business, ensuring alignment with commercial priorities and sustainability goals. I oversee multi-site development programmes that advance coatings and adhesives technologies, with a focus on performance, compliance, and market readiness.I drive formulatory improvements across epoxy and polyurethane systems, adapt global products for European climates, and introduce new solutions based on customer feedback and portfolio gaps. I lead certification and testing processes, ensuring speed to market while maintaining technical and regulatory standards.I manage supplier relationships to secure resilient raw material strategies and guide a team of development and works chemists, fostering collaboration across international sites. My leadership combines technical depth with strategic vision, delivering innovations that strengthen both product performance and business growth.

Lowton High School

GCSE, Multiple

Wigan and Leigh College

A' Level, Environmental Science

Liverpool John Moores University

BSc (Hons), Environmental Science