Massachusetts-based CIRCOR International, Inc. a manufacturer of valves and other highly engineered products for markets including oil & gas, power generation and aerospace & defence, has announced the appointment of Helmuth Ludwig, Ph.D., to its Board of Directors effective January 1, 2016. He replaces Jerome D. Brady who will be retiring from the Board on December 31, 2015.
Dr. Ludwig brings a wealth of experience developing and leading highly successful organizations. Prior to assuming his current role, he was CEO of Siemens’ Industry sector for North America, overseeing sales of more than $5 billion and 15,000 employees. When Siemens acquired PLM Software in 2007, Ludwig was appointed President and is credited for having successfully led the integration of the organization’s 50 legal entities and multiple facilities across 26 countries. Earlier in his career, he held a number of international assignments at Siemens in Europe, Latin America and Asia.