Opene will oversee core printing and packaging functions, align teams and processes, bolster accountability, and help improve business-wide efficiency.
The appointment mirrors packaging talent movement across consumer goods multinationals, building internal capability for regulation and raw material volatility.
Bsirske, the current CFO, takes over as interim CEO, as Urbinati departs the CEO post on 1 November 2026 for Gallus Ferd’s board, where he’ll become president on 1 January 2027.
As Amcor integrates Berry and seeks synergies across a broader global footprint, the leadership change puts the chairman in charge of overseeing execution of the combined group’s strategy.
The appointment lands amid closer scrutiny of packaging producers’ costs and capital allocation, as investors watch sector-wide margin recovery and cash generation.
The leadership change lands as packaging producers navigate shifting luxury/premium beverage demand, with paper formats displacing plastic and composites under regulatory and consumer pressure.
Blieck will lead Miraclon’s EAMER Service Team, collaborating with Flexo Solutions Engineers to assist customers from platemaking to press.
Wu’s new role heading Tetra Pak ANZ will focus on helping customers enhance food safety, reduce environmental footprint, and strengthen food systems through advanced packaging and processing technology.
The financial leadership transition isn’t expected to disrupt operations, established management systems will maintain continuity in reporting and strategic execution.
Baiden’s experience in industrial/specialty materials fits Nazdar’s focus on manufacturing, innovation, technical expertise, and customer partnerships across screen, digital, and flexographic inks.