Article1 min read Jan 13, 2026Essity’s Ilham Smaali Appointed Chief Supply Chain OfficerEssity, a leading hygiene and health company, has appointed industry veteran Ilham Smaali as Chief Supply Chain Officer, effective December 31, 2025. Smaali brings over two decades of supply chain expertise from prestigious companies including Procter & Gamble, Nike, and Estee Lauder. She will lead the newly established Supply Chain Enablement function, focusing on economies of scale in sourcing and fulfillment while driving functional transformation across Essity's decentralized operations. This strategic leadership appointment demonstrates Essity's commitment to operational excellence and standardized working methods. For industry professionals tracking executive movements and supply chain innovations, Smaali's appointment represents significant industry leadership transition worth monitoring for best practices and strategic insights.
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Article9 min read Jun 5, 2023Saica in Spain: A Walk Into the Future of Mill LogisticsPaper360° was recently invited to corrugated giant Saica Group’s El Burgo mill near Zaragoza, Spain, where the company has invested in the very latest internal digitalized logistics.
