Ilium Composites Welcomes José María Rodríguez Ramírez

(‘Ilium Composites’)

Ilium Composites is pleased to announce the appointment of José María Rodríguez Ramírez as Business Development Manager, strengthening the company’s strategic growth plans for its advanced composite material solutions across global markets.

Based in Europe and reporting directly to Managing Director Luma Aljishi, José María brings a powerful combination of technical expertise, commercial acumen, and international experience to Ilium. With over 25 years of experience in the polymer and composite materials industries, he has held senior roles in R&D, technical sales, business development, and project management at leading companies including Fiberline Composites, Owens Corning, and DSM.

José María has consistently delivered outstanding results throughout his career, including driving significant sales growth, developing and implementing structured business strategies, managing complex customer relationships, and leading cross-functional teams. His strong technical foundation in composites technologies, particularly in resin infusion, pultrusion, and reinforcement manufacturing, matches his robust commercial focus, making him ideally suited to support Ilium’s expansion plans.

At Ilium, José María will play a pivotal role in identifying and developing new business opportunities, enhancing customer relationships, and supporting the launch of innovative products. His appointment aligns with Ilium’s commitment to delivering high-quality, customized composite solutions that meet customers' evolving needs worldwide.

"We are delighted to welcome José María to the Ilium team," said Luma Aljishi, Managing Director. "His experience, technical knowledge, and strategic mindset perfectly fit Ilium as we continue to grow and expand our presence globally."

José María holds an M.Sc. in Chemistry from the University of Barcelona, a B.Sc. in Business from the Universitat Oberta de Catalunya, and a Master’s degree in Paint Technology. Fluent in English, Spanish, and Catalan, with working proficiency in Dutch and French, he is well-positioned to support Ilium’s international client base.

We look forward to José María’s contributions as part of our team and to the exciting growth opportunities ahead.

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Ilium is a fiberglass manufacturing facility built on a 10,000m2 site within the Bahrain International Investment Park (BIIP) in the Kingdom of Bahrain. Created in 2011, Ilium manufactures and distributes engineered fiberglass reinforcements using a unique patented, process technology, for closed mold, pultrusion and specialty composites sectors.  Ilium’s profile and property enhancing materials are sold to customers in the transportation, marine, construction, recreational and alternative energy industries all around the world.

www.Iliumcomposites.com

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