World Soda Ash Conference

Christian Bouigeon CEO Humens Group

Christian Bouigeon has been the Chief Executive Officer of the Group Humens (Novacarb, Novabay and Novabion) since September 2024.

He has 30 years’ experience in heavy industry, mainly in mineral chemistry. He began his career as a researcher, then moved on to industrial roles followed by marketing/commercial roles. Next he spent 20 years as CEO on international perimeters for 10 activities of the same Group.

Convinced of the value of passing on knowledge, as others have done for him, he tries to find time to support small businesses and teach at the university.

Christian Bouigeon holds a Physico-Chemistry degree of ESPCI Paris – PSL, a Master of Analysis and a Master of Business Management.

Hasan Copur Associate Director, Global Soda Ash Chemical Market Analytics by OPIS

Hasan is the Associate Director of the Soda Ash team at Chemical Market Analytics.

Hasan is an associate director within the inorganics team and has expertise in the global Soda Ash Market Advisory Service. Over 15 years in commercial roles, Hasan has acquired international chemical industry experience while holding various sales and business management roles. He engaged in diverse sectors using inorganic chemicals as raw materials and helped develop a portfolio of global clients.

During his time with the company, he has provided soda ash market coverage for each region of the world, offering insight and intelligence across the soda ash value chain, emphasizing Europe and the Indian subcontinent.

Hasan spent over ten years with Sisecam, a global glass and soda ash manufacturer, managing international sales activities for their chemicals group in its multiple locations. He spent four years in China, leading the regional business. Before joining in 2021, he spent three years working in trading in the UK, overseeing a range of basic chemicals and metals in the international markets.

Hasan holds a Bachelor’s in Economics from Istanbul University and an MBA from Yeditepe University. He joined the company in 2021 and resides in London, UK.

Arthur English Chief Executive Officer G2 Ocean AS

Arthur was appointed Chief Executive Officer of G2 Ocean in January 2020 having fulfilled the role of Chief Commercial Officer since the formation of G2 Ocean in May 2017. Arthur has 35 years of shipping experience in commercially focused roles in the breakbulk, dry bulk, terminal, combination carrier and tanker sectors. Over his career Arthur has lived and worked in Europe, Asia, the Middle East, and Africa.

He holds a BSc (Hons) in Agricultural Economics, an MBA from the University of Nottingham and is a Fellow of the Institute of Chartered Shipbrokers.

Maria Laura Filippello CEO Grupo Euroamérica

María Laura Filippello is a distinguished leader in the international trade and logistics sector, currently serving as the CEO of Grupo Euroamérica, a leading private economical group in Argentina dedicated to port terminal activities and multimodal solutions.

With extensive experience in supply chain management, maritime operations, and trade logistics, she plays a pivotal role in optimizing the movement of key commodities, including soda ash, across global markets.

Prior to her current role, María Laura held executive positions at Panalpina World Transport, Damco and Maersk line from A.P. Moller Group, overseeing operations across many Latin America countries such as Argentina, Uruguay, Chile, Bolivia and Paraguay. Her leadership in these organizations has driven strategic growth, efficiency, and enhanced client solutions in logistics and transportation.

With a strong commitment to fostering innovation and sustainability in global trade, María Laura actively participates in international forums and industry events, sharing insights on logistics trends, infrastructure development, and supply chain optimization.

Marguerite Morrin Executive Director, Global Soda Ash Service Lead Chemical Market Analytics

Marguerite Morrin is the Executive Director of Global Soda Ash Service Lead at Chemical Market Analytics.

Marguerite Morrin is the Executive Director of Soda Ash research at Chemical Market Analytics (CMA). Marguerite launched the Global Soda Ash Market Advisory Service (MAS) in 2008. Before launching the soda ash MAS, she held various responsibilities in the Inorganics value chain, including European chlor-alkali and vinyls market coverage, where she helped develop MAS.

Marguerite’s area of focus is the Soda Ash Market Advisory Service. With over 30 years of research experience in the chemicals sector, Marguerite is a key CMA resource with respect to analysis and insights about soda ash markets. She works with the global soda ash team to understand and keep track of soda ash market developments and provide CMA clients with insight and critical analytics that facilitate decisions. Marguerite also organizes the CMA annual World Soda Ash Conference.

Marguerite holds a Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry from University College Dublin, Ireland and a postgraduate diploma in Business Studies from UCD Smurfit Business School, Dublin. She is currently based out of the London office.

Alasdair Warren Chief Executive Officer WE Soda

Alasdair Warren is the Chief Executive Officer of WE Soda, based in London, having been appointed in November 2019 and having previously served as a non-executive board director.

Prior to joining WE Soda, Mr. Warren served as the Head of Corporate and Investment Banking for the European, Middle East and Africa region at Deutsche Bank, based in London.

Prior to that, Mr. Warren was an investment banking Partner at Goldman Sachs in London for 11 years, serving in a number of roles, including the Global Head of Financial Sponsor Coverage, the Head of European Equity Capital Markets and Derivatives, and the Co Head of UK Investment Banking.

Mr. Warren holds a BSc (Hons) in Geology from the University of Nottingham.