With his extensive experience and technical expertise, Philipp Portz stands for practical solutions and a consistent focus on customer benefit. As the new Director Circular Economy, he will further develop METZEN’s environmental engineering business and strengthen the efficient and reliable delivery of demanding customer projects through close collaboration between engineering, design and operations.

Philipp Portz has been part of METZEN for almost ten years, progressing from Design Engineer to Project Manager and Senior Engineer before becoming Site Manager in Erkelenz. His technical expertise, extensive project experience and entrepreneurial mindset provide the foundation for practical solutions that deliver results in day-to-day operations.

Efficient structures for successful customer projects

As Director Circular Economy, Philipp Portz is responsible for the strategic and operational development of the Erkelenz site, leading a team of around ten employees. His focus is on optimising technical and operational processes and fostering close collaboration across departments. Customers benefit from faster decision-making, reliable project delivery and high quality standards.

Philipp Portz has demonstrated his ability to deliver complex projects in challenging situations, including the Buir Bliesheimer emergency response project and the cold washing lines for Cedo and Hündgen. Even under considerable time pressure, he worked with his team to develop technically sound and economically viable solutions.

In his new role, Philipp Portz will play a key part in driving the development of METZEN’s environmental engineering business and further strengthening its consistent focus on customer benefit.

We congratulate Philipp Portz on his promotion and wish him continued success!