08 Oct 2013 --- Brenntag, the global market leader in chemical distribution, announces that Markus Klähn, President and Chief Operating Officer (COO) of Brenntag North America is appointed to Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Brenntag North America. In this position he succeeds William Fidler, Member of the Management Board of Brenntag AG and responsible for the regions North America and Latin America. Markus Klähn will continue to report to William Fidler.