Peter Heydasch

Switzerland

About

Industrial projects rarely fail for one reason alone. In many cases, failure results from technical, organizational, and strategic risks that were not identified and addressed early enough. We support selected projects and organizations in evaluating complex technologies, industrial processes, and investment concepts with a clear focus on practical feasibility, operational robustness, and economic viability. Our work combines strong technical expertise with long experience in the typical structural weaknesses that can also undermine projects: rigid hierarchies, poor alignment between leadership and technical teams, unclear responsibilities, weak communication, and insufficient transparency. Drawing on our industry experience, we reduce unnecessary complexity and obstacles and support the development of practical, tailored solutions. An early, independent review prevents costly mistakes before they lead to structural failures.

Experience

  • Senior Executive at CONTINUUM
    Jun 2021 - Present · 5 yrs 2 mos

    Expertise in circular economy, sustainability, energy systems, biotechnology, chemical engineering - developing practical industrial solutions from technological and strategic concepts. - Evaluates technologies, processes, and investments in terms of feasibility, robustness, and profitability. - Reduces complexity and prevent costly errors before they lead to structural failure.

  • The Dow Chemical Company (24 yrs 5 mos)
    • Global Wire & Cable End-Use Manager
      Jan 2018 - May 2021 · 3 yrs 5 mos

      Managing the value chain of the global Wire & Cable business within Dow Packaging & Specialty Plastics. Connecting people, business processes and technology capabilities to accelerate growth. Providing support to determine the most viable, reliable and cost-effective solution for the installation of underground transmission and distribution systems

    • Director of Sustainability and Advocacy
      Jan 2017 - Dec 2017 · 1 yr

      Drove advocacy strategies across Europe, the Middle East & Africa, facilitating the dialogue around circular economy. Enabled strong collaboration and joint projects with collectors, recyclers, institutes, universities, etc. to divert plastic packaging from landfill, prevent loss of waste into the environment, improve design for recycling and achieve highest synergy of collection sorting, recycling and thermal recovery. Promoted the societal benefits of plastic especially to reduce food loss. Leveraged Dow expertise to shape public policies and provide solutions in the area of packaging - partnering with trade associations, recyclers and policy makers such as the European Parliament (EP) Intergroup on “Climate Change, Biodiversity and Sustainable Development”. Identified best practices for EPR schemes & modulated fees, collection & recycling schemes to improve waste management systems and to fight marine litter. Implemented “Ocean Clean Sweep” in European manufacturing locations to prevent discharge of pellets into water flows and the marine environment. Explored alternative technologies and feedstocks Shared expertise through opinion pieces in trade publications

    • Corporate Account Executive
      Mar 2014 - Dec 2017 · 3 yrs 10 mos

      Handled Dow’s biggest customer in liquid board extrusion coating globally. Liaised with regional teams in North & Latin America, Asia Pacific and EMEA for coordination of supply, technical service and price negotiations. Led contract negotiations regarding volume, price, rebates, logistics, confidentiality, technology development, intellectual property, specifications, etc. Delivered comprehensive analysis of the coating industry and strategy development for future growth and differentiation

  • Technical Service & Development at Baerlocher
    Jan 1996 - Dec 1996 · 1 yr

    PVC Stabilizers for window profil and pipe extrusion

  • The Dow Chemical Company (5 yrs 9 mos)
    • Technical Service & Development
      Jul 1994 - Dec 1995 · 1 yr 6 mos

      PVC Impact Modification for window profile and pipe extrusion

    • Quality System Specialist
      Apr 1991 - Jun 1994 · 3 yrs 3 mos

      ISO 9000 Certification implemented into operating disclipline system Leader of quality laboratory

    • Process Engineer
      Apr 1990 - Jun 1994 · 4 yrs 3 mos

      Manufacturing supervision Process design Software programming