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"Welcome to our latest enewsletter, with news about a big divestment at Magna International, plus executive appointments at material suppliers Aurora Material Solutions and Palmer Holland. "

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Magna to divest lighting, roof systems units

The Ontario-based company is selling its Lighting and Rooftop Systems units via three separate deals expected to close in the second half of 2026.

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New CEO at Aurora Material Solutions

Renee Havrilla succeeds Darrell Hughes in the leadership role, effective immediately.

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Material distributor Palmer Holland names new CEO

The firm's new leader, Tim Skufca, has more than 20 years of sales and commercial leadership experience.

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Uniloy names Chuck Flammer as vice president of machine sales

Flammer has been in the blow molding industry for more than 30 years.

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