Luca Linari

General Manager at Andritz

Speaker

Luca Linari is a seasoned Managing Director with over thirty years of experience in the paper and tissue industry. Strong leadership skills, strategic planning expertise, deep understanding of operational efficiency, team management and excellent communication abilities have led to the successful completion of projects, revenue growth and increased profitability. PhD degree in Engineering from the University of Pisa. Co-Professor in Paper and Board degree at the Engineering Dept. of the University of Pisa. Most proud of successfully advocating innovative solutions and sustainable practices in the paper and tissue industry. Driving continued organisation’s success.

Experience:

• 2019 – Present: Managing Director, ANDRITZ Novimpianti (Lucca, Italy)

• 2013 – 2018 - Head of Energy and Environment, Toscotec

• 2001-2012 - Co-owner and General Manager, Milltech (part of Faber Group)

• 1995 – 2000 - Project Manager and Sales Manager, Aerothermic - Fomat

Luca’s life philosophy:

“Success is not the key to happiness. Happiness is the key to success. If you love what you do, you will be successful.” - Albert Schweitzer