Metso appoints Renaud Lapointe to lead Aggregates division
Metso has named Renaud Lapointe as the new President of its Aggregates business area and a member of the company's leadership team, effective November 15, 2026.
Renaud Lapointe will transition from his role as President of the Europe and Central Asia market area to head the Aggregates business, a position he has held since late 2024. He succeeds Markku Simula, who announced his departure from the firm in August 2026.
Lapointe has been with Metso since 2005 and previously oversaw the Aggregates product line from 2018 to 2024. He holds a degree in mechanical engineering from ISTIL in Lyon, France.
CEO Sami Takaluoma stated that Lapointe's background in both market operations and the product division will support the company's ongoing strategy. Lapointe will join the Metso Leadership Team effective November 15, 2026.