Meet Our Experts
A World-Wide Team of Expertise Ready to Meet Your Needs
With dedicated manufacturing sites and a sales team across the Americas, Europe, APAC, the Middle East and Africa, UNICAT has a team of over 300 experienced employees ready to help tailor solutions to meet your needs.
Our huge global network ensures we provide robust supply chain security, short delivery times and a reduced carbon impact from transport.
Global Sales Locations
Leadership Team (Sales/Technical)
Eugenio Macaluso
Vice President of Sales -
Based in Italy
Eugenio leads and manages the Global Sales Team. He has over 30 years of experience within the industry.
Ethan Jones
Managing Director – HPD -
With 11 years at UNICAT, Ethan has progressed from an Apprentice to Managing Director of the Hydroprocessing Division, holding roles including Accounts Assistant, Commercial Manager Vietnam, Assistant General Manager Vietnam, Technical Sales Manager, and Group Commercial Manager. He now leads the advancement of UNICAT’s AFS and MagAFS technologies, working with teams and clients to enhance performance, broaden applications, and deliver long-term value.
Adrien Serve
Technical Director - Catalysts -
Based in France
A chemist with a PhD in catalytic converters for emission control and 10 years of experience across catalyst and adsorption technologies, spanning R&D, project management, and business development, with a current focus on innovative syngas catalysts and ammonia cracking.
Sergio Robledo
Technology Director – HPD (North America) -
Based in TX, USA
An industry expert with over 25 years of experience, he brings valuable perspectives from both owner/operator and supplier environments. His expertise spans conventional fuels hydroprocessing, as well as renewable fuels and used lube oil hydrotreating, providing strong technical leadership and strategic insight across the organization.
Americas Team
Brian Fuller
Regional Sales Director -
Based in IL, USA
Supports and manages sales operations across the Americas. Brian is a seasoned chemical engineer with over 25 years of experience in engineering, licensing, and catalyst management within the petroleum and petrochemical industries.
Laura Jones
Regional Sales Manager -
Based in ON, Canada
Over nine years of experience in catalyst and emissions-control technologies. Supports customers by identifying bottlenecks, designing tailored technical solutions, and delivering measurable improvements in performance, efficiency, reliability, cycle lengths, heat transfer, and overall operational results.
Tim Michalec
Regional Sales Manager -
Based in TX, USA
Manages sales in Arizona, Utah, Colorado, Kansas, Oklahoma, Texas, Nebraska, Wyoming, Montana, North Dakota, South Dakota, and New Mexico. Has over 30 years of experience within the industry.
Eddie De Amorim
Regional Sales Manager -
Based in TN, USA
With more than 25 years of experience, brings deep expertise in sales management, site coordination, business development, and sample programs, contributing a strong and versatile skill set to the organization.
Shok Yan Hoo
Technical Sales Engineer -
Based in Aruba
Brings more than 25 years of industry experience delivering commercial guidance, troubleshooting, catalyst loading supervision, start-up, activation, and reduction support, as well as post-sales performance evaluations using operating data to optimize catalyst life and extend run lengths. Fluent in English, Spanish, and Dutch.
Caio Amorim
Technical Sales Manager -
Based in Brazil
Manages catalyst sales across Bolivia, Brazil, Colombia, and Uruguay. Brings more than 20 years of experience specializing in hydrogen generation, with strong expertise in catalytic systems for the syngas, oil and gas, and petrochemical industries.
Kathy Picioccio
Technical Sales Manager -
Based in NJ, USA
Provides technical leadership for PSA activities globally. Kathy is a recognized subject matter expert with more than 40 years of experience in process engineering, control systems, software development, commissioning, and plant modernization.
Freya Kugler
Senior Technical Service Engineer -
Based in CO, USA
With over 18 years of experience, Freya is passionate about driving innovation and scalability in emerging technologies. She brings extensive expertise in risk identification and mitigation, production scale-up, process design and optimization, carbon capture and storage, and techno-economic analysis, contributing a strategic and forward-thinking perspective to the organization.
Tatiana Colon Martinez
Senior Technical Service Engineer -
Based in LA, USA
Tatiana brings over 10 years of experience in syngas production, building strong expertise in detailed process analysis, the development of effective technical solutions, and leading teams to successful project delivery. Her work reflects a practical, solutions-driven approach supported by a solid technical foundation.
Mallori Pherson
Technical Support Manager -
Based in MN, USA
Mallori brings over 10 years of industry experience, with strong expertise in hydrotreating across naphtha, kerosene, diesel, gas oil, and renewable feedstocks. She applies a solid technical foundation and practical insight to support efficient and reliable operations.
Kevin Gagen
Filtration Specialist -
Based in NY, USA
Bringing over 35 years of experience in manufacturing, engineering, and water treatment, Kevin has developed extensive expertise in industrial filtration and separation technologies. His background includes providing technical support, sales guidance, and service solutions across a broad range of industries, contributing a practical and customer-focused perspective to the organization.
Trevor Ogden
Technical Consultant, SPA Catalysts -
Based in SK, Canada
Trevor has over 35 years of industry experience. He provides technical guidance and support to customers, assisting with catalyst performance optimization, troubleshooting, and process improvement. His extensive industry background enables him to deliver practical insight and strategic recommendations that support reliable and efficient operations.
European Team
Dr Paul Hudson
Regional Sales Director, -
Based in UK
Oversees and manages sales across Europe, drawing on over 25 years in the catalyst and petrochemical industries. Applies broad experience in sales leadership, customer strategy, and application support to help clients improve performance, build long-term partnerships, and achieve sustainable results.
Xavier Llorente
Regional Sales Manager -
Based in Spain
Specializes in PSA technology for hydrogen purification. Brings more than 15 years of industry experience supporting applications across petrochemicals, energy, wastewater treatment, gas treatment, and soil remediation.
Oliver Taylor
Regional Sales Manager -
Based in UK
With 15 years of refinery operating experience, applies strong process engineering expertise to customer challenges. Brings practical insight into hydroprocessing and syngas, supporting catalyst optimization, performance monitoring, and solutions that deliver lasting operational value.
Dr Wolfgang Kaltner
Regional Sales Manager -
Based in Germany
Seasoned syngas professional with nearly 20 years of experience in hydrogen and catalyst markets globally. Brings strong expertise in technical catalyst sales and business development, drawing on senior roles with leading companies and a proven ability to bridge technical knowledge with commercial strategy.
Kate Hovey
Technical Specialist -
Based in Portugal
Technical sales support specialist with more than 15 years of experience in the chemical industry. Provides expertise across multiple regions in Europe, supporting customers with tailored solutions and operational guidance.
Elif Kizlap
Technical Sales Manager -
Based in Turkey
Has over 10 years of experience in catalyst technologies, bringing a strong technical and commercial background to the role. Extensive expertise includes catalyst handling, process monitoring, and optimization, enabling the delivery of effective, performance-driven solutions that support customer operations and business objectives.
APAC / MEA Team
Yaqoob Kamal
Vice President of Sales -
Based in Bahrain
With 26 years of experience in petrochemical, catalysts, aluminum, and steel industries, he oversees and manages the Middle East & Africa team while holding senior sales, technical, and technology leadership responsibilities, driving regional growth and supporting strategic business expansion.
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Himanshu Chauhan
Business Development Manager -
Based in India
A technical and commercial professional with 16 years in the syngas industry, experienced in catalyst operation, troubleshooting, and chemistry for hydrogen, ammonia, and methanol plants.
Ali El-Kewashy
Technical Sales Manager -
Based in Egypt
A professional with 15 years of experience in the iron and steel industry, skilled in process control, process engineering, and production management, supporting operational efficiency and delivering results across manufacturing operations.
Hikmat Khan
Technical Sales Head -
Based in Bahrain
Bringing 25 years of experience in downstream hydrocarbon industries, he is skilled in refinery operations, syngas and chemicals process engineering, commissioning, operations, and technical services, with work in ammonia, methanol, hydrogen, formaldehyde, and GTL processes.
Gary Bennington
Technical Sales Manager (AUS & NZ) -
Based in Australia
With more than 38 years of experience in syngas catalysts, chemical, and steel industries, his background spans sales, technical support, marketing, and business development, delivering comprehensive expertise to support customers and drive business growth.
Bong Ngyen Thanh
Technical Sales Manager (Asia) -
Based in Vietnam
Bringing 15 years of experience in refinery operations and technical roles, he is skilled in FCC, catalysts, and chemical technical services, supporting customers with practical solutions and operational improvements.
Sung-Hyun Park
Sales Manager -
Based in South Korea
Bringing 30 years of experience in catalyst, chemical, and technology sales, he has extensive expertise in developing customer relationships, driving business growth, and delivering technical solutions across diverse industries.
Matthias Thiel
Regional Sales Manager -
Based in APAC
With more than 10 years in the hydrogen and syngas industry, he has expertise in plant operation, catalyst monitoring and handling, troubleshooting, and plant design for hydrogen, syngas, and derivative plants, including methanol and synthetic methane.