Glass Futures has announced the appointment of Adrian Curry as the new Chair of its Board of Directors, succeeding Mike Houghton, Chief Commercial Officer of Process Industries Software at Siemens. The organisation extends its deepest gratitude to Mike for his invaluable leadership and dedication during his tenure.
Curry, formerly Deputy Chair of the Board, brings a wealth of experience and a long-standing commitment to Glass Futures. As the former Managing Director of Encirc, Adrian has been a passionate advocate for innovation and sustainability in the glass industry. His leadership was instrumental in several pioneering industrial-scale trials conducted in collaboration with Glass Futures at Encirc’s Derrylin site.
He is a highly respected figure in the global glass manufacturing industry, known for his visionary leadership and commitment to sustainability. With over 27 years of experience at Encirc, including 19 years as Managing Director, Adrian played a pivotal role in transforming the company into one of Europe’s leading glass manufacturers and fillers.
One of the most notable achievements under his guidance was the 2021 biofuel trial, which showcased the potential of sustainable glass production. Working closely with Glass Futures, Encirc produced bottles made from 100 percent recycled glass using ultra-low-carbon biofuels. This groundbreaking initiative reduced the carbon footprint of each bottle by up to 90 percent, setting a new benchmark for environmental responsibility in the industry.
Adrian’s appointment comes at a pivotal time as Glass Futures continues to lead the industry’s transition toward net zero. His vision aligns with the organisation’s mission to foster innovation and sustainability, encouraging collaboration across the global glassmaking community.
A former President of British Glass, he also serves on the Board of Directors at Gallo Glass and remains a respected figure in the industry for his forward-thinking approach and commitment to positive impact.
Justin Kelly, CEO of Glass Futures, welcomed Adrian’s appointment, stating, “Adrian has been a champion of sustainable innovation in glass for many years. His leadership and vision have already helped shape some of the most impactful projects in our industry. As Chair, he will be instrumental in guiding Glass Futures through its next phase of growth and global collaboration.”