Jansen Replacing Propex's Retiring Stroot

Chattanooga, TN, August 21, 2009--Propex Operating Company said that Theo Stroot, managing director Europe of affiliate Propex Fabrics GmbH, has decided to retire.

In 1995 Stroot joined Propex, the former Amoco, as managing director of the Non-woven Division in Gronau.

Michel Jansen will succeed Theo Stroot as managing director of the Europe operations.

“We are confident that Michel’s international experience and proven business skills will serve him well as he leads the European business at this important time in its history,” says Richard Franks, executive vice president.