My business: Layla Rocha, Sales Support Analyst, NEUMAN & ESSER

My business

Layla Rocha Neuman & Esser

Can you tell us about NEUMAN & ESSER?

Founded in Germany in 1830 and operating in Brazil since 1997, this family-owned company is an important player in the energy transition and circular economy infrastructure. With solutions widely used in gas processing, hydrogen production and mechanical process engineering, it supports industries to adopt sustainable practices and cleaner energy alternatives.

What services does the company provide?

As a solution provider for the industrial, research and development, and energy sectors, NEUMAN & ESSER serves the oil and gas industry, the emerging hydrogen economy, and raw materials milling and classification. It acts as a trusted adviser, offering project engineering, machinery integration and installation, commissioning and aftermarket technical support, and delivering high-performance solutions across various industry sectors.

How is a day in your role?

NEUMAN & ESSER fosters an environment that encourages collaboration and knowledge sharing, allowing people to develop their skills and contribute to industry advances. The teams are well-prepared to support this mission. My daily routine focuses on collaborative efforts to address customer demands, which involves interacting with various departments as well as our network of partners and suppliers.

What are your daily challenges?

My primary focus is on addressing customer challenges. Embracing a solution-oriented culture, I strive to find the best answers to technical and commercial requirements. By using our expertise and the products available in the market, I work to transform conceptual projects into commercially viable, high-performance and reliable plants.

What do you enjoy most about your work?

My team and my workplace. I collaborate with kind and intelligent people, which inspires me to pursue knowledge and fosters a belief in a workplace where everyone is genuinely committed to their purpose. NEUMAN & ESSER has the structure of a large company while maintaining the welcoming atmosphere of a family-oriented environment.

What has been your greatest achievement?

One of my most memorable moments and a significant professional achievement was participating in the Hydrogen EXPO conference. I had the opportunity to engage with customers and partners while immersing myself in an event dedicated to a subject I am passionate about: decarbonisation through low-carbon hydrogen.

What has changed since your first day?

I felt a mix of insecurity and enthusiasm on my first day. I was eager to see what the experience would be like, and encountered many pleasant surprises. The most valuable aspect of being in an environment that prioritises employee growth is that if you are interested and open to learning from your colleagues, they are always willing to help you excel in your work, just as they do.

What’s next for NEUMAN & ESSER?

We believe hydrogen is an important vector with immense potential in the energy transition and in achieving a carbon-neutral economy. Our focus includes personal development, cutting-edge technology and comprehensive project development. We are dedicated to leading the market and driving advances in industry, research and the creation of new business opportunities. Together, we can shape a sustainable future, and we are at the forefront of a market ripe for innovation in these areas. We are also excited to announce a new factory in Brazil, which is expected to increase our electrolyser manufacturing capacity by up to seven times.

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