MCLEAN, VA (February 12, 2025) – The Compressed Gas Association, Inc. (CGA) announces that Rich Craig, Vice President of Technical & Regulatory Affairs, will retire on June 30, 2025, after more than five decades of dedicated service to the compressed gas industry.

Since joining CGA in 2011, Rich has played a pivotal role in advancing safety and technical standards for the industry. His extensive knowledge and leadership have been instrumental in guiding CGA’s regulatory and safety initiatives, ensuring that the Association remains a global leader in compressed gas safety. Over the years, Rich has worked closely with industry stakeholders, regulatory agencies, and international partners to develop and implement standards that protect workers, consumers, and the environment. Prior to his time at CGA, Rich worked for Linde Division Union Carbide/ Praxair for 36 years.

“Rich’s contributions to CGA and the broader industry cannot be overstated,” said Rich Gottwald, CGA President & CEO. “His expertise, dedication, and collaborative spirit have helped shape the safety and regulatory framework that underpins our industry today. We are immensely grateful for his service and wish him the very best in retirement.”

As CGA prepares for this transition, the Association has begun the search for a qualified candidate to fill a Director of Technical & Regulatory Affairs position. Interested applicants can find more information and apply at https://cganet.com/jobs/.

Please join us in celebrating Rich’s remarkable career and contributions to the industry.

For media inquiries, please contact:

Paul Pflieger

Director, Marketing, Communications, & Events

Compressed Gas Association, Inc.

ppflieger@cganet.com

202-494-2220