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Damen appoints new CEO

By: Tom Russell 23/12/2019 Damen

General Vessels

As of January 1, Arnout Damen will become the new Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Damen Shipyards Group. At the same time, the shipbuilding company is switching to a divisional structure.

Over the past nine years Arnout has been a member of the group’s Executive Board, responsible for operations and commercial affairs. He takes over from René Berkvens, who has been the CEO of Damen Shipyards Group for more than thirteen years.

"We are extremely indebted to René for his commitment as our company's top executive," said Kommer Damen. Kommer added: “Under his leadership, Damen has grown into a globally operating, leading player. We are therefore pleased that he continues to use his knowledge, network and experience for the company in preparation for his accession to the Supervisory Board."

In his new position as CEO, Arnout's first priority is the further implementation of the divisional structure in an effort serve the market more effectively and efficiently.

“Preparations for this have been going on for several months. We will be officially switching from 1 January," explains Arnout. “Damen is known as an innovative and dynamic company that works very closely with its clients. We would like to maintain this. With the growth of recent years, the switch to a divisional structure has become logical to remain close to the various markets and to further expand our leading position in the fields of quality, digitalisation and sustainability.”

In his position as Chief Commercial Officer, Arnout Damen will be succeeded on January 1 by Jan-Wim Dekker.

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