NEWS FEED & ADDITIVE MAGAZINE May 2024 95 Perstorp Group, a wholly-owned subsidiary of PETRONAS Chemicals Group Berhad (PCG), announced a change of leadership within its animal nutrition business effective June 1st. Executive Vice President Aart Mateboer has announced his retirement after May 31st. The company is determined to conduct a seamless leadership transition and continuously deliver on its ambitious growth plan. “Animal nutrition remains integral to Perstorp’s and PCG’s strategic future and has recently developed an ambitious strategic plan, outlining the roadmap for expanding its business long-term, primarily based on product development and differentiation. Focus has been and will continuously be on delivering on this plan,” says Ib Jensen, President and CEO of Perstorp Group. “Aart Mateboer has been leading the Perstorp Animal Nutrition team with dedication and has built his team based on confidence and empowerment. When he retires on May 31st, it marks the conclusion of an intense and successful chapter in his career. His decision to retire fully reflects personal aspirations and goals, and I would like to extend my warm gratitude for his invaluable contributions,” Jensen continues. “The change of Leadership will also mark a new chapter in Perstorp Animal Nutrition’s journey towards sustained growth and excellence. The search for Aart’s successor has commenced and will be announced in due time,” Ib Jensen concludes. Read more>> Dr. Eckel Animal Nutrition added a new name to its board of management. Dr. Viktor Eckel joined founder Dr. Antje Eckel on the management board as Managing Director with the main responsibility for products and innovation. According to Dr. Eckel, this strategic decision marks a significant step towards securing the company’s future. For 30 years, the family company has been all about innovative feed additives for sustainable animal nutrition. With a second generation at the management table, the company is now in a great position to meet the current challenges of a growing international market, according to CEO Antje Eckel. Viktor Eckel is setting out his priorities clearly: sustainability, resilience and resource efficiency. And he emphasizes, “When it was founded 30 years ago, Dr. Eckel was among the first companies backing plant-based alternatives. We recognised at an early stage how important they are for promoting animal health and well-being and pursued a more sustainable approach from the outset. This commitment remains at the core of our philosophy today.” Viktor Eckel, who believes that this is the key for feed manufacturers and producers in Germany and worldwide to achieve high-resistance, resource-efficient and profitable production, adds: “Offering our customers the best solutions and services for this now and in the future is an amazing, exciting role that I and the rest of the team are very much looking forward to.” Read more>> Viktor Eckel joins management board of Dr. Eckel Viktor Eckel Aart Mateboer Perstorp Animal Nutrition prepares for leadership change
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