The Kingfish Company N.V. has selected Karl Buiks as Chief Executive Officer (CEO), effective January 1, 2026. The company will propose the appointment of Buiks as CEO at an Extraordinary General Meeting of Shareholders.
The Kingfish Company N.V., one of the leaders in sustainable land-based production of yellowtail kingfish, has selected Karl Buiks as Chief Executive Officer, effective January 1, 2026. The company will propose the appointment of Buiks as Chief Executive Officer at an Extraordinary General Meeting of Shareholders (EGM) to be held soon.
Buiks brings more than 25 years of international leadership experience across the food, beverage, and nutrition sectors, with senior roles at PepsiCo, FrieslandCampina, and Kerry Group. His background includes full P&L ownership, with a consistent track record of delivering revenue growth, margin improvement, and operational transformation.
“Karl brings the strategic discipline, operational rigor, and brand-building expertise required to drive The Kingfish Company’s next phase of performance and growth,” said Jeroen Scheelbeek, Chair of the Supervisory Board for The Kingfish Company.
“I am honored to join The Kingfish Company at such a pivotal moment,” Buiks commented. “The company has strong fundamentals, a differentiated market position, and significant untapped potential. My focus will be on sharpening our strategy and driving disciplined growth that strengthens value for our shareholders, partners, and customers.”
“The company has successfully created a technology and business model that leads to a brighter future for our oceans and food systems at large” Buiks added. “I look forward to being a part of it.”
The Kingfish Company’s current Chief Executive Officer Vincent Erenst, who plans to retire at the end of the year, will continue to support the team and work closely with his successor to ensure a smooth transition, starting from December 1, 2025.
“The Supervisory Board wish to express its appreciation to Vincent for his outstanding leadership, which was central to delivering the Phase 2 expansion and driving substantial revenue growth,” noted Scheelbeek. “These achievements have left Kingfish in a strong position for the future.”
