Jan Kleijn to leave Mammoet after 30 years

After three decades at Mammoet Jan Kleijn, chief operating officer, will leave the company on 1 February 2027.

For the last 15 years Kleijn held leadership roles, as CEO and then, in 2017, he moved to the COO position.

Jan Kleijn leaves Mammoet on 1 February 2027. Photo: Mammoet

The world’s largest company specializing in heavy lifting and transport described Kleijn’s career as “a remarkable example of what is possible at Mammoet.” He started out in operations and logistics and was later COO

“What has always stood out is Jan’s commitment to people. He has consistently invested in developing talent, strengthening working cultures, and creating opportunities for others to grow,” Mammoet said.

Passing the baton

Jan Kleijn when he was Mammoet CEO

Kleijn is now passing on the responsibility to the next generation.

“Jan has always believed that executive decisions must be made with the long term in mind – a principle central to Mammoet’s success,” said Joost Goderie, Mammoet CEO.

“True to that belief, he is confident the time is right to pass the baton to the next generation of leadership, and that Mammoet is well-positioned for what lies ahead. Every day, our people deliver extraordinary solutions that support critical energy, infrastructure, industrial and offshore projects around the world.

“As we continue to serve our customers and expand into new industries, we do so on the strong foundation that leaders like Jan have helped to build,” Goderie continued.

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