Wouter-Jan Van Der Wurff Appointed as the Leader of Yanmar Marine International

Osaka, Japan (October 1, 2024) -YANMAR Marine International B.V., a subsidiary of Yanmar Holdings, is pleased to announce the appointment of Wouter-Jan van Der Wurff as Chief Executive Officer. Prior to joining YANMAR Marine International, Van der Wurff served as the CEO of Cable Connectivity Group, headquartered in The Netherlands. During his tenure, Van der Wurff played a pivotal role in guiding the company through significant growth and transition, including its integration into Infinite Electronics Inc. in early 2023.

Wouter-Jan van der Wurff commented on his appointment: "I am thrilled to be joining YANMAR Marine International and leading a team dedicated to innovation and shaping the future of the marine industry. YANMAR Marine International is a group with a rich marine legacy that spans brands across propulsion solutions, accessories and associated equipment, with a pioneering focus on sustainability.”

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About Yanmar

With beginnings in Osaka, Japan, in 1912, Yanmar was the first ever to succeed in making a compact diesel engine of a practical size in 1933. A pioneer in diesel engine technology, Yanmar is a global innovator in a wide range of industrial equipment, from small and large engines, agricultural machinery and facilities, construction equipment, energy systems, marine, to machine tools, and components — Yanmar’s global business operations span seven domains. On land, at sea, and in the city, Yanmar provides advanced solutions to the challenges customers face, towards realizing A Sustainable Future. For more details, please visit the official website of Yanmar Holdings Co., Ltd.

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