Klaas Kerssemakers

Klaas Kerssemakers has extensive experience in the maritime industry, currently serving as a Member of the Supervisory Board at STC Group since May 2022 and as Chief Operating Officer at Anthony Veder since September 2008. In the role of Chief Operating Officer, Klaas oversees commercial management, ship management, LNG business development, and the company's commercial operations. Klaas possesses expertise in talent development, commercial and fleet strategy, operational excellence, digitalization, and negotiations related to time charters and new building contracts. Prior experience includes roles at ExxonMobil as a Turn Around Coordinator, Business Analyst, and Process Engineer. Academic qualifications include an Advanced High Performance Leadership degree from IMD and a Master of Science in Civil Engineering from Delft University of Technology.