Pieter Spanjers takes up role as Managing Director of COROOS
PRESS RELEASE
Kapelle, 12 November 2026
Pieter Spanjers Takes Up Role as Managing Director of COROOS
Pieter Spanjers took up his role as Managing Director of COROOS on 11 November 2026. Drawing on his extensive experience in the international food industry, he will lead the further development of the Dutch family-owned company, which produces nearly one billion servings of vegetables, fruit and pulses annually at its facilities in Kapelle and Geldermalsen.
Spanjers previously served as CEO of SVZ and Unicorn Grain Specialties, where he oversaw international growth, innovation and strategic development. In these roles, he led international organisations and gained extensive experience in strategic growth, innovation and commercial development within the food industry.
Spanjers is particularly attracted by COROOS' combination of a strong position in the traditional processing of vegetables, fruit and pulses and its development of innovative plant-based food solutions. He sees significant growth opportunities for COROOS in the transition towards more sustainable food systems and alternative proteins. He places great importance on entrepreneurship, positive energy and achieving results together.
Pieter Spanjers:
"COROOS has everything it takes to play an important role in the future of food: strong market positions, committed employees, reliable partners and advanced technology. Global demand for healthy, plant-based and affordable food solutions is growing rapidly. Together with our employees, customers and supply chain partners, I want to build on COROOS' strong foundations and work towards sustainable growth, innovation and food that remains accessible to people of all ages."
Ruud Oostrom, interim CEO of COROOS, welcomes Pieter:
"With Pieter, we are welcoming an experienced leader who knows our industry extremely well and recognises the opportunities ahead for COROOS. His entrepreneurial spirit, positive energy and belief in achieving results together are a great fit for our family-owned company. We have a strong foundation and plenty of opportunities to develop further. I am confident that Pieter, together with our employees, will make an important contribution to this journey."
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portrait picture Pieter Spanjers
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