WIND Group is pleased to announce the appointment of Renier van den Bichelaer as its new Chief Operating Officer (COO), effective 1 February 2025. Renier will also join the WIND Group management board.

Last year, COO Robbert van Diepen expressed his intention to wind down his role. To ensure a smooth transition, he will gradually transfer his responsibilities to Renier. Robbert will remain with WIND as Director of Business Operations, overseeing Cable Recovery operations, SHEQ, contact for Cable Crew and internal projects.

WIND Group new Chief Operating Officer (COO) - Renier van den Bichelaer

Renier brings extensive leadership experience from Seaway7, Maersk, and Boskalis in the offshore energy and maritime sectors, with a strong background in project-based organisations. He will apply his sector expertise and people-oriented leadership to further optimize WIND’s operations, enhance safety and quality, and strengthen overall organizational performance.