Chane announces the appointment of Fabian Ziegler as its new Chief Executive Officer, effective 22 September 2025. This leadership transition follows the decision of current CEO John Kraakman to step down after more than two decades of dedicated service.
Fabian Ziegler brings a wealth of international experience and a proven track record in the energy sector. After a successful career at Shell, where he held several key international executive roles, Fabian stepped into the role of CEO at DCC Energy. In that position, he successfully contributed to the company’s growth in renewable energy. His strategic insight and leadership style align closely with Chane’s forward-looking ambitions.
I’m honored to join Chane at such a pivotal moment. The company has built a strong and agile foundation, and I look forward to working with the team to deepen our customer focus and accelerate Chane’s strategic ambitions for expansion and forward-thinking solutions.Fabian Ziegler, CEO
This appointment represents a thoughtful step in Chane’s continued evolution. Fabian’s experience and vision position him well to lead the company into its next chapter of progress and transformation. We also extend our heartfelt thanks to John for his outstanding leadership and lasting contributions.Henk Rottinghuis, Chairman of the Supervisory Board