AMSTERDAM — Sustainable ingredient supplier Corbion announced Oct. 3 it has appointed Coen Esser as the global business director of animal nutrition and health for the company’s Health & Nutrition division. In his role, Esser will collaborate with current customers and create new relationships to advance sustainability and deliver innovation through Corbion Health & Nutrition’s portfolio of algae-based ingredients.

Esser brings more than 15 years of experience in building, scaling, and driving change for businesses on a global level. Most recently, he served as managing director and co-owner of Control Union Vessel Performance Centre, offering compliance and performance solutions for shipowners, charterers and fleet managers while advancing sustainability and keeping oceans healthy.

Prior to that, Esser held various roles in leadership, sales, marketing and business development at Royal Peterson and Control Union and DSM, working to grow profits and develop strategic opportunities.

“We are excited to have Coen on board as we continue to grow and invest in our algae business in the animal nutrition sector,” said Tim Rutten, vice president of Nutrition & Pharma at Corbion. “With an impressive track record and a passion for making a positive impact, we look forward to Coen’s contributions to the team and the future of algae-based ingredients.”

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