From 1 August 2026, Karen de Lathouder will become chief operating officer for Chane and lead the company’s operations across the European network, driving improvement and collaboration across Chane’s terminals and offices.
De Lathouder bring experience from the energy, infrastructure and mobility sectors, having most recently served as COO for Eneco. She currently sits on the supervisory board of NS Groep.
Dr Fabian Ziegler, CEO of Chane, comments: ‘What stood out to me was Karen’s approach to leadership. She combines strong operational experience with a genuine focus on people. I'm confident she'll quickly connect with our teams and make a valuable contribution to Chane.’
Karen De Lathouder, incoming COO for Chane, says: ‘I’m excited to join Chane at a time when the company continues to evolve. What attracted me to Chane is the critical role it plays in its customers’ supply chains and the energy of the people I’ve met. I see a tremendous opportunity to work with colleagues across the business to build on the company’s strong foundations and unlock new opportunities for Chane and its customers.’
