Mr. Marine appoints Charles Laarhuis as new CEO
Mr. Marine is pleased to announce the appointment of Charles Laarhuis as its new Chief Executive Officer, effective 15 October 2024. Mr. Laarhuis succeeds Karel Peters in leading the global operations of the fast-growing TIC organization.
The Mr. Marine Board mentioned, “We are delighted to welcome Charles to our team. His proven leadership in diverse roles and deep understanding of the industry will be invaluable as we continue to expand our global services”.
With a robust background in the Maritime and Oil & Gas sectors, Charles brings a wealth of experience to Mr. Marine. After several years at sea as a marine engineer, he transitioned to shore-based leadership roles in the TIC (Testing, Inspection, and Certification) and classification fields, overseeing operations across North America, Europe, Africa, and Asia. Most recently, he focused on developing new products and engaging in M&A activities within the TIC sector, successfully expanding into emerging markets.
“On behalf of the board, we also want to extend our heartfelt thanks to Karel Peters for his invaluable contribution to Mr. Marine over the past four and a half years. Under Karel’s leadership, Mr. Marine added two new business lines to the portfolio, expanded its network, and strengthened global operations. His commitment to excellence and care for people have positioned Mr. Marine for continued success and growth.”
The new CEO, Charles Laarhuis shared enthusiastically, “I am excited to join Mr. Marine in its journey towards innovation and growth in the marine sector. My goal is to build on the strong foundation laid by Karel Peters and drive forward our mission of ensuring the safety and compliance of vessels worldwide. I believe in fostering a culture of collaboration and excellence, empowering our team to exceed client expectations and adapt to the evolving needs of the marine industry.”
About Mr. Marine
Mr. Marine is a global market leader in the testing, inspection, and certification of marine elevators, ballast water treatment systems, and marine fixed and portable instruments. Established in 2002, Mr. Marine boasts a global network of strategically located service engineers in over 300 ports worldwide. Its expanding client base includes many of the world’s leading ship-owning and management companies. People are at the heart of the company, working daily towards the same mission: to keep vessels safe and compliant anywhere in the world.