A new chapter in our Green Switch Journey.
Van Iperen International is pleased to announce the appointment of Tim Boeckx as its new Managing Director, effective 8 February 2027.
Tim will take over the role from Erik van den Bergh, founder of Van Iperen International, who will remain involved in the company and become member of the Board for the van Iperen group.
Tim brings more than 13 years of international commercial experience at SQM, including in Specialty Plant Nutrition, where he most recently served as Global Commercial Director Industrial Nitrates. Having worked across European and Asian markets, he brings a broad international perspective and valuable experience in developing businesses and building commercial relationships.
“With Tim, we have found someone who brings international experience and a fresh perspective, while sharing the entrepreneurial spirit that makes Van Iperen International special. We believe in evolution, not revolution, and look forward to continuing our journey together,” says Dirk-Jan Bakker, Managing Director of Van Iperen Group.
Building on strong foundations
Sixteen years ago, Erik founded Van Iperen International together with the Bakker family, with the ambition to build an international company that would remain entrepreneurial, close to its customers and true to its people. Today, Van Iperen International works with distributors and partners in more than 130 countries, driven by the ambition to change the rules of the game in plant nutrition and make more sustainable solutions accessible to growers worldwide.
“Together with our team and partners, we have built something special over the past sixteen years. I am proud of what we have achieved and look forward to supporting Tim as we continue developing Van Iperen International,” says Erik van den Bergh.
Continuing our Green Switch Journey
With Tim’s appointment, Van Iperen International opens a new chapter while staying true to its ambitions and the close relationships that have shaped the company. The focus remains on developing innovative Specialty Fertilizers and Biostimulants, strengthening international partnerships and supporting more sustainable agriculture. Together with Dirk-Jan, Erik will support Tim during the transition, ensuring continuity for the team and international partners.
“What attracts me to Van Iperen International is its entrepreneurial spirit, its people and its strong international ambition. I look forward to working closely with the team and our partners, building on the strong foundations already in place and continuing the Green Switch Journey together,” says Tim Boeckx.
