Peterson, global leader in supply chain, logistics, and technology solutions, has announced strategic appointments within its leadership team to drive its position as the partner of choice across the evolving energy landscape.
Stuart Florance joins the board as Managing Director for the UK. Stuart, whose international career spans operational delivery, technical and project management, and senior corporate leadership, is responsible for operations, business development, strategic planning, resource requirements, and infrastructure needs across eight operational sites in the UK.
Steef Ritzema, formerly Managing Director for the Netherlands and Middle East, has taken on the newly created Chief Operating Officer position with Mark Hol, formerly Commercial Director in the Netherlands, becoming the new Managing Director in the Netherlands.
Sarah Moore, Chief Executive Officer at Peterson, said: “This is a pivotal time for our industry as we deliver upon how the supply chain, through service offerings such as logistics and technology, can be strategic levers for success across the energy spectrum.
“Stuart is a welcome addition to our leadership team, bringing welcome perspectives and experiences which will provide strong, connected leadership throughout our UK operations and development.
“The promotions of Steef and Mark further enhance our board as we drive collaboration across our international operations. Both have demonstrated strong leadership within the business and these roles are critical as we continue to deliver market-leading, trusted, and innovative services while we navigate growth opportunities.”
Steef will oversee the delivery of Peterson’s services globally, working closely with regional Managing Directors, leadership colleagues, and consultancy and technology teams. He will be responsible for overseeing the quality, innovation, and collaboration which make Peterson the trusted and expert supply chain solutions partner for customers.
Mark Hol, Stuart Florance and Steef Ritzema
Steef Ritzema, Chief Operating Officer at Peterson, added: “These changes to our leadership team allow us to strengthen how we deliver our strategy to be the partner of choice for the energy transition and beyond – bringing experience and innovation to all we do with a customer-first mindset. I am delighted to be taking on the Chief Operating Officer role to ensure meaningful connection between our global business approaches. Mark has had a huge impact to date in terms of our success in the Netherlands and is well-suited to lead our next chapter and I am looking forward to working closely with Stuart as we focus on growing our UK business.”
Peterson is responsible for providing fully integrated lead logistics partner, technology, and consultancy services for customers spanning oil and gas, offshore wind, onshore wind, and nuclear sectors in the North and East Irish Seas, as well as globally in regions including the Middle East and Asia Pacific.
Spanning the full logistics value chain; from port and materials management through transport, aviation, procurement, customs, chemicals management, and agency services, Peterson delivers an integrated, end-to-end logistics model. This one-stop-shop approach enables closer collaboration, greater operational control, and improved decision-making for its customers, underpinned by Peterson’s digital platform Lighthouse.
Stuart Florance, managing director UK at Peterson, said: “Peterson is well-regarded and well-respected in the industry. The company is in an enviable position being ahead of the curve in terms of innovation, diversification, and collaboration.
“I am looking forward to getting to know each facet of the business and leading how we deliver for our customers, continuing to prioritise operational excellence, relationships, safety, and tangible opportunities to work smarter.”
Mark Hol, managing director Netherlands at Peterson, added: “There is huge opportunity in the Netherlands offshore energy sector, and our team has demonstrated that we are well-placed, with the right people, mindset, skills, and experiences, to be the strategic partner to play a key role in those opportunities for the decades to come.”
Peterson is part of the Royal Peterson and Control Union group, a Dutch family-owned company which operates globally with a presence in 80 countries and 6500 employees working across logistics, certifications, testing, and inspections.