Avantium appoints former Shell CTO, Jan van der Eijk to its Supervisory Board

Amsterdam, The Netherlands: 26 February 2010 - Avantium announced the appointment of Jan van der Eijk to its Supervisory Board. Dr. Jan van der Eijk was the first Chief Technology Officer of Royal Dutch Shell and his 30-year career with this company covered a wide range of research, technology and business management positions in the Netherlands, the UK and the USA. He has a profound understanding of the business value of technology differentiation and hands on experience in developing and marketing of new chemicals and refining processes and products. Additionally, he has a strong track record of adding value to chemical companies through active participation in Supervisory Boards.

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