Wageningen, June 1st 2026 – Delphy announces the appointment of Edwin van Lenthe as Managing Director of Delphy Netherlands. His arrival marks a new chapter for Delphy, as Jacco van der Wekken concludes a career spanning more than 34 years with the organization.
With Van Lenthe, Delphy welcomes an experienced strategic leader with an extensive background in the agro and horticultural sector, organisational development, and international digital transformation projects. During his career, he held positions at companies including Rijk Zwaan, Floricultura and Heineken.
Van Lenthe studied Agro Systems Engineering at Wageningen University & Research and is known for his people-oriented leadership style, focused on collaboration, knowledge sharing, and sustainable organisational development.
“The combination of deep expertise, independence and practical sector knowledge strongly resonates with me,” says Edwin van Lenthe. “Delphy has an impressive knowledge base and highly committed specialists who truly make a difference for growers and the sector as a whole.”
Since 2024, Delphy has been part of Royal Peterson Control Union Group B.V. According to Van Lenthe, this partnership creates significant opportunities for further international growth and knowledge exchange.
“The international strength of Royal Peterson Control Union Group B.V., combined with Delphy’s in-depth expertise, creates tremendous potential. At the same time, the foundation always remains the people and knowledge within the organisation.”
During his first months, Van Lenthe intends to focus primarily on listening, connecting, and gaining a deeper understanding of the organisation and its people.
“Strong organisations are built together. I strongly believe in connecting people, processes, and knowledge to achieve progress collectively.”
With the appointment of Edwin van Lenthe, Delphy continues to build on continuity, collaboration and future-focused growth within a rapidly changing agricultural sector.
