Svitzer makes leadership team changes

Global towage provider Svitzer has announced leadership changes in Europe and the Americas that will see Daniel Reedtz Cohen become managing director of Svitzer Americas, succeeding Arjen Van Dijk who, after six years in the role, will now move on to lead Svitzer’s European business.

“Svitzer has seen significant growth in the Americas in recent years, and today, we operate in 13 countries in the region with more than 100 vessels,” said Arjen Van Dijk. “This progress is a testament to our dedicated and experienced colleagues who, day in and day out, provide safe and reliable towage services to our customers.”

Daniel Reedtz Cohen has been with Svitzer for the past 12 years, the last nine years in Brazil.

“It’s a privilege to take up the MD role, and I look forward to partnering with our customers to support their growth in the Americas region,” he said. “Towage plays an essential role in efficient, reliable supply chains, and the region’s growth potential can be improved by optimizing this critical infrastructure in ports and terminals.”

The changes come into effect Jan. 1, 2026. Van Dijk and Reedtz Cohen will both be members of Svitzer’s executive leadership team and report to Svitzer’s CEO, Kasper Friis Nilaus.

In the Americas, Svitzer is currently present in 13 countries and 26 ports, operating more than 100 vessels in South and Central America, the Caribbean and Canada, serving major ports and providing critical support to industries.

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