Maersk has announced the appointment of Thomas Theeuwes as its new Managing Director for India, Bangladesh & Sri Lanka, effective January 1, 2026. He succeeds Christopher Cook, who will transition to lead Maersk’s operations in the United Kingdom and Ireland.
Thomas Theeuwes brings close to two decades of global logistics and leadership experience to his new role. He most recently served as Managing Director for the West Africa Area, a role he assumed in 2024. Since joining Maersk in Belgium in 2007, he has held a variety of senior commercial and operational leadership positions across Europe, China, and Africa, consistently contributing to customer-centric growth and operational excellence.
Richard Morgan, Managing Director for the Indian Subcontinent, Middle East, and Africa, welcomed the new appointment, stating:
“It is with great pleasure that I welcome Thomas to his new role in one of our most important markets. His global experience and leadership capability will support our continued growth in this region.”
Morgan also acknowledged Christopher Cook’s impact on the region, noting:
“Christopher has been pivotal in operationalising our long-term strategy and driving exceptional growth across India, Bangladesh, and Sri Lanka. His leadership has positioned us strongly for the next phase of development, and we look forward to his continued success in his new role.”
During his tenure in West Africa, Theeuwes built a strong area leadership team and delivered consistently robust business results. His efforts helped align Maersk’s customer solutions with the region’s evolving economic landscape.
Sharing his excitement about the new mandate, Thomas Theeuwes said:
“The India, Sri Lanka, and Bangladesh markets offer tremendous growth potential. I am excited to work closely with our talented team here to strengthen Maersk’s position as a trusted logistics partner while driving solutions that create value for our customers and stakeholders.”
