Aquaporin Appoints New Chief Executive Officer
Company Announcement
Aquaporin A/S
Nymøllevej 78
DK-2800 Kongens Lyngby
aquaporin.com
Company registration no.: DK28315694
The Board of Directors of Aquaporin A/S is pleased to announce the appointment of Ulrik Lund Jakobsen as the new Chief Executive Officer. This appointment comes after a detailed search process following Matt Boczkowski's decision to step down from his role to move to North America with his family.
Ulrik Lund Jakobsen brings over 20 years of leadership experience from the technology and process engineering sectors. Previously, he served as the Chief Executive Officer of GEA Powder & Thermal Separation Technologies, a unit within GEA Group. His profound expertise will be crucial as Aquaporin embarks on its next phase of growth and development.
Niels Heering, Chair of the Board of Directors, expressed enthusiasm regarding Ulrik’s leadership, stating, "Ulrik's extensive experience in international technology businesses brings the strategic insights we need to guide Aquaporin into a new era of growth and profitability. We are grateful to Matt Boczkowski for his significant contributions and wish him well in his future endeavors."
Ulrik Lund Jakobsen expressed his excitement about joining Aquaporin, noting the significant market opportunities ahead. He remarked, "I am honored to join Aquaporin at this critical stage. The Company is well-positioned to expand its sales and reach. I look forward to collaborating with the talented team and Board to fully realize our potential."
Ulrik will begin his role immediately, officially taking over as Chief Executive Officer. To ensure a seamless transition, Matt Boczkowski will remain with Aquaporin until the end of July, assisting Ulrik during this time.
About Aquaporin
Aquaporin is a leader in innovative water technology, grounded in a commitment to address global water challenges through biotechnology. With operations not just based in Denmark, but also in several other countries, the company harnesses the power of biology, chemistry, and physics. The Aquaporin Inside technology, inspired by nature, underpins all their membrane solutions. This unique technology, based on Nobel Prize-winning research, finds applications in cleaning and reusing water across industries, enhancing household drinking water quality, and even in space with NASA.
The Company collaborates with clients worldwide, focusing on responsible treatment of industrial wastewater and improving access to quality drinking water, all while respecting environmental standards.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is the new CEO of Aquaporin?
The new CEO of Aquaporin is Ulrik Lund Jakobsen, who brings over 20 years of leadership experience.
What is the main focus of Aquaporin?
Aquaporin focuses on innovative water filtration technologies using biotechnology to tackle global water challenges.
Where is Aquaporin headquartered?
Aquaporin is headquartered in Kongens Lyngby, Denmark.
What technology does Aquaporin utilize?
Aquaporin utilizes the Aquaporin Inside technology, inspired by nature, for their membrane solutions.
What are the future goals for Aquaporin?
Aquaporin aims to accelerate sales, expand its customer base, and diversify revenue streams under the new CEO's direction.
