BlueRock TMS appoints Rico van Leuken as CEO to drive global expansion

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BlueRock TMS appoints Rico van Leuken as CEO to drive global expansion

BlueRock TMS appoints Rico van Leuken as CEO to drive global expansion

May. 20th, 2025

’s-Hertogenbosch, Netherlands - May 20, 2025, BlueRock TMS, a leading global provider of transportation management software, announces the appointment of Rico van Leuken as its new Chief Executive Officer (CEO). He succeeds Wouter Lammerse, who will continue to support the company as a member of the Board of Directors.

This marks the completion of the strengthened management team, following the recent appointment of Gerhard van der Zwan as CFO. Together with the broader team, van Leuken will lead the company’s global growth acceleration and reinforce its position as a leader in transportation management technology.

Van Leuken brings over 20 years of leadership experience at the intersection of supply chain innovation and technology. Most recently, he held senior roles at A.P. Moller – Maersk as Global Head of Lead Logistics and Cold Chain Logistics. He was previously at Avantida as CEO, where he drove the development of innovative logistics platforms, and held senior leadership positions at e2open, including Vice President of Solution Consulting and Strategy. This further deepened his experience in competitive, fast-paced logistics technology environments. His experience in driving growth, digital transformation, and operational excellence makes him the right fit to lead BlueRock TMS into its next growth phase.

BlueRock TMS has built a strong reputation for simplifying complex transportation management processes and improving operational efficiency through its cloud-based solutions and analytics. As the demand for smarter, more integrated transportation management solutions continue to rise, the company is well-positioned to capitalize on these trends, supported by Fortino Capital.

 

I am honored to join BlueRock TMS and work with the talented team to continue building on the company’s impressive success,” said Rico van Leuken, CEO BlueRock. “With the increasing demand for integrated and flexible logistics solutions, I see tremendous opportunities to scale our technology, disrupt the market, and support empower logistics transportation teams globally. We will accelerate product innovation, speed up implementation, and enhance customer experience in our core markets, ensuring we stay ahead of industry needs.”

Rico Van Leuken, CEO BlueRock

“Rico’s vision and deep industry expertise make him the ideal leader to guide BlueRock TMS through its next chapter of innovation and growth,” said Eric Dietz, Chairman of the Board. “We are confident in his ability to strengthen our market position and further expand our impact in the transportation management technology space.”

With Van Leuken at the helm, customers can expect a renewed focus on delivering value with greater speed and precision. BlueRock TMS will prioritise a sharper product roadmap, faster implementation cycles, and more responsive support. Van Leuken’s proven track record in scaling logistics technology ensures that innovation will remain grounded in solving real-world operational challenges.

 

About BlueRock TMS

Founded in 2013, BlueRock TMS is a European technology company specializing in cloud-based transportation management systems that simplify complex logistics processes, improve operational efficiency, and deliver visibility and control across the supply chain. With a strong focus on customer success and product innovation, BlueRock TMS supports organizations of all sizes in navigating today’s dynamic transportation landscape.

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