From our CEO

Dear stakeholders,

As I present the Integrated Report for 2024, I look back with great pride on our evolution from a modest trading company to a global leader in the food industry, and one that remains grounded in our core values and mission.

This year marks a significant moment, not only because of my decision to pass on the leadership baton after 47 extraordinary years, but also due to Interfood’s ongoing commitment to sustaining operational excellence in every aspect of our business.

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Performance

Throughout 2024, Interfood has remained at the forefront of innovation, making significant strides to advance and enhance our operations. We have achieved several milestones in environmental sustainability, notably focusing on the on-farm reduction of greenhouse gas emissions. Additionally, we have obtained global GFSI certification for our commitment to food safety and supply chain integrity.

We are delighted to have launched various internal academies across the globe, illustrating our commitment to workforce excellence and continuous learning, and we have also made significant improvements to our IT infrastructure to better support our operations and future growth.

These achievements reflect our ongoing dedication to being a sustainable, responsible and innovative company in the food industry, and help ensure that we will continue to deliver value not only to our partners but also to our people and the environment.

A bright future ahead

I am pleased to announce that Andries de Groen will succeed me as the new CEO of Interfood as of 1 August, 2025.

In anticipation of my transition from CEO we are improving our governance structure to better align with our long-term strategic goals. This entails moving towards a more streamlined governance model that includes the formation of a Supervisory Board, which will play a crucial role in guiding Interfood’s future and continued excellence. Though I am retiring from my role as CEO, I will remain involved as a member of this newly established Board. As I prepare to hand over the reins, my final months will be spent ensuring a smooth transition and saying my heartfelt goodbyes.

I am confident that Andries de Groen will continue to drive Interfood towards our 2028 ‘North Star’ goals. Our foundation is strong, and our direction is clear: we remain committed to being a partner-of-choice, a risk management authority and a leader in sustainability.

In closing

Reflecting on the past decades, I am grateful for the privilege of leading Interfood. Our collective efforts have propelled us to new heights this year, and I am immensely proud of what we have accomplished. Thank you to every member of the Interfood family for your dedication and for being an integral part of our journey. Together for better.

Frank van Stipdonk, CEO