Oudenaarde, Belgium – 16/12/2025 – EOC Group announces a leadership transition: Youri Deblanc, Finance Director at EOC Group since 2018 and Interim CEO since June 2025, is appointed as CEO for the European entities with immediate effect.
Gerard Marsman is stepping down as CEO and will fully focus on his responsibility as Executive Chairman of the Board, with an emphasis on long-term strategy. He will remain closely connected with our teams in Europe and Asia. The Board expresses its full confidence in Youri’s leadership and strategic vision to guide EOC into the next phase of growth and innovation.
“After many years leading EOC, I am proud of what we have achieved together.”, said Gerard Marsman. “I am confident that under Youri Deblanc’s leadership, EOC will continue to grow and innovate while staying true to our values. I look forward to supporting the long-term strategy as Executive Chairman and owner of the company.”
Youri Deblanc: “I am honoured to take on this responsibility and would like to thank Gerard Marsman for his leadership and continuity. In 2026, we will emphasize customer focus, commitment, respect, and entrepreneurship: staying close to our customers, making clear agreements, collaborating respectfully and maintaining an entrepreneurial mindset that turns plans into pragmatic results.”
With this appointment, EOC Group confirms its course for 2026. These four values will guide our collaboration with customers and partners and steer the further implementation of our strategy and operational excellence.