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Heineken General Manager Maarten Schuurman dies at 57

Maarten Schuurman, the General Director of Heineken Netherlands, has died at the age of 57 following a brain hemorrhage. Having joined the company in 1996, he held various international roles before stepping into his final leadership position in 2023.

Maarten Schuurman, the General Director of Heineken Netherlands, has passed away at the age of 57 following a brain hemorrhage. Heineken confirmed that Schuurman, who had been with the company since 1996 and served as its general director since 2023, died last Friday. The company paid tribute to his commitment, warmth, and significant contributions to the organization and its employees, expressing deep condolences to his surviving family and loved ones.

Throughout his lengthy career at Heineken, Schuurman held various international positions, having worked in regions including Suriname, Africa, and Ireland after starting his tenure as a management trainee. Known for his professional dedication and belief in the social value of the company's work, Schuurman was a well-regarded leader within the firm. Colleagues have noted his energy and genuine attention to others, and the company has requested that the privacy of his family be respected during this difficult period.

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