Martijn de Lange Appointed Chief Operating Officer at Hermes

Hermes, the consumer delivery specialist, has promoted Martijn de Lange to the position of Chief Operating Officer (COO). Martijn had previously held the role of Operations Director since joining the company in March 2013.

The appointment recognises the increased size, breadth and complexity of the operations leadership role at Hermes, which has grown in excess of 15% each year for the last five years and now delivers more than 240 million parcels per annum.

Martijn has more than 13 years’ experience in the logistics industry, previously working for TNT Post in both The Netherlands and the UK.

Carole Woodhead, CEO, Hermes, said: “Martijn has taken the operation on a revolutionary journey since he joined Hermes just over two years ago, using his passion and energy to drive positive change and results, and challenging the culture of our organisation. This is a well earned opportunity for Martijn and recognises the outstanding impact and influence that he has personally had in driving the business forward, particularly with substantial cost, service offer and quality improvements.”

Martijn commented: “I look forward to continuing with my current duties along with having a broader responsibility for existing product development, as well as implementing further substantial service and cost improvements. This is a very exciting time for Hermes and the whole business is working hard to cement its position as the market leader.”