René van Boxtel new CEO of Tecair B.V

Dacke Industri is pleased to announce that Mr. René van Boxtel has been appointed as the new CEO of Tecair B.V, effective February 1st, 2025. René brings a wealth of experience in international sales and regional leadership, making him an excellent choice to lead Tecair B.V, into its next phase of growth and innovation.

In recent years, René has been with Trespa International B.V. He held P&L accountability for the company's operations in the Netherlands, United Kingdom, Ireland, Belgium, and Luxembourg. His strategic leadership and focus on market expansion have significantly contributed to Trespa's success in these regions. Before his role at Trespa International B.V, René served in other companies as a Country Manager and Business Development Manager, roles in which he demonstrated an exceptional ability to drive business growth and build robust customer relationships.

Dacke Industri wishes to express its deepest gratitude to Marco Markus, co-owner and CEO, for his outstanding contributions and long-standing commitment to building Tecair B.V. After many successful years in leadership, Marco will continue to contribute to Tecair as a senior advisor until the end of 2025. He will also maintain his significant role as a board member and co-owner of the company.

Effective at the end of the year, Mika Virtanen, President of Air Technology & Electromechanics of Dacke Industri, will hand over the role of Chairman of Tecair B.V, to Satu Rautavalta, VP of Business Area Air Technology of Dacke Industri, starting January 1st, 2025.

"I am thrilled to join Tecair as CEO and to work alongside such a dedicated team and our esteemed customers. I am eager to lead our efforts to meet and surpass the expectations of our customers, partners, and stakeholders," says René van Boxtel, CEO of Tecair B.V.

"I am immensely proud of what we have accomplished during Tecair's years with our owner, Dacke Industri, our dedicated employees, partners, and valued customers. René's dedication and vision will propel Tecair to new heights, and we are excited to see how his insights will continue to shape our future in his new role as CEO of Tecair," says Marco Markus, Co-owner and Board member of Tecair B.V.

"We are confident that René, as the new CEO of Tecair B.V, is poised for an exciting future, continuing to deliver outstanding value to our customers and stakeholders worldwide," says Satu Rautavalta, VP of Business Area Air Technology of Dacke Industri.

"We are happy to welcome René as our new CEO for Tecair B.V. His entrepreneurial skills, coupled with his ability to make informed decisions by blending analytical insights with attentive listening to the team, ensures the development and growth of the business to create greater customer value and makes him an excellent fit for Tecair,” says Mika Virtanen, President Air Technology & Electromechanics of Dacke Industri.

About Tecair B.V.

Tecair has been developing and manufacturing pneumatic components and systems for over 25 years. Thanks to its specialized knowledge, Tecair serves companies in various industries, including the food, chemical, and railway industries, supplying companies worldwide. Tecair is fully equipped to design (in 3D), manufacture, and test pneumatic systems and components. With a flexible and customer-oriented approach, the company supplies tailor-made pneumatic solutions. The company provides an impressive range of standard products and specials developed for specific applications. They can also install and maintain pneumatic equipment supplied for a complete package. Tecair B.V. is headquartered in Drachten, the Netherlands, and has about 15 employees. Its annual turnover is about EUR 4 million. Home - Tecair

This is Dacke Industri

Dacke Industri is a long-term owner that invests in innovative technology companies within selected niches with potential for development. We provide expertise and strategic guidance to build sustainable companies over time. We follow a decentralized model where our companies have a high degree of autonomy and are run independently. 

Our companies have their own products or systems with a strong technical focus, development- and design expertise, and quality execution. The companies use existing platforms for innovation and work towards environmentally sustainable products and production.

Dacke Industri is owned by Nordstjernan since January 2016. 

Today Dacke Industri has 26 subsidiaries within 4 divisions, about 1700 employees worldwide, and net sales of SEK 4,5 billion. Dacke Industri | With long term ownership in focus                                                                                                                                        

For more information please contact: 

Mika Virtanen                                                          
President Air Technology and Electromechanics                                        
Dacke Industri                                                                                                       
+ 358 40 83 27 583 mika.virtanen@dackeindustri.com

Satu Rautavalta                                                       
VP Air Technology                                  
Dacke Industri                                                                                                       
+ 358 40 740 6020 satu.rautavalta@dackeindustri.com

Marco Markus
Co-owner and Board member                                     
Tecair B.V.
+31 512 51 00 80 marco.markus@tecair.com

Camilla Quist                                                          
Communication and Administration Manager                                     
Dacke Industri                                                                                                       
+46 70 590 03 70 camilla.quist@dackeindustri.com