Eindhoven, May 2026 – Ellips Group announces the appointment of Erik Zeegers as its new Chief Executive Officer (CEO), effective June 1, 2026.
Erik Zeegers succeeds Erwin Bakker, current CEO and founder of Ellips Group (Ellips, Elisam and Elifab), who will remain involved in the strategic development of the company.
Erik brings broad international leadership experience from the technology sector. He previously held several leadership roles at Prodrive Technologies, including 14 years in senior management roles and 6 years as part of the Executive Board. During his tenure, Erik contributed to the significant growth and international development of the company.
With a background in logistics engineering, business administration, operations and global commercial leadership, Erik combines technological understanding with a strong commercial and people-focused approach.
Reflecting on the leadership transition, Erwin Bakker commented:
“Over the past 37 years, we have built Ellips Group into an innovative international technology company with strong family values at its core. I am proud of what the teams across the group have achieved together and confident that Erik is the right person to help lead Ellips to the next level.”
Mitchel Bakker added:
“We are excited to welcome Erik to Ellips Group. His international experience, entrepreneurial mindset and people-oriented approach fit well with the ambitions of our family business. We look forward to continuing to build the future of Ellips Group together.”
Commenting on his appointment, Erik Zeegers said:
“From grading the most advanced semiconductors to grading fruits and vegetables.
I am excited to be joining Ellips Group and serve as CEO.
Staying true to the Bakker family values and building further on the most advanced grading technology Erwin Bakker and the entire Ellips-team have developed and deployed over the last 37 years.
Together with the teams throughout the organization, I will work on strengthening the foundation for further international growth while preserving the company’s innovative and family-oriented culture.
Looking forward to continue growing this great company and its partners.”
About Ellips Group
Founded in 1989, Netherlands-based Ellips Group develops and manufactures advanced grading technology and machinery for the global fruit and vegetable industries. In 2026, Ellips Group operated dedicated business units and supported customers worldwide through a strong international partner network. With high-tech AI and software development in the Netherlands, and machine manufacturing through Elisam in Italy and Elifab in Spain, the group combines innovation, automation and industry expertise to deliver advanced sorting and grading solutions worldwide.
