Nutreco taps former Cargill, Evonik executive Noel Kim to head Asia operations

SINGAPORE- Dutch animal nutrition firm Nutreco, the parent company of aquaculture feed giant Skretting, has announced the appointment of Noel Kim as the Managing Director for Nutreco Asia. 

This strategic move is set to reinforce Nutreco’s presence and drive growth in the dynamic Asian market.

Noel Kim, an industry veteran with extensive experience, is scheduled to assume his new role in January 2024. Prior to joining Nutreco, Kim served as the leader of the Animal Nutrition Asia Pacific business line at Evonik. 

With a robust background in the sector, he brings with him a wealth of knowledge gained during his 15-year tenure at Cargill, where he held key roles both in the United States and Asia.

Noel also boasts a degree in Biochemistry from the University of California at Berkeley and an MBA from the University of Virginia.

In his new capacity, Kim will play a pivotal role in steering Nutreco’s operations in Asia. His responsibilities will encompass overseeing the animal nutrition business of Trouw Nutrition, as well as managing the aquaculture business of Skretting, a major player in aquafeed production.

This strategic appointment is poised to strengthen Nutreco’s position in the Asian market, capitalizing on Kim’s expertise to navigate the challenges and opportunities in the region. The move reflects Nutreco’s commitment to driving innovation and sustainability in animal nutrition and aquaculture.

“I’m delighted that Noel is joining the Nutreco team at the helm of this important business unit,” says Therese Log Bergjord, the CEO of Skretting. “Noel brings a wealth of strategic business management and leadership experience to the team, as well as in-depth knowledge of the Asia region.” 

The aquaculture industry, in particular, is experiencing increased scrutiny and challenges, including the need for sustainable and efficient practices, and Kim’s leadership is expected to bring fresh insights and strategies to address these issues, ensuring Nutreco continues to be at the forefront of developments in animal nutrition and aquaculture in the dynamic Asian market.

“I am thrilled to be joining Nutreco at a time when the animal nutrition and aquaculture industries are experiencing exciting transformations marked by fresh innovations and advancements,” remarked Noel Kim.

As the industry evolves, Nutreco looks to leverage Kim’s leadership to further advance its mission of providing high-quality and sustainable solutions to meet the growing demand for animal nutrition in Asia. 

The company anticipates that this appointment will contribute to the continued success and expansion of Nutreco’s operations in the region. 

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