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UK's Renewi top boss Otto de Bont steps down

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Posted on June 6, 2025

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(Reuters) - Waste management firm Renewi on Friday said that Otto de Bont, its chief executive officer, has stepped down. The company did not name a successor as a search is underway. Bont became the

UK's Renewi top boss Otto de Bont steps down

(Reuters) - Waste management firm Renewi on Friday said that Otto de Bont, its chief executive officer, has stepped down.

The company did not name a successor as a search is underway.

Bont became the top boss of the London-headquartered firm in 2019 before which he was a managing director of the company's Commercial Waste Netherlands division.

Renewi in February agreed to the terms of a 700.9 million pound ($949.5 million) offer to be bought out by Australia's Macquarie.

The firm operates mainly in the Netherlands and Belgium, and has smaller operations in Portugal and France.

($1 = 0.7382 pounds)

(Reporting by DhanushVignesh Babu in Bengaluru)

Key Takeaways

  • Otto de Bont steps down as CEO of Renewi.
  • Renewi is undergoing a buyout by Macquarie.
  • Renewi operates mainly in the Netherlands and Belgium.
  • The company is searching for a new CEO.
  • Renewi agreed to a £700.9 million buyout.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who has stepped down as CEO of Renewi?
Otto de Bont has stepped down as the chief executive officer of Renewi.
When did Otto de Bont become CEO of Renewi?
Otto de Bont became the CEO of Renewi in 2019.
What significant acquisition is Renewi involved in?
Renewi has agreed to a 700.9 million pound offer to be acquired by Australia's Macquarie.
In which countries does Renewi operate?
Renewi primarily operates in the Netherlands and Belgium, with smaller operations in Portugal and France.
Is a successor for Otto de Bont named yet?
No, the company has not named a successor as a search is currently underway.

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