Iochpe-Maxion SA (Maxion) (B3:MYPK3), the world’s leading automotive wheel producer and a key manufacturer of structural components in the Americas, has announced a leadership transition. Pieter Klinkers, currently CEO of Maxion Wheels, will take over as President and CEO of Iochpe-Maxion SA, succeeding Marcos Oliveira. The transition will be effective April 16, 2025.
Klinkers brings over 30 years of automotive industry experience, having previously worked at Michelin before joining Hayes Lemmerz Inc., which was later acquired by Maxion. Since 2015, he has led the company’s global wheels business.
Mark Gerardts will step in as CEO of Maxion Wheels, replacing Klinkers. Gerardts, who joined Maxion in 2015, has held various leadership roles, most recently serving as Business Unit President for EMEA (Europe, Middle East, and Africa).
Meanwhile, Oliveira has been nominated for a position on Iochpe-Maxion’s Board of Directors, with elections set for April 16, 2025, during the next ordinary general shareholders’ meeting.
Maxion has assured a smooth leadership transition, backed by clear communication and strategic planning to maintain business continuity.