Peter Wijnen
About Peter Wijnen
Peter Wijnen serves as the Vice President of New Ventures for Africa, the Mediterranean, and the Middle East at PGS, a position he has held since 2018. He has extensive experience in the geophysical sector, having worked in various roles at PGS and CGG over a career spanning more than two decades.
Current Role at PGS
Peter Wijnen serves as Vice President of New Ventures for Africa, the Mediterranean, and the Middle East at PGS. He has held this position since 2018, contributing to the company's strategic initiatives in these regions. His role involves overseeing new business opportunities and fostering growth in emerging markets.
Previous Experience at PGS
Wijnen has extensive experience at PGS, where he held multiple roles. He worked as Vice President of MultiClient Europe from 2011 to 2017, and prior to that, he served as Vice President for North & South America region, Data Processing & Technology from 2007 to 2011. His tenure at PGS also includes a position in Depth Imaging from 2000 to 2006.
Experience at CGG
Before joining PGS, Peter Wijnen worked at CGG in Imaging from 1997 to 2000. This role contributed to his expertise in geophysical imaging and data processing, which he later applied in his positions at PGS.
Education and Expertise
Peter Wijnen earned a Master of Science degree in Geophysics from Universiteit Utrecht, where he studied from 1990 to 1996. His educational background provides a strong foundation for his work in the geophysical and data processing sectors.