Machiel Keegel
About Machiel Keegel
Machiel Keegel serves as the General Manager for Tronox in China, a position he has held since 2020. He has a background in Raw Material Engineering from Technische Universiteit Delft and has accumulated extensive experience in various roles within the company and the industry.
Work at Tronox
Machiel Keegel has held multiple positions at Tronox, currently serving as General Manager China since 2020. In this role, he oversees operations and strategic initiatives within the Chinese market. Prior to this position, he worked as VP Strategy from 2012 to 2020, where he was responsible for developing and implementing strategic plans. He also served as Teamleader Operations for one year in 2006, contributing to operational improvements.
Education and Expertise
Machiel Keegel earned a Master of Science in Raw Material Engineering from Technische Universiteit Delft, completing his studies from 1992 to 1998. His educational background provides him with a solid foundation in materials science, which supports his roles in operations and strategy within the chemical industry.
Background
Before joining Tronox, Machiel Keegel worked at TiWest Joint Venture as an Improvement Facilitator from 2004 to 2006. In this position, he focused on enhancing operational efficiency. After his tenure at Tronox from 2006 to 2007, he transitioned to TZMI, where he served as a Senior Consultant for five years, providing expert advice in the mineral and chemical sectors.
Professional Experience
Machiel Keegel has extensive experience in the chemical industry, spanning over two decades. His roles have included leadership positions that emphasize strategy, operations, and improvement facilitation. His career trajectory reflects a commitment to enhancing operational performance and strategic development within the organizations he has served.