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BKT Europe Appoints Henrik de Koning as Head of OEM Europe

Published:

February 19, 2026

Author:

James Lockwood

Henrik de Koning Joins BKT Europe to Lead OEM and Key Accounts.

BKT Europe has strengthened its senior leadership team with the appointment of Henrik de Koning as Head of OEM Europe & Key Account, as the company continues to pursue its ambitious 2030 growth strategy.

De Koning joins from Apollo Vredestein, where he held a senior position within the agricultural tyre division. He brings more than 25 years of experience in the off-highway tyre industry, with deep expertise spanning agricultural and OTR (off-the-road) segments, as well as a track record of senior commercial roles at major industry players.

In his new position, de Koning will take responsibility for driving BKT's growth within the Original Equipment (OE) channel across Europe, with a particular focus on agricultural and OTR applications. He will report directly to Lucia Salmaso, Managing Director of BKT Europe.





The appointment reflects BKT's broader push to expand and consolidate its OE partnerships across the European market, drawing on the company's extensive product range, manufacturing capabilities and established distribution network.

Welcoming the new appointment, a BKT spokesperson said: "We are proud to welcome Henrik de Koning as our current Head OEM & Key Account at BKT Europe. With over 25 years of experience in the off-highway tyre industry, he brings extensive expertise across agricultural and OTR segments, further strengthening our strategic presence in the Original Equipment channel.

"His leadership will help consolidate relationships with key European partners and support the continued evolution of our OEM footprint. Together with Henrik and our trusted partners, we look forward to driving the next phase of sustainable growth in the European OEM market."

The hire follows a series of strategic leadership moves at BKT Europe in recent times, including app

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