T.L. Baartmans
Chief Executive Officer
Royal Boskalis Westminster N.V.
Managing Director SEAT & CUPRA
Pon Automotive
Embajadora/Ambassador
Ministry of Foreign Affairs The Netherlands
President, Society of International Economic Law (SIEL)
Director of Studies, World Trade Institute
Chief Financial Officer, ASML Holding
Chairman of the Supervisory Board, Maastricht UMC+
ASML
Director Senior Vice President Benelux, Dutch Caribbean & Suriname
Air France-KLM
Rector Magnificus
Maastricht University
Deputy Director International Affairs
VNO-NCW and MKB Nederland
Managing Director
Evofenedex
Drs. P. Nientker, MBA
Chairman of the Executive Board
Electude International B.V.
Board member
o.a. Ace & Tate, Teslin Capital Management, KSYOS TeleMedical Centre and New York Pizza TeleMedical Centre
Director Alumni Relations
Maastricht University SBE
Chief Executive Officer
Royal Swinkels
Chief Executive Officer
Caldic
Vice President
Capgemini
Correspondent – Oil Products
Argus Media Mexico
Director
Holland House Colombia
Corporate Lawyer
Loyens & Loeff
Ambassador
Dutch Embassy Mexico
M&A Specialist
REACH Cross-Border M&A
Managing Director
To70 Consultores Aeronáuticos
Colombia
Deputy Representative
Netherlands Business Support Office Mexico
President Executive Board
Maastricht University
Operations Director
Health Holland
Associate – Specialization Energy & Infrastructure
Baker McKenzie Mexico City
Lawyer
Florent
Vice President Business Development
VDL ETG
Corporate Tax Specialist
Royal Swinkels
Program Manager – Supply Chain Strategic Transformation Americas
Henkel
Former Director of Sales for Latin America
Marel
Partner Benelux
Arthur D. Little
Non Executive Director, formerly President Latin America
Royal Vopak
Technical Manager
CCU / Heineken
Executive Director
Holland House Mexico
“On behalf of Maastricht University and with pleasure, I wholeheartedly support the students who participate in Research Project Maastricht 2026. The project testifies to the truly international orientation of our university, and our students. In addition, the company-specific research that the Research Project Maastricht will be conducting in the Mexico and Colombia is a good example of our worldwide efforts to close the gap between research and business. Both aspects fill me with great pride.”
Prof. Dr. R.M. Letschert, President, Maastricht University
“In 2023, we participated in the Research Project, which conducted market research for us in Peru. The participating students performed exceptionally well and professionally, excelling in their preparation, interviews, on-site research, and subsequent reporting. This project provided us with valuable leads to market our products (plant nutrition and biostimulants) in Peru. I wholeheartedly recommend the Research Project.”
Erik van den Bergh – Managing Director, Van Iperen International B.V.
“We are highly satisfied with the work and professionalism of the RPM team. Their thorough research and detailed reporting have provided us with valuable insights and greatly supported our further entry into the Vietnamese market. The Research Project Maastricht 2024 team demonstrated great enthusiasm, commitment and dedication in addressing our research question.”
Tim Lowijs – Business Development Director Asia, Schiphol International
“In 2024, the RPM program of Maastricht University conducted market potential research for Dieseko Group on our specific equipment in the region of Vietnam and Thailand. We were impressed by the thoroughness of the professional preparation, research and the results and presentation. We thank them and would strongly recommend the RPM program of University Maastricht.”
Djoko Blom – Sales Manager Asia, Dieseko Group B.V.
We are pleased to share our positive experience collaborating with the RPM program.
Throughout the duration of the project, the assigned students demonstrated outstanding dedication and professionalism. Their structured and proactive approach was evident at every stage, including:
As a result of their efforts, we received a comprehensive market analysis within the water treatment sector for the target countries (Vietnam and Thailand), a curated list of potential leads, a well-structured final report, and valuable practical recommendations to support our future strategy.
Additionally, we’d like to highlight the smooth, productive, and enjoyable communication throughout the collaboration. It was a pleasure working with such a committed and capable team
Zoya Yanushevich – Area Manager EXPORT, Euraqua