New Moody brand manager

Moody will have a change in the brand leadership. Ben Vaes is leaving Moody, Tijl Hetterschijt is taking over. Dutchman Ben Vaes, 48, has worked for Moody since the brand was taken over by HanseGroup, Germany. Under his guidance Moody developed four new models. The 41/45 classic line, modern cruisers with a classic touch and look, as well as the deck-salon-line.

Responsible for worldwide dealer network
Ben Vaes decided to leave Moody and the HanseGroup to take a creative break and prepare for a new venture in 2011. Vaes, who worked for Oyster before, is moving back to England with his family. Tijl Hetterschijt, 41, a Dutchman as Vaes, is the new man on board of Moody. His position will be brand manager and he will be responsible for the worldwide dealer network and the further development of the Moody line.

Passion for classic and deck saloon yachts
Hetterschijt is not unknown in the HanseGroup. He was Hanse dealer from 1999 to 2008. He is a graduate economist, accident assessor and worked as yacht broker. Tijl Hetterschijt has a lot of passion for classic and deck saloon yachts. Up until 2009 he worked for Wauquiez. He will start at 1st September 2010 and he will be located in Greifswald, home of HanseGroup.

Source: moodyboats.com

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