Jan qualified as an accountant with Deloitte and led their international practice in the Netherlands. He subsequently built a distinguished career in senior finance roles within the minerals and chemicals industry based in Europe and the USA. During his time at Shell plc spin-out Hexion Jan was Global FinanceDirector and subsequently CFO of several divisions, comprising turnover of over USD 4bn and sales in 4 continents.  

At Hexion Jan was jointly responsible for investor relations work in relation to USD 3bn NYSE listed bonds, there financing of multi-layered debt facilities as well as reporting work up to ultimate owner Apollo Global Management. At the end of his tenure with Hexion, Jan became CFO designate of a USD 2bn spin-out. 

Most recently Jan was Head of Finance at ASML, the world leading producer of machines for the semi conductor industry with a market capitalisation of EUR 335bn.

After nearly eight years with the Group,Garth Palmer has notified the Board of his intention to pursue other interests starting in 2025. Garth will gradually hand over his tasks to Jan Van Beek, Deputy CFO and CFO designate, who will join the Board when Garth steps down. The appropriate AIM disclosures will be provided in due course once all regulatory processes have been completed and, in any event, before Jan is appointed to the Board.