Gerard Van Der Laan Email & Phone Number

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Utrecht, Netherlands

integral responsibility for a reseach group of 45 professionals working on key societal challenges: LCA and sustainability assessment and circularity at TNO

Utrecht

Senior scientist for the Circular Plastics activities at TNO. New recycling technologies, design for recycling, life cycle assessment

Amsterdam Area, Netherlands

As a Technology and Innovation Manager for GTL, develop Gas-to-Liquids (GTL) technology. Maintain IP patent asset portfolio and develop collaborative relationships with external partners by creating a strong support system. Develop health and safety performance measures across research and development units.The following are the highlights of the value I brought to Shell: • Trained and motivated a team of 18 staff members and developed their skills and knowledge in Process Engineering, HSE, and R&D Technical function.• Delivered a Technology Maturation Program of value $50M by managing more than 50 projects and 90 staff members across the world for current and new assets.

Amsterdam Area, Netherlands

As a Principal Researcher for Gas-to-Liquids, held responsibility for developing improved catalysts and reactor systems to enhance GTL Plant efficiency and profitability. Implemented new processes and practices by utilizing Technology Readiness Assessment process.The following is the highlight of the value I brought to Shell Projects and Technology: • Led and managed a project team of 10 researchers and research associates of budget approximately $5-10M; effectively managed pilot plant projects and research across Amsterdam, Germany, and Malaysia.

The Hague Area, Netherlands

As Innovation Manager for New Liquified Natural Gas (LNG) Markets, managed a global technical team with six direct reports and a group of six staff members from other departments. Developed global LNG market by implementing small-scale applications across various countries, including UK, Australia, China, Netherlands, USA, and Norway.The following are the highlights of the value I brought to Shell: • Acted as a custodian for technical design and developed high standards of designs by collaborating with OEM’s and Partners.• Supported business developers with technical insights for their commercial deals.• Played a key role in implementation of CO2 optimization program by developing and funding LNG R&D budget; ensured all projects and current asset meet Top Quartile Industry Standards.

The Hague Area, Netherlands

As a Group Strategy Advisor, contributed to the strategic development of technology plans of value $1B within Shell organisation. Participated in Group Energy Scenarios to better understand and recommend on future usage. Supported with appraisals for CEO, Board, and Executive Committee members.The following are the highlights of the value I brought to Shell: • Established strong business relationships with key national oil companies in Saudi Arabia and Indonesia by implementing effective business strategies.• Implemented the first Technology Strategy in association with CTO.

Port Dickson, Malaysia

As a Senior Refining Technologist, responisble for primary refining processes. Involved in optimizing processes, plant turnarounds, and production tasks.The following is the highlight of the value I brought to Shell Refinery Port Dickson:• Led the site 2020 refinery development master plan (crude availability, tightening air emissions and product quality specifications) and several capital projects• Member of emergency response team for calamities

Amsterdam Area, Netherlands

As a hydrocracking service engineer, provided back-office support and delivered technical services to units in Thailand and Singapore. Created health and safety case studies to ensure safe operations and design.The following is the highlight of the value I brought to Shell: • Supported pilot plant experimental program and reactor modelling based on the knowledge of hydro processing and catalytic processes.

Doctor Of Philosophy - Phd, Chemical Engineering

PhD Thesis: Kinetics, Selectivity and Scale-up Fischer-Tropsch synthesis

Master Of Science - Ms, Chemical Engineering

Bachelor Of Science - Bs, Chemical Engineering