Ebusco nominates Hou Fei as new Chief Operating Officer
Ebusco has nominated Hou Fei as its new COO, succeeding Michel van Maanen, as the company focuses on execution and growth.
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What Happened
Ebusco Holding N.V. has nominated Mr. Hou Fei as its new Chief Operating Officer, succeeding Michel van Maanen. Subject to shareholder approval, Hou Fei will lead operations from the company's head office in Deurne, Netherlands. He brings extensive experience from General Motors, SAIC Motor joint ventures, and Gotion High-Tech, where he most recently served as Vice President for Asia Pacific.
“On behalf of the Management Board, I would like to sincerely thank Michel for his dedication and leadership during a pivotal period for Ebusco. His contribution to our operational restructuring and the transition back to an OED-oriented model has been instrumental in stabilizing and repositioning the company. At the same time, we are very pleased to welcome Hou Fei into the role of COO. His deep o”
Michel van Maanen will leave Ebusco to become CEO of EBS Public Transportation, a Dutch transit company and longtime Ebusco client, effective January 21, 2026. He will remain with Ebusco in a non-executive advisory capacity for a limited period to ensure a smooth transition. The company expressed appreciation for his role in the operational restructuring and turnaround.
Why this matters
The appointment reflects Ebusco's emphasis on operational strength and scalability as it transitions to an OED-only business model.
Terms in This Story
- COO
- Chief Operating Officer, the executive responsible for the day-to-day operations of a company.
- OED
- Original Equipment Designer, a company that designs and develops products that are then manufactured by another company.
- OEM
- Original Equipment Manufacturer, a company that produces parts or equipment that may be marketed by another manufacturer.
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