Roboat, the Amsterdam-based start-up specialising in autonomy systems for water transport, has announced a leadership change as it embarks on a new phase of growth. After four years at the helm, CEO and co-founder Ynse Deinema is stepping down, with Joshua Jordan set to succeed him. Jordan, who has been involved with Roboat since its research phase, brings over a decade of experience in AI and software start-ups.
The leadership transition comes as Roboat seeks to scale its operations, building on its existing skipper-support systems already in use on ferries. Recently, the company successfully piloted an autonomous barge in Amsterdam's canals, demonstrating its potential for logistics applications. Jordan expressed confidence in the transformative potential of autonomy in water transport, stating, "With its technology, Roboat has already proven that this is no longer a vision for the future, but something that can be deployed today."
The existing leadership team, including CTO Jonathan Klein Schiphorst and CPO Rens Doornbusch, remains unchanged. Roboat is currently raising capital to further develop its technology and expand its market presence. The company is engaging with partners and stakeholders in the logistics chain to advance its vision of autonomous transport.
As Roboat moves forward under Jordan's leadership, it aims to enhance its role in shaping the future of water-based transport, leveraging its innovative technology to improve efficiency and scalability in both passenger and goods transport
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