Former Fonterra chief executive Theo Spierings has died after a brief illness.
He had more than 30 years’ experience in the dairy industry – including leading Fonterra for nearly seven years from 2011.
Most recently, he was co-founder of Dutch-based consultancy The Purpose Factory, which focuses on global sustainable development.
They confirmed his death in the Netherlands over the weekend.
A private memorial service will be held in the Netherlands.
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