Early Life
Bart van Malderen was born on November 19, 1966, in Merchtem, Belgium. He is the son of Paul Van Malderen, who founded the diaper and feminine hygiene products company, Ontex. From a young age, Bart was involved in the family business, learning the ins and outs of the industry. He earned an MBA from EU Business School in Montreux, Switzerland.
Rise to Success
Van Malderen's career took off at Ontex, where he served for 30 years, including 20 years as CEO. During his tenure, Ontex expanded significantly, with 26 acquisitions, and became a leading European producer of diapers and feminine hygiene products. The company went public under his leadership. After leaving Ontex in 2007, Van Malderen founded Drylock Technologies in 2012. Drylock focused on innovative, ultra-thin diapers and quickly gained traction. The company produces baby diapers, feminine hygiene products, and incontinence diapers and has expanded globally, with factories in multiple countries.
Key Business Strategies
Van Malderen's success is rooted in a strategic approach to the diaper industry. Key strategies include: Innovation, with a focus on ultra-thin, absorbent, and comfortable diapers. Drylock launched the world's first compostable diaper in 2024. Expansion, with manufacturing facilities strategically located across Europe, the US, and Brazil to serve global markets. Focus on efficiency and quick decision-making to stay competitive. By 2023, Drylock had a turnover of 1.2 billion euros and continues to grow.
Philanthropy
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