About Wim van der Leegte
Lived 1947 – 2023 (aged 76). Wim van der Leegte was a Dutch entrepreneur.
Wilhelmus Gerardus Stephanus Maria van der Leegte (23 August 1947 – 19 November 2023) was a Dutch billionaire businessman, and the owner of Netherlands-based VDL Groep.
Early life and career Wim van der Leegte was born in Nuenen on 23 August 1947.
VDL Groep, one of Europe's largest privately held car and bus makers, was founded in 1953 by his father Pieter van der Leegte, when it started making parts for trucking companies.
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Who was Wim van der Leegte?
Dutch businessman
When was Wim van der Leegte born?
Wim van der Leegte was born on 23 August 1947 in Nuenen.
When did Wim van der Leegte die?
Wim van der Leegte died on 19 November 2023 in Duizel.
What was Wim van der Leegte's occupation?
Wim van der Leegte was an entrepreneur.
What nationality was Wim van der Leegte?
Wim van der Leegte was Dutch.
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