ABS Laundry Business Solutions appoints Robert Tye as Chief Commercial Officer
ABS Laundry Business Solutions has appointed Robert Tye as Chief Commercial Officer (CCO), further strengthening its global commercial leadership as the company continues to expand its international presence and customer base. Robert will join the ABS Management Team and lead the company’s global commercial strategy, sales organization, and customer growth initiatives.
Robert has worked within the industrial laundry industry throughout his entire career, holding positions both within laundry operating businesses and at ABS. He has been with ABS for 17 years, building extensive experience across the business and developing strong relationships throughout the industry. This experience has provided him with a strong understanding of the operational, commercial, and strategic challenges faced by industrial laundries across multiple markets. His industry knowledge and customer-focused approach position him strongly to support ABS’s continued global growth and deliver long-term value to ABS clients worldwide.
In his new role, Robert will focus on further developing ABS’s global commercial strategy, supporting sustainable growth, strengthening market positioning, and enhancing consistency across regions. He will also work closely with internal teams to refine commercial processes and strengthen collaboration between sales, service, marketing, and delivery functions.
A key area of focus will be aligning commercial activities more closely with customer needs and industry developments, while continuing to promote innovation across the ABSSolute ecosystem and wider ABS product portfolio.
“Robert has a deep understanding of both our business and the industrial laundry market,” said Marien van Bezooijen, CEO, ABS. “His experience, industry knowledge, and customer-focused approach make him ideally suited to lead our global commercial organization as we continue to grow internationally.”
Commenting on his appointment, Robert Tye said:
“It is a privilege to take on this role and continue working closely with our customers, partners, and teams around the world. Having spent my career within the laundry industry, both with laundry operators and at ABS, I understand the importance of strong customer relationships and practical solutions that support day-to-day operations. I look forward to supporting the continued growth of ABS while ensuring our customers remain at the center of everything we do.”
Robert will work closely with the Management Team, regional organizations, and global teams to further strengthen ABS’s commercial capabilities and support customers worldwide.
About ABS: ABS Laundry Business Solutions specializes in software solutions for the Textile Rental Industrial laundry sector. Founded in 1987, ABS Laundry Business Solutions provides innovative software designed to streamline laundry operations, enhance efficiency, and improve service quality. As part of the Vitec Software Group, ABS leverages global expertise and resources to support continued innovation and long-term customer success.
Further information: Stijn Roefs – Marketing Associate. Phone: +31 411 612 761. Email: stijn.roefs@abslbs.com
