Koen ten Hove

Koen ten Hove brings a wealth of experience and a relentless drive for innovation to his role as CTO of Thales, where he leads the technological vision shaping the future of defense and security. With over thirty years of expertise spanning R&D, engineering and operations, he’s consistently pushed boundaries in high-tech industries, most recently as head of R&D and engineering at Prodrive Technologies.

A problem-solver at heart, Ten Hove thrives on turning complex challenges into impactful solutions. His career reflects a global perspective, with deep immersion in diverse markets. This includes a year in India and five years in China, where he gained unique insights into technology, culture and collaboration. His belief that life is about collecting experiences fuels his curiosity and his ability to connect ideas across disciplines.