Fons Jurgens has been appointed as Efteling's new CEO and chairman of the board of directors.

His appointment was confirmed during the Dutch park's general shareholders meeting on Thursday April 17.

Under his leadership Efteling aims to become an international destination with five million visitors in 2020, through a phased programme of growth.

During the first phase Efteling will invest in a new attraction and the expansion of Efteling Village Bosrijk holiday park over the coming years.