Martin Wijnen

Martin Wijnen
Lt Gen Martin Wijnen (Zwolle, 4 March 2019)
Commander of the Royal Netherlands Army
In office
28 August 2019  8 March 2024
Preceded byLeo Beulen
Succeeded byJan Swillens
Personal details
Born (1966-02-03) 3 February 1966
Military service
AllegianceNetherlands
Branch/serviceRoyal Netherlands Army
Rank Lieutenant-general
Commands43 Mechanized Brigade

Martin Wijnen (born 1966) is a Dutch retired military officer and government official who currently serves as the Director-General of Rijkswaterstaat since January 1, 2024. A retired lieutenant general, he previously served as the fifth Commander of the Royal Netherlands Army before stepping down in 2024. Wijnen also previously served as the Commander of the 43 Mechanized Brigade.