Leadership

Clear authority. Clear accountability.

Meet the leaders of Starneth India, Starneth Holding B.V. and our strategic manufacturing partner, Juma. Project-specific partners are credited on the relevant Eye page.

Starneth India leadership

Starneth India leadership

Dr. Zama M.S., Founder and Managing Director of Starneth India
Starneth IndiaDr. Zama M.S.Founder and Managing Director

Dr. Zama M.S. is the Founder and Managing Director of Starneth India. He leads the company's strategy, partnerships and accountable delivery of landmark observation-wheel projects in India.

Group leadership

Engineering experience at group level.

Chiel Smits, Chief Executive Officer of Starneth Holding B.V.
Starneth Holding B.V.Chiel SmitsChief Executive Officer

Chiel Smits is the Chief Executive Officer and owner of Starneth Holding B.V. A mechanical engineer by training, he brings extensive experience in managing the design and construction of major offshore, observation-wheel and mobility projects.

Juma leadership

Manufacturing and technical leadership.

Zhejiang Juma Entertainment Co., Ltd. develops and manufactures landmark Ferris wheels and large-scale amusement equipment. Its strategic partnership with Starneth brings together observation-wheel design expertise and manufacturing capability.

Dingyuan Ma, Founder of Zhejiang Juma Entertainment Co., Ltd.
Zhejiang Juma Entertainment Co., Ltd.Dingyuan MaFounder

Dingyuan Ma is the Founder of Juma, established in 1989. His industry recognition includes National Outstanding Private Entrepreneur and Zhejiang Economy Person of the Year. His leadership background includes Chairman of the Zhejiang Business Council.

Jian Ma, Chairman of Zhejiang Juma Entertainment Co., Ltd.
Zhejiang Juma Entertainment Co., Ltd.Jian MaChairman

Jian Ma is the Chairman of Juma. His industry roles include Expert Advisor to the World Cultural Tourism Industry Expo and Director of the Zhuji Entrepreneurs Association, bringing a cultural tourism and business perspective to the company.

Jianwen Huang, Chief Engineer of Zhejiang Juma Entertainment Co., Ltd.
Zhejiang Juma Entertainment Co., Ltd.Jianwen HuangChief Engineer

Jianwen Huang is Juma's Chief Engineer. He serves on the National Ropeway Rides Standardization Technical Committee and the amusement branch of the Chinese Mechanical Engineering Society. His expertise includes special equipment accident analysis and technical standards.

  • 01Evidence firstClaims are separated, sourced and written to withstand diligence.
  • 02Clear accountabilityCritical decisions keep a visible owner and a documented basis.
  • 03Built for IndiaDelivery planning starts with Indian sites, partners and supply conditions.