Katrien Martens

Katrien Martens has a diverse background in traffic management and road safety, currently serving as an Experte Verkeer en Signalisatie at Agentschap Wegen en Verkeer since January 2020, focusing on improving traffic safety in Limburg and overseeing traffic light regulations. Prior experience includes roles as a verkeerskundig adviseur at Verkeerscentrum - Vlaamse Overheid, and as an operationeel verkeerskundige at Vlaamse Overheid, where project work and traffic scenarios were key responsibilities. Additionally, Katrien has contributed to the non-profit sector as a volunteer at vzw Cat Shelter Limburg, handling emergency calls and supporting adoptive families. Early career roles at Flanders Traffic Centre involved managing a team of traffic operators, performing complex problem-solving, and providing training and administrative support. Educational qualifications include a degree from Vrije Universiteit Brussel and attendance at Provinciale School Diepenbeek.