Can you share your first impression of our group?
I am very impressed by the strong decentralized culture of “ownership” and closeness to the needs of our customers in the business. The management team is strong and well aligned. This in combination with a capability to accelerate growth through many value-adding acquisition opportunities makes me confident that we will continue to grow profitably at a high pace.

What do you see as key priorities in the coming years?
As growth in Europe seems to enter a slower phase, we need to be even more focused on finding new growth and efficiency opportunities in current and new markets. Our strong balance sheet and cash flow generation give us the ability to stay consistent in a volatile market.

Do you see any specific key trends that are shaping the future of global industry?
I think we will see further rapid developments in automation and digitalization, including unpredictable effects of the advances in AI development. The geopolitical uncertainties make it more important than ever to be agile and resilient with a focus on being close to customers. I think the group is well positioned to win in this environment.

How do you see this impacting our group?
I see great opportunities to continue to leverage the culture of our group to lead in using sustainability and digitalization to make our company better and stronger, as well as to find exciting new growth opportunities.

What excites you most about this role, and what experience do you bring?
I am very glad to have the opportunity to get to know the company and its people better after having admired the development from the outside on the Board of Axel Johnson AB for several years. After having spent more than 30 years in global industrial roles I hope to add some additional perspectives to help further accelerate the already great development of the company, together with the owners, the board of directors, the management team, and a large team of talented and committed people.