Hairston Named GM of Austal USA Advanced Technologies
industrial base and additive manufacturing program.“Don’s over 20 years of experience in the defense industry more than qualifies him to lead our advanced technology team,” said Austal USA President Rusty Murdaugh. “Austal USA will benefit from his wealth of experience in executive management, engineering, domestic and international business development and business operations.”Hairston has previously held executive roles at Textron, Cobham, and Northrop Grumman, as well as positions with the Government in the Naval Undersea Warfare Center and the Aegis Program Office prior
Hempel Announces Executive Leadership Changes
Denmark-based coatings manufacturer Hempel announced changes to its executive management team.The company appointed Peter la Cour Gormsen as Chief Financial Officer (CFO) and Executive Vice President of Finance, and René Overgaard Jensen has been named Chief Transformation & Information Officer (CTIO) and Executive Vice President of Digital, Strategy & Transformation.Peter la Cour Gormsenjoins Hempel on 1 June 2023 from the position of Group CFO at GN Store Nord A/S. Prior to joining GN, he worked for Novo Nordisk, Novozymes and Chr. Hansen. He also has international experience from
Mark Heward Named Director at MITAGS
at sea as Officer in Tactical Command, where he was responsible for up to 160 midshipmen and staff.Heward has a Masters in IT and Management (Distinction) as well as Level 7 Post Graduate Diplomas in Strategic Management and Leadership (Chartered Management Institute), Strategic Leadership and Executive Management (Institute of Leadership and Management) and Applied Navigation (Plymouth University)
Nichols Brothers Boat Builders Hires Roney as Sales, Marketing Director
Peter Roney has been hired to join the executive management team supporting U.S. West Coast shipyards Nichols Brothers Boat Builders and Everett Ship Repair.The news was announced by Shared Ice Services (SIS) is a subsidiary of Ice Cap Holding, the parent company of Ice Floe, dba Nichols Brothers Boat Builders (NBBB) and Everett Ship Repair (ESR). SIS was recently established to support the operations of the two shipyards.NBBB is a newbuild and repair yard in Freeland, Wash., and ESR is a service and repair facility in Everett, Wash.Roney joined the company as director of sales and marketing in
Lyne Steps Into Chief Commercial Officer Role at Valaris
, he served in a number of senior operational and functional roles with another offshore driller Transocean. Lyne has over 20 years of offshore drilling experience in various international locations.Valaris president and CEO Anton Dibowitz said, “I am pleased to welcome Matt to the Valaris executive management committee at an exciting time for our business. Valaris has significant operating leverage to the improving market, and Matt’s deep industry experience will be critical in helping us to exercise this leverage in a disciplined manner that generates meaningful returns for our shareholders
Hempel Taps Michael Hansen as Next CEO
is the perfect successor to take over as CEO and continue Hempel’s growth journey. I am very pleased that the natural choice of a new Group President and CEO is an existing top leader from within Hempel. The Board and I look forward to continuing the great collaboration with Michael and his executive management team,” said Richard Sand, Chair of the Board of Directors of Hempel A/S.“I am truly honored to be appointed CEO of Hempel – a unique, global company. With more than 7,500 dedicated colleagues serving customers in more than 100 countries, a strong value-based culture, a sharp
Chris Weber Steps In as Valaris CFO
as CFO of Abaco Drilling Technologies, Halliburton and Parker Drilling Company, and also held senior finance roles at Valaris predecessor companies, Ensco and Pride International.Valaris president and chief executive officer Anton Dibowitz said, “I am pleased to welcome Chris to the Valaris executive management committee, and I look forward to working with him as we continue to build on the positive momentum we are seeing in our business. Chris’ deep industry experience further strengthens our leadership team and will help us execute our strategy of being value driven, focused and responsible
DFDS Hires Girardin as Head of Ferry
Danish shipping and logistics company DFDS announced Mathieu Girardin has been named its new head of ferry, succeeding Peder Gellert Pedersen, who is retiring on August 1, 2022.Girardin will join DFDS as a member of the company's executive management team in October 2022.Girardin is currently senior vice president at French shipping and logistics giant CMA CGM. He is responsible for short sea lines in Europe and containerships.DFDS CEO, Torben Carlsen, said, “I am delighted to welcome Mathieu Girardin. Mathieu brings a great mix of operational and corporate capabilities to DFDS’
Valaris Announces Executive Leadership Changes
Offshore drilling contractor Valaris on Thursday announced the appointment of three new members to its executive management committee.Chris Weber will join Valaris as senior vice president and chief financial officer, Matt Lyne will join as senior vice president and chief commercial officer, and Davor Vukadin, the company’s associate general counsel has been promoted to senior vice president and general counsel. Weber and Lyne are expected to start in the third quarter of 2022.Darin Gibbins, who is serving as interim CFO, will continue in his role as vice president – investor relations and
Nina Østergaard Borris takes the helm at USTC
family-owned business as CEO, succeeding her father Torben Østergaard-Nielsen who will take over as Chairman of the Board of Directors for USTC. Mia Østergaard Rechnitzer, current Head of Corporate Governance, will assume the position of Chief Governance Officer, stepping into USTC Executive Management.Family-owned United Shipping and Trading Company (USTC), which is owned and operated by Torben Østergaard-Nielsen and his two daughters, Nina Østergaard Borris and Mia Østergaard Rechnitzer, has announced that Nina Østergaard Borris will assume the role as the new
Högberg Named President of Volvo Penta North America
Volvo Penta has named Fredrik Högberg president of Volvo Penta North America, replacing Tony Kelleher who has served as acting president since December 2021.A new member of Volvo Penta's executive management group, Högberg will take up the position on May 15. Kelleher will continue his position as head of customer support and training in North America.Högberg joined the Volvo Group in 1994 and has held a broad range of leading positions within the group, including areas such as digital services, retail development, and aftermarket sales. He currently holds the position of senior
Swedish Club Announces Shift at the Helm for 2023
as Managing Director from January 1, 2023, when Rhodin retires."The Board of Directors is delighted to have recruited Nordberg, who has close to 30 years' experience in the marine insurance industry, where he is well known and respected. His broad knowledge of underwriting, claims, and executive management has been built in various international positions," said Lennart Simonsson, Chairman of the Board of The Swedish Club. "Thomas Nordberg will lead the Club forward after its 150th anniversary next year and continue the focus to deliver the high-quality services and support that we
Australian Maritime College Partners with IAMPE
Association of Maritime and Port Executives is a not-for-profit industry association based in the United States that provides professional certification internationally for maritime and port professionals. The IAMPE offers professional development seminars in port management and operations, and executive management, and also has an ongoing continuing education program. The IAMPE provides industry recognized professional certification based on standards approved by the IAMPE Board. The Board is comprised of over 20 professionals from ports and maritime interests throughout North America. IAMPE certifications
Eimskip Names New CFO
;r Þorsteinsson, Eimskip CEO, said: "María Björk has successfully led extensive and demanding projects in her previous role and earned a good reputation as a young and performance driven manager. "She will broaden the experience and knowledge in Eimskip’s Executive Management Board which is positive and in line with the Company’s journey. I want to use this opportunity to thank Egill Örn especially for his valuable work as CFO and I am pleased that we will continue to benefit from his experience and expertise going forward."
Lemcool Joins Eastern Shipbuilding Group
in 1989. Since then, he has successfully managed many robust programs and contracts, focusing on maximizing efficiency and profit growth. Lemcool’s business development strategies have consistently elevated companies’ profiles and customer reach. His diverse background includes executive management, commercial and government business development, production operations, program management, contract and subcontract management, purchasing, estimating and proposal development.“I’m very excited to be part of Eastern,” Lemcool said. “I have followed ESG since the beginning
Fairbanks Morse Names Clark COO
.K.-based aerospace, defense and energy equipment manufacturing company, serving as group vice president of operations and director of operations.Clark earned a Bachelor of Science in international supply chain management from Texas A&M University in College Station, Texas. He also completed an executive management program at the University of Oxford’s Saïd Business School
Aker Solutions Names EVP for Sustainability
, such as low-carbon solutions and projects for renewable energy. Today, the company announces that it will also reduce the environmental footprint from its own operations. Marianne Hagen has been appointed executive vice president for sustainability and communications. She will be part of the executive management team and accountable for the strategic development of sustainability across Aker Solutions," the Norwegian company said.Hagen has had an extensive career in senior positions in politics, public affairs, communications, social responsibility and environmental issues. Previous roles include
