STOCKHOLM – Haldex AB’s board of directors has appointed Bo Annvik as the new president and CEO, effective July 1.
Annvik brings more than 15 years of extensive industry experience to Haldex, having previously held several management positions within the Outokumpu Group, SKF and Volvo Cars. He replaces Ulf Ahlén, who has served as acting president and CEO of Haldex since Dec. 1, 2011.
Annvik previously served as executive vice president for the Specialty Stainless Division and Group R&D, and was a member of the Executive Committee at Outokumpu Group. Before joining the Outokumpu, he was president of SKF Sealing Solutions and vice president, Business Development, Automotive Division at SKF. Earlier in his career, Annvik held a number of management positions at Volvo Cars, including international assignments with placements in North America and Belgium.
"We are very pleased to present Bo Annvik as the new president and CEO of Haldex," said Göran Carlson, chairman of the Board. "His considerable experience in the global engineering industry will be of great value and asset to Haldex. He has also extensive knowledge of both strategic and operational areas which will contribute to build a stronger and more focused Haldex."
Annvik will assume the position of president and CEO on July 1. Ahlén will retire after 15 years in executive management positions within the Haldex Group.
