The board of directors of Norske Skog ASA has appointed Geir Drangsland as the new CEO as of 1 September.
Mr Drangsland leaves of the board of directors, where he has served as the chair since March 2023, to become the new CEO of Norske Skog effective from 1 September 2023. He succeeds Tore Hansesætre, who has decided to leave the company after more than 14 years.
Arvid Grundekjøn has been selected the new chair of the board of directors.
"I am pleased to announce Geir Drangsland as the new CEO of Norske Skog. Geir has an extensive background from the forest industry, and has worked closely with the management since his entrance in Norske Skog. At the same time, I will use the opportunity to thank Tore Hansesætre for his valuable contribution in Norske Skog’s transformation journey both as CEO and responsible for the mill conversion projects," said Mr Grundekjøn, chair of Norske Skog.
Mr Drangsland commented: "Norske Skog has many exciting business opportunities ahead, and I am firm to realise these together with the Norske Skog team."
Mr Hansesætre said: "Norske Skog is a fantastic company with highly skilled and dedicated employees. However, after more than 14 years in Norske Skog, with more than five years in the corporate management and the last phase as CEO, I have decided to seek opportunities outside the company. I wish Norske Skog all the best for the future."
