Vattenfall Names Johan Dasht as New Senior Vice President for Business Area Generation

Vattenfall Names Johan Dasht as New Senior Vice President for Business Area Generation

(IN BRIEF) Vattenfall has appointed Johan Dasht as the new Senior Vice President of its Business Area Generation, effective November 1. Dasht, currently leading the company’s hydro operations in the Nordics, will oversee Vattenfall’s hydro and nuclear power divisions. He succeeds Torbjörn Wahlborg, who is stepping down after a long career. With 20 years of experience in the energy sector, including 15 years in nuclear energy, Dasht previously served as CEO of SKB and OKG AB. Vattenfall’s CEO, Anna Borg, praised Dasht for his industry knowledge and leadership skills. Dasht expressed enthusiasm about joining the executive team and contributing to the development of Vattenfall’s electricity production.

(PRESS RELEASE) STOCKHOLM, 25-Sep-2024 — /EuropaWire/ — Johan Dasht has been selected to serve as the new Senior Vice President of Vattenfall’s Business Area Generation, overseeing the company’s operations in hydro and nuclear power. Dasht, who currently leads Vattenfall’s hydro operations in the Nordics, will take over from Torbjörn Wahlborg, who is stepping down after a long and distinguished career with the company. Dasht will officially assume his new role on November 1.

With 20 years of experience in the energy industry, including 15 years focused on nuclear power, Dasht brings extensive expertise to his new position. He joined Vattenfall in 2020 as CEO of SKB, the Swedish nuclear fuel and waste management company, and previously held the role of CEO at OKG AB, a Swedish nuclear energy firm.

“Johan has in-depth knowledge of our industry and a comprehensive understanding of the key issues we face. He is also a respected leader, known for his clear communication and focus on results. We are excited to welcome him to Vattenfall’s executive management team,” said Anna Borg, CEO of Vattenfall.

Reflecting on his new role, Dasht said, “I am honored to join Vattenfall’s executive management. At a time when we need to secure and develop our electricity production capacity, the opportunity to be part of this journey is both humbling and inspiring. Vattenfall has a clear vision, great expertise, and a workforce that is deeply committed.”

Dasht will report directly to Anna Borg and will be part of Vattenfall’s Executive Group Management team.

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Source: Vattenfall AB