(IN BRIEF) Valio has announced that long-time CEO Annikka Hurme will retire at the end of 2026, with Matti Lehmus appointed as the company’s new CEO from January 1, 2027. Hurme has worked at Valio since 1989 and has led … Read the full press release
(IN BRIEF) Sika has appointed Philipp Irniger as Head Construction and Member of Group Management, effective June 1, 2026. He succeeds Ivo Schädler, who will take early retirement at the end of March 2027 after more than 30 years with … Read the full press release
Posted in Business, Chemicals, Construction, Financial, Industrial, Infrastructure & Utilities, Investment, Management, Marketing, Switzerland, Technology
Tagged Board of Directors, CEO, Chief Digital & Information Officer, CHINA, civil engineering, construction business, construction materials, corporate organization, data, digital business models, digital transformation, digitalization, distribution business, Early retirement, Fast Forward program, global construction, Group Management, Head Construction, INDIA, international management, IT, Ivo Schädler, Jochen Werling, leadership transition, Philipp Irniger, processes, Sika, Sika Advances Leadership Transition as Philipp Irniger Succeeds Ivo Schädler in Global Construction Role, Sika Aligns Construction Leadership and Digital Strategy With New Senior Management Appointments, Sika Appoints Philipp Irniger to Lead Global Construction Business and Join Group Management, Sika Strengthens Group Management With New Head Construction and Chief Digital & Information Officer Role, Sika Switzerland, Southeast Asia, Swiss Federal Institute of Technology in Lausanne, Target Market Waterproofing
(IN BRIEF) The Nordic Investment Bank has implemented organisational changes at the Executive Committee level following the retirement of Gunnar Okk, its Vice President and COO. Effective April 1, 2026, the restructuring aims to improve clarity in responsibilities, strengthen operational … Read the full press release
Posted in Banks, Business, Economy, Environment, Financial, Finland, Industrial, Infrastructure & Utilities, Investment, Management, Technology
Tagged André Küüsvek, banking operations, corporate affairs, Executive Committee, financial institution, Gunnar Okk, Jeanette Vitasp, Jukka Ahonen, Kim Skov Jensen, leadership transition, Luca de Lorenzo, NIB, Nordic Investment Bank, Nordic Investment Bank Enhances Governance and Operational Efficiency with Executive Committee Realignment, organisational restructuring, people and culture, Post Retirement Leadership Changes at NIB Drive New Department Formation and Strategic Realignment, sustainability digitalisation, treasury administration
(IN BRIEF) EDF has appointed Dr Mark Hartley as the new CEO of the Hinkley Point C nuclear project, effective from July 2026, succeeding Stuart Crooks who is stepping down after 40 years in the nuclear industry. Hartley, currently Managing … Read the full press release
Posted in Energy, Gas & Oil, Industrial, Infrastructure & Utilities, Management, News, Technology, United Kingdom
Tagged Cottam SMR, EDF, energy infrastructure, Hinkley Point C, John Munro, leadership transition, low carbon electricity, Mark Hartley, Mark Hartley Named CEO of Hinkley Point C as EDF Strengthens Leadership for Future Nuclear Development in Britain, nuclear energy, nuclear industry careers, Nuclear Operations, Simone Rossi, Sizewell C, Stuart Crooks, UK nuclear projects
(IN BRIEF) EQT AB has published its 2025 Annual and Sustainability Report, highlighting strong performance and strategic progress despite a volatile market environment. The firm reported EUR 30 billion in investments and a record EUR 34 billion in realizations, underscoring … Read the full press release
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Tagged Annual and Sustainability Report 2025, Annual Shareholders Meeting 2026, asset management, Conni Jonsson, EQT, EQT AB, EQT outlines long-term growth strategy and record realizations in 2025 Annual and Sustainability Report, Equity Capital Markets, financial performance, Global Expansion, global investment firm, investments, leadership transition, Per Franzén, Portfolio Companies, private markets, realizations
(NEWS) LENDELEDE, Belgium, 5-Feb-2026 — /EuropaWire/ — EPP Pricing Platform BV, the global not-for-profit organisation focused on pricing and revenue growth management (RGM), has announced a structured leadership transition intended to support its long-term continuity and governance evolution. Based on details … Read the full press release
Posted in Belgium, Economy, Education, Financial, Management, Non Profit
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(IN BRIEF) EPP Pricing Platform BV, the global not-for-profit organisation focused on pricing and revenue growth management (RGM), has announced a leadership transition as part of its long-term development. Founder and Chair Pol Vanaerde is stepping down after 20 years, … Read the full press release
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(IN BRIEF) DNV has confirmed interim leadership changes as Group President and CEO Remi Eriksen steps away temporarily to undergo cancer treatment. Knut Ørbeck-Nilssen has been appointed Interim DNV Group President and CEO from 1 February to 31 August 2026, … Read the full press release
Posted in Business, Industrial, Management, News, Norway, Technology
Tagged Board of Directors, Business Continuity, corporate governance, Cristina Saenz de Santa Maria, DNV, DNV Appoints Interim Group CEO as Remi Eriksen Takes Temporary Leave, DNV Confirms Interim Leadership Structure During CEO Medical Leave, executive leadership, Fredrik Baksaas, global assurance and risk management company, interim CEO appointment, Knut Ørbeck-Nilssen, leadership transition, Maritime Sector, Remi Eriksen
(IN BRIEF) Covestro has announced a change in leadership on its Supervisory Board following the completion of its strategic partnership with XRG. Dr. Rainer Seele was elected Chairman on 18 December 2025 and assumed the role on 20 December, succeeding … Read the full press release
Posted in Business, Chemicals, Environment, Germany, Industrial, Investment, Management
Tagged chemicals industry, circular economy, corporate governance, Covestro, Dr Rainer Seele, Dr. Richard Pott, Germany, leadership transition, Leadership transition at Covestro as Dr. Richard Pott steps down from Supervisory Board, Markus Steilemann, OMV AG, strategic partnership, Supervisory Board, sustainability, Wintershall, XRG
(IN BRIEF) RWE announced that Katja Wünschel, CEO of its renewables business in Europe and Australia, will leave the company on 31 March 2026 to join Vonovia as Chief Development Officer. Sopna Sury, currently Executive Board member at RWE Generation … Read the full press release
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Tagged battery storage, corporate appointment, E.ON, executive change, hydrogen business, Katja Wünschel, leadership transition, Leadership transition at RWE as Katja Wünschel departs for Vonovia and Sopna Sury moves into renewables CEO role, Markus Krebber, Nikolaus Valerius, onshore wind, renewables strategy, RWE, RWE Renewables Europe & Australia, solar development, Sopna Sury, Uniper, Vonovia
The Benelux and DACH regions have seen a surge in sporting retail deals over the past 2–3 years, driven by post-pandemic shifts in fitness and outdoor activity. Private equity firms and global strategics are actively acquiring or restructuring brands across … Read the full press release
Posted in Apparel, Fashion & Beauty, Austria, Belgium, Business, Financial, Germany, Investment, Luxembourg, Netherlands, News, Retail, Sports, Switzerland, Technology
Tagged A.S. Adventure, ABN AMRO Retailer of the Year, Accell Group, acquisition, active running community, Amsterdam, Amsterdam Marathon, Anta Sports, appointment, ASICs, Austria, Basic-Fit, Belgium, Benelux, Bergfreunde, Bever, Bike24, Business Growth, Callaway Brands, Cannondale, Chain Reaction Cycles, Community Engagement, consolidation, cross-border acquisitions, customer experience, cycling, DACH, DACH region, Dam tot Damloop, deal-by-deal, DECATHLON, digital transformation, digitalisation, digitalization, Dutch running market, e-bikes, E-Commerce, Ewout Braggaar, fitness boom, Fitness Boom Spurs Restructuring and M&A Surge in Benelux and German Sports Retail Landscape, franchise network, Frasers Group, Germany, health and wellness, IMARC Group, independent sponsor, investment, Investment firm bets on the running boom as Run2Day gears up for growth, Investor Activity Accelerates in Benelux and DACH Sporting Retail as Consumer Fitness Trends Reshape the Market, IPO, Jack Wolfskin, JD Sports, KKR, KVK 58778233, leadership, leadership transition, Leusden, McKinley, mergers and acquisitions, mid-market investment, Netherlands, Netherlands running gear market, Netherlands sportswear market, niche brands, niche market leaders, Nordics, omnichannel, On Holding, outdoor retail, PAI Partners, pandemic, Perry Sport, Pon Holdings, post-pandemic trends, private equity, Private Equity and Global Buyers Reshape Sporting Retail in Netherlands and Beyond, Private equity firm backs Run2Day to accelerate digital and community growth, retail, retail expansion, retail innovation, retail restructuring, Rise Point Capital, Rise Point Capital acquisition, Rise Point Capital steps into Dutch running market with Run2Day acquisition, Rise Point–Run2Day Deal Joins Broader Consolidation in Northern European Sporting Goods Sector, Robbert Cornelissen, Roger Federer, Run2Day, Run2Day enters new era under CEO Robbert Cornelissen after Rise Point Capital deal, Run2Day growth, Run2Day Webshop BV, running community, running gear, running market, running retailer, Running retailer Run2Day joins Rise Point Capital portfolio amid rising sportswear demand, running specialty retailer, Schwinn, Sergio van Luijk, Signa Sports United, SPAC, sporting goods, Sporting Retail Consolidates Across Benelux and DACH as Investors Target Growth in Niche and Outdoor Brands, Sports Industry, sports retail, SportScheck, store network, strategic investment, Switzerland, TCS Amsterdam Marathon, United Kingdom, Wiggle, Yonderland
Rise Point Capital acquired Dutch running retailer Run2Day, marking a new ownership and leadership phase. Robbert Cornelissen was appointed CEO and co-shareholder, succeeding founder Ewout Braggaar. Run2Day operates 16 stores nationwide and maintains a strong community presence through events like … Read the full press release
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(IN BRIEF) Rise Point Capital has acquired Dutch running retailer Run2Day, marking a new chapter for the nearly 30-year-old brand. The company, which operates 16 stores across the Netherlands through a mix of owned and franchised locations, will now be … Read the full press release
Posted in Apparel, Fashion & Beauty, Business, Financial, Investment, Netherlands, Retail, Sports, Technology
Tagged acquisition, active running community, Amsterdam Marathon, appointment, Benelux, customer experience, DACH region, Dam tot Damloop, deal-by-deal, digitalization, Dutch running market, Ewout Braggaar, franchise network, independent sponsor, leadership, leadership transition, Leusden, mid-market investment, Netherlands, Nordics, retail expansion, Rise Point Capital, Rise Point Capital acquisition, Robbert Cornelissen, Run2Day, Run2Day growth, running community, running market, running specialty retailer, Sergio van Luijk, sports retail, United Kingdom
(IN BRIEF) The Otto Group has appointed long-serving logistics specialist Martin Umland as its new Group Vice President Supply Chain Management, effective October 1, 2025. Umland, who has been with the company since 2006 and most recently led Bonprix Group’s … Read the full press release
Posted in Business, Financial, Germany, Industrial, Investment, Management, Marketing, News, Retail, Technology, Transportation & Logistics
Tagged AI robotics, appointment, Bonprix Group, Boston Dynamics, corporate services, Covariant, Hamburg, Hermes Fulfilment, Kay Schiebur, leadership, leadership transition, logistics strategy, Martin Umland, Otto Group, Otto Group announces leadership transition as Martin Umland takes over supply chain management responsibilities, Otto Group names Martin Umland as new Group Vice President Supply Chain Management starting October 2025, Otto Group strengthens logistics leadership with appointment of Martin Umland as Group Vice President Supply Chain Management, Raphael Adrian Maier, Supply Chain Management, Switzerland
(IN BRIEF) Gasum has appointed finance executive Mikko Jaatinen as CFO and member of the Management Team. He joins from Coolbrook and previously spent over ten years in finance roles at Neste. Jaatinen replaces Kai Laitinen, who leaves the position … Read the full press release
Posted in Business, Energy, Gas & Oil, Financial, Finland, Industrial, Infrastructure & Utilities, Investment, Management, Marketing, News, Technology
Tagged appointment, CFO appointment, Coolbrook, corporate finance, Finland, Gasum, Kai Laitinen, leadership, leadership transition, management team, Mika Wiljanen, Mikko Jaatinen, Neste, Nordic energy market, strategic development