By
Rebecca Gibson |
Niclas Mårtensson replaced Carl-Johan Hagman as CEO of European passenger and freight ferry operator Stena Line on 28 September.
Mårtensson has more than 10 years’ experience of working in different senior positions within Stena Line, including route manager in Germany and Poland, chief operating officer, and most recently, deputy CEO.
“I’m really looking forward to the exciting assignment of, with our customers in focus, realising our journey towards a sustainable and digital company,” said Mårtensson. “The transportation needs of our freight and travel customers continue to increase and evolve and Stena Line, with its comprehensive European network, is well positioned to meet that demand in a sustainable way.”
Hagman has resumed his position as chairman of the Stena Line Board and will also remain head of shipping at Stena AB.
“This appointment is a natural step in our development process,” said Carl-Johan Hagman. “We are pleased that we have recruited a CEO internally who will be able to fully focus on realising the strategy.”