APAC Swedish Chamber CEO Talks – Helena Hedblom, Epiroc AB
Feb 28, 2024 (3:00 PM - 4:00 PM) GMT+8
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Helena Hedblom, President and CEO of Epiroc AB
Helena Hedblom, President and CEO of Epiroc AB
Current positions
• President and CEO of Epiroc AB
• Member of the Board of Stora Enso Oy and Wallenberg Investments AB, and member of the Royal
Swedish Academy of Engineering Sciences
Previous positions
• Senior Executive Vice President Mining and Infrastructure and a member of Epiroc Group
Management
• President of the Mining and Rock Excavation business area, Atlas Copco
• President of the Rock Drilling Tools division, Atlas Copco
Education
• M.Sc. in Material Technology from the Royal Institute of Technology, Stockholm, Sweden
Epiroc AB is a Swedish manufacturer of mining and infrastructure equipment. It is headquartered in Stockholm, Sweden and has manufacturing facilities in Sweden, the United States, Canada, Australia, China, India, Japan, and Germany. Epiroc’s history began in 1873 when the company – then called Atlas – was founded in Stockholm, Sweden. Epiroc and Atlas Copco shared their history until June 18, 2018, when Epiroc was distributed to Atlas Copco’s shareholders and became a stand-alone listed company. In December 2022, the company had 16,999 employees and a revenue of 49,604 MSEK.
Event Details
In an era marked by rapid technological advancements, transforming a traditional heavy industrial company into a fast-paced technology-driven entity requires a bold approach that encompasses strategic acquisitions, effective change management, and the cultivation of a dynamic corporate culture.
We are delighted to welcome Helena Hedblom, President and CEO of Epiroc Group, as our guest at our next SwedCham APAC CEO Talk on 28 February.
Ms Hedblom will talk about the transformation journey of Eprioc and how to move a heavy industrial company to become more of a fast-paced technology company. The success lies in the strategic blend of acquisitions, change management, and cultural evolution. By embracing innovation at every level and fostering a dynamic organisational culture, companies can position themselves at the forefront of technological progress, ensuring long-term sustainability and competitiveness in the global market.
