Geir Bjørkeli has made the choice to step down from his function as CEO of Corvus Energy. However, he’ll proceed in his place till on the newest December 31, 2023.
“After leading Corvus for five and a half years, I believe it is time for the company to have a new leader. Together with the rest of the team, I have dedicated extensive efforts to elevate Corvus into a prominent green industrial company within the maritime sector. The company continues to experience significant growth, with supply issues resolved post-pandemic and record-high order intake. Therefore, I believe now is an opportune moment for a change in leadership,” stated Bjørkeli.
Established in 2009, the corporate is headquartered in Nesttun, Bergen. Under Bjørkeli’s stewardship, Corvus has established gross sales workplaces throughout massive components of Asia and North America.
Under his management, Corvus has established gross sales workplaces throughout important areas in Asia and North America. Additionally, the corporate has constructed three factories positioned in Newhaven, simply exterior Seattle, US, Richmond, close to Vancouver, Canada, and Bergen, Norway.
These expansions have contributed to a powerful development in turnover. Furthermore, Corvus Energy’s initiatives have resulted within the discount of over 10 million tons of CO2 emissions worldwide, showcasing its dedication to environmental sustainability.
“Geir has skilfully guided Corvus via an distinctive interval of development, firmly positioning the corporate as a number one world participant in maritime electrification. We maintain immense respect for Geir and his crew’s accomplishments, and the board is happy that he efficiently navigated via difficult years, leaving the corporate in a superb state. The board will promptly start the seek for a brand new Managing Director,” stated Mikael Mäkinen, Chairman of Corvus Energy.
Bjørkeli, a mechanical engineer by education and holds a MBA in Shipping, Offshore and Finance, brought with him 25 years of experience in the international maritime industry when he assumed the role of CEO at Corvus Energy in January 2018. He is a board member of The Federation of Norwegian Industries, serves as Chairman of their maritime branch, and is a board member of NCE Maritime Clean Tech.
“Corvus holds a singular market place because the maritime sector propels ahead in embracing sustainable practices. I’m happy with our achievements, but I’m eagerly anticipating new challenges. I firmly imagine that I nonetheless have a lot to contribute to the business globally, however my dedication stays steadfast in main Corvus till my successor assumes the function. With its distinctive workforce and visionary managers, Corvus possesses boundless potential,” stated Bjørkeli.
