with proven expertise in the technology and digital transformation industries , Atos said Bernaert ’ s first mission will be to successfully complete the next stages of the group ’ s transformation plan .
CHRISTIAN SCHERER
JOB FROM : AIRBUS CHIEF COMMERCIAL OFFICER
JOB TO : COMMERCIAL AIRCRAFT BUSINESS CEO , AIRBUS
This appointment will ensure dedicated operational focus for Airbus , allowing the Airbus CEO to focus on the strategic , global and transformational agenda of Airbus .
“ It is an honour and a thrill to be called upon to lead our Commercial Aircraft business at such a critical time for our industry ,” said Scherer .
CHRIS HOUGHTON
JOB FROM : SENIOR VICE PRESIDENT AND HEAD OF MARKET AREA NORTH EAST ASIA , ERICSSON
JOB TO : CHIEF OPERATING OFFICER , ERICSSON
Chris Houghton , who is currently Senior Vice President , Market Area North East Asia , has worked at Ericsson for over three decades . He has deep institutional knowledge across key markets and operational areas of the
business . In his new role , Houghton will manage cross group initiatives and ongoing cost efficiency programmes .
STEVE SMITH
JOB FROM : ESTIMATING AND TECHNICAL PROCUREMENT DIRECTOR , MERIT
JOB TO : MANUFACTURING DIRECTOR , MERIT
“ Embracing innovation and driving the future of construction is not just a vision ; it ’ s our commitment ,” said Smith . “ As Manufacturing Director at Merit , I am honoured to lead a team dedicated to revolutionising the industry . Together , we will build a brighter , more efficient tomorrow for our customers and the world of construction .”
STEVE BAGSHAW , CBE JOB FROM : CPI , DIRECTOR
JOB TO : CHAIR , HIGH VALUE MANUFACTURING CATAPULT
Bagshaw was the General Manager and CEO of Fujifilm Diosynth Biotechnologies for 13 years . He was awarded a CBE for services to the manufacturing and biotechnology sector in 2020 .
“ A fundamental role of HVM Catapult is making sure innovative manufacturing businesses of every scale get the help they need to succeed .”
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