SKF Nomination Committee Proposes New Board Members for 2026

The Nomination Committee of AB SKF has put forth its recommendations for new members of the Board of Directors as it prepares for the 2026 Annual General Meeting (AGM). Two prominent executives, Karen Florschütz and Maximiliane Straub, are being proposed for election to the Board.

Proposed Candidates

Karen Florschütz currently serves as the Top Group Executive at Airbus, where she recently held the position of Executive Vice President for Connected Intelligence in the Airbus Defense and Space division. Throughout her career, she has taken on various significant roles at Siemens, including the Chief Executive Officer of Customer Services and the Vice President and General Manager of Systems Engineering. Her extensive experience in the aerospace and engineering sectors is expected to bring valuable insights to SKF's Board.

On the other hand, Maximiliane Straub has forged a commendable path at Bosch, where she has assumed several leadership roles. Notably, she was the President of Global Services, the Executive Vice President for North America, and the President of Full Brake Systems at the company. Her background in engineering and business management is anticipated to enhance the strategic direction of AB SKF.

Board Composition Changes

The recommendation also includes the proposal to maintain a diverse Board consisting of twelve members. Alongside the two nominations, the Nomination Committee is advocating for the re-election of existing Board members: Hans Stråberg, Håkan Buskhe, Mats Rahmström, Hock Goh, Geert Follens, Rickard Gustafson, Beth Ferreira, Therese Friberg, Richard Nilsson, and Niko Pakalén.

Hans Stråberg, who has actively contributed to the company's governance, is proposed to continue as the Chair of the Board. Stråberg's leadership will be crucial in guiding the board through the changes and challenges that lie ahead.

Looking Ahead to the 2026 AGM

The Nomination Committee that has put forth these recommendations consists of notable figures including Marcus Wallenberg of FAM, Henning Elmberger from Cevian Capital, Anders Algotsson of AFA Försäkring, and Anders Jonsson from Skandia. Together with the Chair of the Board, Hans Stråberg, they form a cohesive team that is invested in steering AB SKF toward future successes.

It’s noteworthy that Susanna Schneeberger has opted out of re-election for the upcoming AGM, paving the way for new leadership dynamics within the Board. The Nomination Committee is expected to reveal additional proposals in conjunction with the notice for the 2026 Annual General Meeting.

These developments hold promise for AB SKF as it seeks to harness the expertise of these accomplished leaders while maintaining a focus on strategic growth and innovation in the engineering and manufacturing sectors.

For those looking for further information, the company has designated Carl Bjernstam for press inquiries and Sophie Arnius for investor relations, emphasizing open communication both with shareholders and the media.

As AB SKF continues to evolve and adapt, the 2026 AGM will serve as a pivotal moment for stakeholders to assess the direction set forth by the newly proposed Board members and the re-elected leaders alike.