Knut Nesse has been appointed chairman of the board of AKVA Group following Hans Kristian Mong’s decision to step down.
Hans Kristian Mong has led the board for more than six years and will continue as board member. Knut Nesse has broad international experience of management roles within the seafood sector and has served on AKVA’s board since May 2019. He was chief executive of Skretting from 2006 to 2012 and more recently spent six years as chief executive of Nutreco.
“We are very pleased to welcome Knut as the new chairman for AKVA Group,” said Hans Kristian Mong. “Knut has extensive international experience from the global aquaculture sector and with a very good network. I’m very confident that he will add value and support the continuous growth of AKVA Group.”
“I have known Hans Kristian and AKVA Group for many years,” said Knut Nesse. “I have the highest respect for his passion for the aquaculture and fishery sector and I’m truly impressed by the development of AKVA Group as a leading technology company. I look forward to continue working with Hans Kristian as a board colleague and main shareholder. I am excited by the growth possibilities for AKVA Group supported by a very innovative technology platform for sustainable aquaculture.”
