Helene Svahn
Director/Board Member at MERCEDES-BENZ GROUP AG
Net worth: 89 431 $ as of 2024-04-29
Profile
Helene Svahn is currently the Director at Swednano Tech AB and Forskning & Framsteg.
She is also an Independent Member-Supervisory Board at Mercedes-Benz Group AG, a Member at the Royal Swedish Academy of Sciences, a Professor at the Royal Institute of Technology, and a Member at the Royal Swedish Academy of Engineering Sciences.
Previously, Dr. Svahn served as the President, Chief Executive Officer & Director at Haldex AB from 2019 to 2021.
She was also the Chief Executive Officer at Picovitro AB from 2003 to 2013.
Additionally, she held positions such as Chairman at the Young Academy of Sweden, Marketing Director at Silex Microsystems AB, Director at Axel Johnson International AB from 2020 to 2022, Director at The Nobel Foundation from 2014 to 2019, Director at Stiftelsen för Strategisk Forskning from 2013 to 2019, and Director at Konecranes Oyj.
Furthermore, Dr. Svahn was a Professor at the University of Twente from 2005 to 2008 and Senior Vice President-Research & Innovation at Permobil AB from 2015 to 2019.
She holds a graduate degree from the University of Uppsala and a doctorate degree from the Royal Institute of Technology.
Known holdings in public companies
| Company | Date | Number of shares | Valuation | Valuation date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
KONECRANES OYJ
0.00% | 2023-12-30 | 1,689 ( 0.00% ) | 89 431 $ | 2024-04-29 |
Helene Svahn active positions
| Companies | Position | Start |
|---|---|---|
| MERCEDES-BENZ GROUP AG | Director/Board Member | 2021-09-30 |
Royal Swedish Academy of Engineering Sciences
 Royal Swedish Academy of Engineering Sciences Miscellaneous Commercial ServicesCommercial Services The Royal Swedish Academy of Engineering Sciences (IVA) is an organization that brings together around 1,300 academy members and 250 companies to bridge the gap between academia, business, and politics. The non-profit company is based in Stockholm, Sweden. The Swedish company's aim is to work towards people's ability to contribute positively to society. The organization runs an internship program called Tekniksprånget, which gives young people in Sweden the opportunity to test the engineering profession through a four-month paid internship. The program has been running since 2012 and aims to inspire more people to choose a higher technical education. The CEO of the company is Björn O. Nilsson. | Corporate Officer/Principal | - |
Royal Swedish Academy of Sciences
 Royal Swedish Academy of Sciences Miscellaneous Commercial ServicesCommercial Services The Royal Swedish Academy of Sciences provides research and development services on sciences. The non-profit company is based in Stockholm, Sweden. | Corporate Officer/Principal | - |
| Royal Institute of Technology | Corporate Officer/Principal | 2007-12-31 |
Forskning & Framsteg
 Forskning & Framsteg Publishing: Books/MagazinesConsumer Services Forskning & Framsteg is a foundation that took over the publication of the magazine Forskning & Framsteg in 1979. The private company is based in Stockholm, Sweden. The magazine covers topics such as environment, energy, medicine, and debates. | Director/Board Member | - |
Swednano Tech AB
 Swednano Tech AB Financial ConglomeratesFinance Swednano Tech AB provides financial support services. The private company is based in Stockholm, Sweden. | Director/Board Member | - |
Former positions of Helene Svahn
| Companies | Position | End |
|---|---|---|
Axel Johnson International AB
 Axel Johnson International AB Financial ConglomeratesFinance Axel Johnson International AB acquires and develops companies in the fields of technical components and industrial process solutions. It operates through the following business groups: Fluid Handling Solutions, Industrial Solutions, Lifting Solutions, Power Transmission Solutions, and Transport Solutions. The Fluid Handling Solutions business group moves, measures, and dispenses difficult-to-handle and high-viscous liquids. The Industrial Solutions business group specializes in mobile drivelines, industrial automation, and industrial services. The Lifting Solutions business group supplies wire rope, hoists, overhead cranes, and other lifting products together with connected services. The Power Transmission Solutions business group provides mechanical power transmission components and related services to European manufacturers in various industries. The Transport Solutions business group offers a range of cargo securing solutions for road, air, and sea transport; and provides components for commercial vehicles. The company was founded by Axel Johnson in 1873 and is headquartered in Stockholm, Sweden. | Director/Board Member | 2022-06-30 |
| HALDEX AB (PUBL) | Chief Executive Officer | 2021-05-30 |
Permobil AB
 Permobil AB Medical SpecialtiesHealth Technology Permobil AB engages in the manufacture and sale of electric wheelchairs and accessories. It focuses on pediatrics, outdoor, and indoor use for mobility and rehabilitation. The company was founded by Per Uddén in 1963 and is headquartered in Timra, Sweden. | Chief Tech/Sci/R&D Officer | 2019-05-31 |
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Training of Helene Svahn
| University of Uppsala | Graduate Degree |
| Royal Institute of Technology | Doctorate Degree |
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| Listed companies | 2 |
|---|---|
| MERCEDES-BENZ GROUP AG | Consumer Durables |
| KONECRANES OYJ | Producer Manufacturing |
| Private companies | 12 |
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Haldex AB
 Haldex AB Auto Parts: OEMProducer Manufacturing Haldex AB engages in the development and manufacture of air controls and foundation brake. It produces air management systems, air suspension systems, electronic braking systems, actuators, automatic brake adjusters, disc brakes, and electronic lining wear sensors. It operates under the following geographical segments: Americas, Europe, and Asia. The company was founded in 1887 and is headquartered in Landskrona, Sweden. | Producer Manufacturing |
Royal Swedish Academy of Sciences
Royal Swedish Academy of Sciences Miscellaneous Commercial ServicesCommercial Services The Royal Swedish Academy of Sciences provides research and development services on sciences. The non-profit company is based in Stockholm, Sweden. | Commercial Services |
Silex Microsystems AB
 Silex Microsystems AB Electronic Production EquipmentElectronic Technology Silex Microsystems AB is a holding company that manufactures customized Micro Electro Mechanical Systems (MEMS) products. The firm operates as an independent MEMS foundry. Its product MEMS, which are complex mechanical and electrical systems are built in micro scale on one single chip. Its product is divided in categories such as: sensors, actuators, and basic three-dimensional structures. The company was founded by Johan Edvard Soren Kalvesten in October 2000 and is headquartered in Jarfalla, Sweden. | Electronic Technology |
Axel Johnson International AB
Axel Johnson International AB Financial ConglomeratesFinance Axel Johnson International AB acquires and develops companies in the fields of technical components and industrial process solutions. It operates through the following business groups: Fluid Handling Solutions, Industrial Solutions, Lifting Solutions, Power Transmission Solutions, and Transport Solutions. The Fluid Handling Solutions business group moves, measures, and dispenses difficult-to-handle and high-viscous liquids. The Industrial Solutions business group specializes in mobile drivelines, industrial automation, and industrial services. The Lifting Solutions business group supplies wire rope, hoists, overhead cranes, and other lifting products together with connected services. The Power Transmission Solutions business group provides mechanical power transmission components and related services to European manufacturers in various industries. The Transport Solutions business group offers a range of cargo securing solutions for road, air, and sea transport; and provides components for commercial vehicles. The company was founded by Axel Johnson in 1873 and is headquartered in Stockholm, Sweden. | Finance |
| The Nobel Foundation | Miscellaneous |
| Stiftelsen för Strategisk Forskning | Miscellaneous |
Permobil AB
Permobil AB Medical SpecialtiesHealth Technology Permobil AB engages in the manufacture and sale of electric wheelchairs and accessories. It focuses on pediatrics, outdoor, and indoor use for mobility and rehabilitation. The company was founded by Per Uddén in 1963 and is headquartered in Timra, Sweden. | Health Technology |
Royal Swedish Academy of Engineering Sciences
Royal Swedish Academy of Engineering Sciences Miscellaneous Commercial ServicesCommercial Services The Royal Swedish Academy of Engineering Sciences (IVA) is an organization that brings together around 1,300 academy members and 250 companies to bridge the gap between academia, business, and politics. The non-profit company is based in Stockholm, Sweden. The Swedish company's aim is to work towards people's ability to contribute positively to society. The organization runs an internship program called Tekniksprånget, which gives young people in Sweden the opportunity to test the engineering profession through a four-month paid internship. The program has been running since 2012 and aims to inspire more people to choose a higher technical education. The CEO of the company is Björn O. Nilsson. | Commercial Services |
| Picovitro AB | |
Swednano Tech AB
Swednano Tech AB Financial ConglomeratesFinance Swednano Tech AB provides financial support services. The private company is based in Stockholm, Sweden. | Finance |
Young Academy of Sweden
 Young Academy of Sweden Miscellaneous Commercial ServicesCommercial Services Young Academy of Sweden provides a platform for young researchers to have a voice in the field of science. The private company is based in Stockholm, Sweden. | Commercial Services |
Forskning & Framsteg
Forskning & Framsteg Publishing: Books/MagazinesConsumer Services Forskning & Framsteg is a foundation that took over the publication of the magazine Forskning & Framsteg in 1979. The private company is based in Stockholm, Sweden. The magazine covers topics such as environment, energy, medicine, and debates. | Consumer Services |
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