Sandvik appoints new President of business area Sandvik Rock Processing Solutions

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Sandvik has appointed Richard Harris as the new President of the Rock Processing Solutions (SRP) business area, effective October 1, 2022. He succeeds Anders Svensson, who is leaving to lead Konecranes. Harris, with over 20 years at Sandvik, previously served as President of Walter and has a robust operational background. His leadership is expected to drive growth and strengthen the management team. Svensson's departure is set for October 14, 2022, after completing the third-quarter report.

Positive

• Richard Harris has a proven track record in performance management and execution.
• His leadership is anticipated to drive growth and positively impact SRP.

Negative

• Anders Svensson's departure may lead to concerns regarding continuity and experience in leadership.

STOCKHOLM, July 15, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Sandvik has appointed Richard Harris as President of business area Sandvik Rock Processing Solutions (SRP) and new member of the Sandvik Group Executive Management, effective October 1, 2022. He succeeds Anders Svensson, who as previously announced is leaving Sandvik to become President and CEO of Konecranes. Richard Harris is currently President of Walter, a division within business area Sandvik Manufacturing and Machining Solutions. 

"Richard Harris is an experienced international leader with a very strong operational background who has proven great performance management and execution skills during his years at Sandvik. In addition, he has successfully driven an active growth and acquisition agenda. I am convinced that he will be a very good fit as business area President for SRP and a great addition to the Group Executive Management," says Stefan Widing, President and CEO of Sandvik. 

Richard Harris was born in 1970 and is a British national. He has been with the Sandvik Group since 2002 in various senior positions within Sandvik Machining Solutions (SMS). Before becoming President of Walter in 2019, he was President of the Wolfram division. Previous positions also include several different Supply and Production Director roles within SMS.

Anders Svensson will leave Sandvik on October 14, in connection to completing the report for the third quarter. 

For further information, contact Louise Tjeder, VP Investor relations, phone: +46 (0) 70782 6374 or Johannes Hellström, Press and Media Relations Manager, phone: +46 (0) 70721 1008.

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FAQ

Who is the new President of Sandvik Rock Processing Solutions?

Richard Harris has been appointed as the new President of Sandvik Rock Processing Solutions, effective October 1, 2022.

What position did Richard Harris hold before becoming President of SRP?

Prior to becoming President of SRP, Richard Harris was the President of Walter, a division within Sandvik.

When will Anders Svensson leave Sandvik?

Anders Svensson will leave Sandvik on October 14, 2022, after completing the third-quarter report.

What is Richard Harris's background?

Richard Harris has over 20 years of experience at Sandvik in various senior positions, including supply and production roles.

Why was Richard Harris chosen for the role of President of SRP?

He was chosen for his strong operational background and proven skills in performance management and growth execution.