SKF announces changes to Group Management

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SKF has appointed Annika Ölme as Chief Technology Officer and Senior Vice President of Technology Development, effective October 15, 2022. Annika, formerly of SAAB Radar Solutions, has extensive experience, including roles at General Electric's Arcam and previous positions at SKF from 2002 to 2017. CEO Rickard Gustafson expressed enthusiasm about her return, highlighting her role in enhancing technology development for both current and future applications involving rotating shafts.

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• Appointment of Annika Ölme as CTO signifies a strong leadership choice for technology development.
• Annika's extensive background in engineering and technology management is expected to enhance SKF's innovation capabilities.

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GOTHENBURG, Sweden, Aug. 24, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- SKF announces the appointment of Annika Ölme as CTO and Senior Vice President, Technology Development.

Annika joins SKF from SAAB Radar Solutions, where she is CTO and Head of Engineering. Annika has also been Managing Director of Arcam, a subsidiary of General Electric. Between 2002-2017, Annika held various positions within SKF.

Annika has a Master of Science in Electrical Engineering from Chalmers University of Technology and a Master of Business Administration from Waikato University.

Rickard Gustafson, President and CEO, says: "I'm happy to welcome Annika back to SKF and look forward to working with her as we continue to strengthen our technology development efforts for traditional and future applications around the rotating shaft."

Annika will join SKF on 15 October.

Aktiebolaget SKF
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CONTACT:

For further information, please contact:
PRESS: Theo Kjellberg, Director, Press Relations
tel: 46 31 337 6576, mobile: 46 725-776576, e-mail: theo.kjellberg@skf.com

INVESTOR RELATIONS: Patrik Stenberg, Head of Investor Relations
Patrik Stenberg, 46 31-337 2104; 46 705-472 104; patrik.stenberg@skf.com

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FAQ

Who is the new CTO at SKF?

Annika Ölme has been appointed as the new Chief Technology Officer at SKF.

When will Annika Ölme start her role at SKF?

Annika Ölme will officially join SKF on October 15, 2022.

What previous experience does Annika Ölme have?

Annika Ölme has previously worked as CTO at SAAB Radar Solutions and held positions at General Electric's Arcam.

What is the significance of Annika Ölme's appointment for SKF?

Her appointment is expected to strengthen SKF's technology development efforts, particularly in rotating shaft applications.