Mantena is strengthening its commercial focus and has hired Frode Nygaard as the new Head of Sales and Marketing. He will play a key role in further developing the company's market position, strengthening customer relationships, and identifying new growth opportunities in a rapidly evolving sector.
Nygaard assumed the position in August and joins Mantena with experience from a number of leading roles in commercial development, customer experience, and digital transformation. He has held leadership positions in, among other Cognizant, Capgemini, and Circle K/Statoil.
– Mantena has a unique position in the railway industry, with strong professional expertise, important societal responsibilities, and ambitions for further development. I look forward to contributing to strengthening cooperation with our customers and further developing the company's commercial efforts, says Frode Nygaard.
Group CEO Ingvild Storås believes the appointment will strengthen Mantena's ability to meet customer needs in a market characterized by increased expectations for quality, efficiency, and sustainability.
–– The railway sector is changing, and the demands for quality, efficiency, and predictability are constantly increasing. At the same time, we see new opportunities for growth and development in the market. To succeed, we must understand our customers' needs, further develop our services, and build strong, long-term relationships. Frode brings significant commercial experience that will strengthen Mantena's ability to create value for our customers and further develop the company
She points out that the combination of strong professional expertise and clear customer orientation will be crucial for the company's further development.
– Mantena shall be the preferred partner for maintenance and technical services in the railway sector. To achieve this, we must combine our strong professional expertise with clear customer orientation and commercial strength. Frode has the experience and execution skills needed to strengthen our market position and contribute to further development, says Storås.