VARD appoints new CEO

Cathrine Kristiseter Marti has been appointed chief executive officer at Vard Group AS, with effect from 1 June 2024. Marti replaces the current ceo, Alberto Maestrini, who will retain his position as chairman of the board. 

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Maestrini will continue to lead the Offshore and Special Vessels business in Fincantieri within which Vard sits, and will continue to support Vard’s integration in the wider Fincantieri Group.

Cathrine Marti comes from the position as CEO of Ulstein Group and has extensive industry experience from 25 years within maritime related industries.

”I am honored and proud to take over the responsibility as CEO and I am confident, that together with the competent and engaged colleagues in VARD, we will continue to grow as a trusted player in the shipbuilding industry and create long term value for the shareholder,” Cathrine Marti said.