Changes in Hansa Tankers Management

Torfin Eide appointed CEO, Per Ola Johansen as CCO and Vebjørn Lid as COO

Hans Solberg steps down as CEO of Hansa Tankers today, in line with a long-planned succession following his 70th birthday earlier this year. Hans co-founded the company and has led it since its founding, building it into a recognized commercial operator in the chemical tanker sector.

Hans continues as founding Partner, focusing on business development and relationships with pool partners, investors and other strategic partners.

Torfin Eide is appointed CEO. Per Ola Johansen, CCO, assumes full commercial responsibility. Vebjørn Lid is appointed COO, with full operational responsibility.

Torfin Eide, CEO:

“I want to thank Hans for his leadership since the company's founding. His relationships and commercial insight will continue to create value in his new role.”

Hans Solberg, founding Partner:

“Leading Hansa Tankers since its founding has been a privilege. The company is in good hands with Torfin, Per Ola and Vebjørn, and I look forward to contributing to its further development.”

Contact:

Torfin Eide, CEO – torfin.eide@hansa-tankers.com - +47 90 14 81 84

About Hansa Tankers

Hansa Tankers is a Bergen-based commercial operator in the chemical tanker sector, managing a pool of chemical tankers on behalf of shipowners and partners worldwide.