New CEO at ScandiNova Systems AB appointed
Uppsala, Sweden, May 24, 2021, ScandiNova Systems AB, a world-leader in new-generation pulsed-power systems today announced that Niklas Edling has been appointed new CEO, beginning no later than 17th of November 2021.
Photo: Niklas Edling
Niklas Edling is currently Senior VP Corporate Development and deputy CEO at Mycronic AB. He has extensive experience from leading positions within both the Electronics and the MedTech industries in an international context and will contribute with his competence in corporate development, growth strategy, product management as well as in supply chain and operations. At Mycronic, Niklas has had a leading role and been responsible for the strategy during Mycronic´s growth journey, when the company went from 1 to 4 billion SEK in turnover.
” ScandiNova is a fantastic company with a unique position and great opportunities. I look forward to working with the team to build on the foundation that has been laid and continue on the strong growth journey”, said Niklas Edling.
ScandiNova has had seven successful years with Fredrik Mella as CEO. During this period, the company has experienced strong growth and is now established as a market leader within Radiotherapy and Big Science with customers like CERN, Varian Medical Systems, and Elekta. The company has also entered new areas, like Cargo Scanning and Food processing. The Board of Directors and Fredrik have jointly agreed that it is a suitable time to engage a new CEO for the next step in the development of the company.
“It has been a fantastic time at ScandiNova. The company has developed enormously, and we stand stronger than ever. I am happy and proud of what we have achieved together, and I wish the new CEO and all employees good luck on the continued journey!”, Fredrik Mella said.
“I would like to thank Fredrik for his meritorious efforts and the way he successfully managed the strong growth during his more than 7 years as CEO,” said Lena Olving, Chairman of the Board.
Fredrik will remain in the company as CEO until Niklas takes over, which will occur no later than November 17th.
Niklas Edling earned his Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering from the Royal Institute of Technology and a Master of Business and Administration from Stockholm School of Economics. The combination of high tech and business has been a common thread throughout his career.
” The Board is convinced that Niklas is the right leader in developing and driving ScandiNova forward. Niklas broad and extensive business development skills and strong leadership experience will help the company continue to expand and strengthen its customer offering,” said Lena Olving.
For more information, please contact:
Erik Sundström, Head of Communications, ScandiNova Systems AB, +46 70 395 33 95, erik.sundstrom@scandinovasystems.com
About ScandiNova
ScandiNova is by its breakthrough technology a world leader in the development and production of Pulsed Power Systems with high power levels. The product range covers pulse modulators and radiofrequency systems. The solutions have a key function in radiotherapy, scientific and industrial applications, with customers such as CERN, Elekta, and Varian Medical Systems. More than 95% of the production is exported to clients in over 45 countries worldwide. ScandiNova was founded in 2001 and has its head office in Uppsala, Sweden with 90 employees and sales representatives in key regions around the world.
