Micael Johansson of Saab, as the new VC of the board at ASD, will drive concrete initiatives, and foster technological advancements to address emerging security challenges in Europe.
Saab has announced that Micael Johansson, President and CEO of Saab, has been elected as the Vice Chairman of the board at Aerospace and Defence Industries Association of Europe (ASD). This appointment comes at a crucial time when defence and security in Europe are of paramount importance, with the European defence industry playing a vital role in maintaining peace in the region.
In his role as Vice Chairman of the board at ASD, Johansson aims to advocate for ASD’s interests, drive concrete initiatives, and foster technological advancements to address emerging security challenges in Europe. The appointment provides him with a platform to actively contribute to shaping the future of the European defence industry.
Micael Johansson, President and CEO, Saab said, “It is an honour to be elected to this position by my CEO peers and the national associations of ASD. I very much look forward to helping to steer ASD in these challenging times for Europe, together with the newly elected ASD President and Chairman of the board, Airbus CEO Guillaume Faury. Through my role as Vice Chairman of the board at ASD, I will be able to advocate for ASD’s interests, drive concrete initiatives, and foster the technological advancements necessary to address emerging security challenges in Europe.”
ASD is a prominent organization representing European aerospace, defence, and security industries, particularly in relation to EU institutions. It also engages on a global level with other international bodies of significance to the sector. With more than 3,000 member companies, ranging from small and medium-sized enterprises to larger corporations, operating in various domains such as aerospace, defence, space, and security, ASD serves as a collective voice for the industry.
The combined efforts of ASD’s members employ approximately 879,000 people and generated a turnover of €238 billion in 2021. ASD collaborates closely with policymakers, institutions, and other stakeholders to foster a secure and innovative defence industry ecosystem in Europe.
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Micael Johansson’s appointment as Vice Chairman of the board at ASD demonstrates his deep commitment to the industry and his desire to contribute to the development of a strong and unified European defence industry. With his leadership and expertise, he is well-positioned to drive positive change, promote collaboration, and address the evolving security challenges facing Europe.
