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Tony Harris appointed new head of SSAB Europe

Organization, Group Executive Committee, SSAB Europe
December 17, 2024 7:30 CET
Tony Harris appointed new head of SSAB Europe
Tony Harris has been appointed new head of SSAB Europe effective February 1, 2025. He transitions into this role from his current position as Head of Sales and Business Development at SSAB Europe.


Tony Harris, photo by SSAB

He has a strong commercial background from both small and medium-sized enterprises and multinational corporations. His expertise covers not only sales and business development but also operations and general management.

“Tony has played a crucial role in driving SSAB Europe’s progress, demonstrating a deep understanding of our company’s operations and culture”, says Johnny
Sjöström, President and CEO of SSAB. “His extensive market knowledge and commitment to international customers will be vital, as we continue our journey towards fossil-free steel production.”

Since joining SSAB in 2014, following the merger with Rautaruukki, Tony has served as a key member of SSAB Europe’s Management Team. Upon assuming his new role, he will also join SSAB’s Group Executive Committee. Tony will succeed Olavi Huhtala, who earlier has announced his retirement.


For further information, please contact:
Viktoria Karsberg, Head of Corporate Identity and Group Communications at SSAB,
[email protected], phone: +46 72 233 5288
Gunilla Hjalmarson, Head of External Relations and Press at SSAB, phone: +46 76 117 9185,
[email protected]

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