Martijn Bergink appointed President of the Marine Division of Alfa Laval

LUND, Sweden, July 22, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Alfa Laval today announces that Martijn Bergink has been appointed President of the Marine Division, effective 1 September 2025. This is in addition to his current roles as President of Business Unit Pumping Systems in the Marine Division and Managing Director of Framo, an Alfa Laval-owned company. 

Martijn Bergink joined Alfa Laval in 1998 and, since then, he has held multiple senior leadership positions within the company, mostly in the Marine Division. In his new role as president of the Marine Division he will join Group Management. Martijn will continue as the Managing Director of Framo and President of BU Pumping Systems. 

"Martijn has had a long and successful career in Alfa Laval and has a deep knowledge and understanding of the dynamics and developments in the marine industry", says Tom Erixon, CEO and President, Alfa Laval. 

In 2024 the Marine Division of Alfa Laval accounted for 40 percent of the order intake. The division employs 6,300 of the group's 22,300 people. The division delivers a wide range of products, systems and solutions for the marine industry, focusing on enhancing energy efficiency, decarbonization, digitalization, and compliance with environmental regulations. 

"I am honoured and excited by the opportunity to lead the Marine Division. I look forward to further developing the business to meet future customer needs as we continue the decarbonization journey and seize the opportunities ahead of us. I'm also looking forward to joining Group Management to help shape the future for Alfa Laval," says Martijn Bergink.

The current President of the Marine Division, EVP Sameer Kalra, will be retiring after a long, and successful tenure at Alfa Laval. Sameer joined Alfa Laval when the company acquired Aalborg Industries in 2011 and has been instrumental in the continued growth and success of the Marine Division, and in the work to develop products and technologies to support the decarbonization of the merchant fleet. 

"It has been a big privilege to lead the transformation of the Marine Division through the ongoing energy transition," says Sameer Kalra. "I have truly enjoyed being a part of the team on this journey. Now I am looking forward to more family time from my home base in Singapore."

Tom Erixon, CEO and President, Alfa Laval, says: "Sameer Kalra is leaving the Marine Division and the Marine team in very good shape to continue its journey. He has shaped the business, the portfolio and our culture more than most." 

Contacts

Johan Lundin
Head of Investor Relations, Alfa Laval
Mobile: +46 730 46 30 90
[email protected]
 

Sara Helweg-Larsen
Head of Communication, Alfa Laval
Mobile: +46 730 35 80 98
[email protected]

This is Alfa Laval 

The ability to make the most of what we have is more important than ever. Together with our customers, we're innovating the industries that society depends on and creating lasting positive impact. Alfa Laval is a leading global provider of first-rate products in the areas of heat transfer, separation and fluid handling. We're set on helping billions of people to get the energy, food, and clean water they need. And, at the same time, we're decarbonizing the marine fleet that is the backbone of global trade.

We pioneer technologies and solutions that enable our customers to unlock the true potential of resources. As our customers' businesses grow stronger, the goal of a truly sustainable world edges closer. The company is committed to optimizing processes, creating responsible growth, and driving progress to support customers in achieving their business goals and sustainability targets. Together, we're pioneering positive impact.

Alfa Laval was founded 140 years ago, has customers in 100 countries, employs more than 22,300 people, and annual sales were SEK 66.9 billion (5.8 BEUR) in 2024. The company is listed on Nasdaq Stockholm.

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