Måns Johansson Appointed President Of Canfor Europe

9 August 2023

Since 2019, Måns has held the position of CEO at Vida, and prior to that, he served as the group's sales manager. Presently, he is poised to take on the dual role of President of Canfor Europe while retaining his position as CEO of Vida.

In line with their pursuit of growth and increased engagement in Europe, the company has consolidated all European initiatives under a single leadership. Måns Johansson, known for his extensive understanding of the European forest industry and customer-centric approach, has been entrusted with guiding these endeavors. His successful stewardship of Vida in recent years further reinforces his ability to effectively navigate this role.

Don Kayne, CEO of Canfor, emphasized the company's commitment to expansion in Europe and the decision to unite European initiatives under Måns Johansson's leadership. He acknowledged Måns's expertise and customer-focused approach as pivotal to this strategic move. Don Kayne highlighted Canfor's standing as one of the world's leading sawn timber producers and expressed optimism about their joint growth contributing to the provision of high-quality products for customers while also establishing itself as a sought-after workplace for employees.

Måns Johansson expressed enthusiasm for the opportunity to spearhead Canfor's ongoing expansion in Europe. He underscored the collective stature of their partnership as one of the globe's primary sawn timber producers. By nurturing this growth trajectory, he envisions a future where their collaborative efforts continue to yield top-tier products for clients and offer a thriving workplace for their dedicated employees.


Source:vida.se