Elopak’s Board of Directors has confirmed that Håkon Volldal will take over as Chief Executive Officer ahead of schedule on November 2, 2026. On the same date, interim CEO Bent K. Axelsen and interim CFO Ola Buarøy will resume their former responsibilities as CFO and Director of Finance and Tax, respectively.
Dag Mejdell, Chair of the Board comments: “Håkon brings extensive leadership experience from listed industrial technology companies, including as President and CEO of Nel and Head of TOMRA Collection Solutions, both companies with a clear growth agenda advancing innovation and sustainability based on systemic, societal market shifts. His track record in scaling engineering‑led businesses, driving operational improvement and leading transformation makes him well qualified to lead Elopak through its next phase of growth, innovation and sustainability supporting the company’s strategy.”
Volldal joins Elopak from Nel ASA, where he currently serves as President and CEO. Earlier in his career, he was CEO of Q-Free and held multiple executive positions at TOMRA, including Executive Vice President and Head of TOMRA Collection Solutions. He earned a Master of Science in Industrial Engineering and Technology from the Norwegian University of Science and Technology.
“I am excited to be joining Elopak, a company with a strong purpose, a proud heritage, and a clear vision for the future. Throughout its history, Elopak has demonstrated how innovation and sustainability can go hand in hand to deliver value to customers, shareholders, and society. I look forward to listening, learning, and working closely with colleagues, customers, and partners around the world. My top priorities will be to accelerate the implementation of Elopak’s ‘Repackaging tomorrow’ strategy and continue to drive positive change in the packaging industry,” says Håkon Volldal.
Volldal will guide Elopak as the food and beverage industry responds to food manufacturing trends, evolving food processing technology, and changing food distribution trends. His focus on food and drink industry innovation and food and drink sustainability will also support the company’s response to food and drink regulations, developments in food and drink packaging, emerging food and drink marketing strategies, and shifting food and drink consumer trends.
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