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August 2025
TFL announces important leadership updates that will further strengthen the company’s position and support its long-term growth strategy.
Effective September 1, 2025, Samer Al Jabi will assume the role of Chief Commercial Officer (CCO).
Samer has been with TFL since March 2025 and has been instrumental in leading TFL’s five-year strategic plan. In his new role, he will drive the company’s growth through commercial excellence and strategic initiatives. With his extensive experience in the chemical industry, Samer has successfully led global businesses, built high-performing teams, and executed transformative acquisitions. His leadership and vision will be key as we enter this next phase of growth.
Effective July 1, 2025, Kaija Korolainen was appointed Group Chief People Officer (CPO). Kaija has a strong track record of strategic HR leadership across multiple industries and geographies. At TFL, she is responsible for leading the people strategy, with a focus on building an inclusive, high-performing culture and driving organizational excellence to enable the successful execution of TFL’s strategy.
One final update concerns “Our valued COO, Henrik Pedersen has decided to retire on January 1, 2026, after nearly 21 years with TFL in various key roles. We have launched a search to find a successor for him”.
“These leadership appointments reflect our commitment to strengthening TFL’s strategic and people agenda while ensuring continuity in our operations, all with the goal to deliver the best value to our customers” said André Lanning, CEO. “We warmly welcome Samer and Kaija to their new roles and extend our sincere thanks to Henrik for his outstanding service at TFL.”
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