Cargotec shuffles roles

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- 17 May 2012 ( #565 ) - Helsinki, Finland
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Pekka Vauramo
Pekka Vauramo
Cargotec Corp has changed the roles of its executive board members to accelerate the implementation of its marketing strategy.
Chief operating officer Pekka Vauramo has been appointed executive vice president - marine, from 1 August. He will continue as deputy to the CEO. President and CEO Mikael Mäkinen will act as head of the marine business area until 1 August.
Olli Isotalo, the current executive vice president - marine, has been appointed executive vice president - terminals.
Unto Ahtola, the former executive vice president - terminals, has transferred to the new role of executive vice president, concentrating on developing projects. He continues to report to Mikael Mäkinen.
Pekka Vauramo, Olli Isotalo and Unto Ahtola continue as executive board members.
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