Trelleborg names new human resources SVP

Paolo Astarita has been appointed the Trelleborg Group’s new senior vice-president of human resources. He begins in this position on 1 October, succeeding Sören Andersson, who will then serve as senior advisor, human resources until his retirement at the end of the year.

Astarita has held the position of vice-president, human resources within the Trelleborg Wheel Systems business since 2001 and additionally been in charge of talent management for Trelleborg since 2011. Prior to joining the Swedish company he held various human resources positions at Pirelli and Manuli Rubber.

“We are delighted to have the possibility to promote Paolo. He has an excellent profile and experience to further develop the human resources function within the Trelleborg Group,” stated Trelleborg president and chief executive officer Peter Nilsson.

“I am glad for this appointment. I am committed to taking on this new responsibility, leveraging experience gained during 14 years of intense involvement in the business”, added Astarita.

Sören Andersson has held his current position since 1998. “I want to extend my heartfelt thanks to Sören Andersson. Through his competence and long experience in human resources, he has been a great asset in the development of the Group during his time at Trelleborg,” Nilsson concluded.