Kongsberg Maritime CFO Mette Bjorgen takes leave of absence

Mette Toft Bjørgen, the Chief Financial Officer (CFO) of Kongsberg Maritime, has taken a leave of absence from her role, according to recent developments tied to the company’s corporate restructuring. The leave follows the completion of the demerger and stock exchange listing of Kongsberg Maritime on the Euronext Oslo Stock Exchange in April 2026. As part of the transition, Ms. Bjørgen assumed the CFO role at the newly listed entity, a position she held since the company’s separation from Kongsberg Gruppen ASA.

Kongsberg Maritime reported strong financial performance in its first quarter as an independent listed company, with revenues reaching MNOK 6,649 and an EBITDA margin of 13.4%. The company also reported an order intake of MNOK 7,502, contributing to a book-to-bill ratio of 1.13 and a robust order backlog of MNOK 27,851. These results underscore the company’s solid market position across vessel segments and its role in supporting energy and cost efficiency in the maritime industry.

The demerger was part of a broader strategic initiative by Kongsberg Gruppen ASA to separate its maritime business from its defence and aerospace operations, enabling each entity to pursue growth opportunities more effectively. The move was supported by the Norwegian government and was structured to maintain the existing shareholder base, with each Kongsberg Gruppen shareholder receiving one share in the new maritime company.

While no official statement has been issued regarding the nature or duration of Ms. Bjørgen’s leave, the company has not indicated any disruption to its financial operations or strategic direction. A new CFO is expected to be appointed following a recruitment process, as outlined in the company’s restructuring plans. Investors are advised to monitor future announcements from Kongsberg Maritime for updates on leadership changes and operational developments.