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Stegra Appoints Markus Holm as CFO

Analysis based on 7 articles · First reported Feb 05, 2026 · Last updated Feb 05, 2026

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The appointment of Markus Holm as CFO for Stegra is a positive development, signaling continued progress in the company's strategic growth and financing efforts. The smooth transition with Otto Gernandt remaining as an advisor mitigates potential negative impacts.

Steel industry Green energy Manufacturing

Stegra, an industrial impact scale-up focused on green steel production, has announced the appointment of Markus Holm as its new Chief Financial Officer, effective March 1, 2026. Holm brings over 20 years of experience from various industries, including green energy and start-ups, having previously served as CFO and Board Member of Elcogen Group, and held executive roles at Sanoma, Metsä Board, and Metsä Group===Metsä Tissue Corporation. He will succeed Otto Gernandt, who is stepping down after more than five years with Stegra but will remain as a senior advisor to assist with ongoing funding initiatives. Gernandt was a founding member of Stegra's management team and played a crucial role in the company's financing and the establishment of the green steel market. Stegra, founded in 2020, is currently constructing an integrated plant for green hydrogen, green iron, and green steel in Boden, Sweden.

100 Stegra appointed new Chief Financial Officer Markus Holm
80 Otto Gernandt stepped down as CFO Stegra
70 Otto Gernandt remained as senior advisor Stegra
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Stegra has appointed Markus Holm as its new Chief Financial Officer, succeeding Otto Gernandt. This appointment is part of the company's ongoing development as it constructs its green hydrogen, iron, and steel plant.
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Markus Holm has been appointed as the new CFO of Stegra, bringing over 20 years of experience from various industries including green energy and start-ups. His experience is seen as a great fit for Stegra's industrial impact scale-up.
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Otto Gernandt is stepping down as CFO of Stegra after more than five years but will remain as a senior advisor to ensure a smooth transition and focus on ongoing funding initiatives. He was a founding member of the management team and played a key role in the company's financing and establishment of the green steel market.
Importance 70 Sentiment 0
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Henrik Henriksson, CEO at Stegra, expressed his satisfaction with Markus Holm's appointment, highlighting his experience and values. He also acknowledged Otto Gernandt's significant contributions to Stegra.
Importance 30 Sentiment 0
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Markus Holm's most recent role before joining Stegra was as CFO and Board Member of Elcogen Group.
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Markus Holm previously held roles as CFO and COO of Sanoma.
Importance 10 Sentiment 0
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Markus Holm previously served as CFO of Metsä Board.
Importance 10 Sentiment 0
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