Flender, a leading global provider of mechanical and electrical drive systems, is pleased to announce the appointment of Tommy Rahbek Nielsen as President of the Wind business segment effective September 1, 2025. Tommy Rahbek Nielsen will succeed Aarnout Kant, who will continue to lead strategic global projects within the company and retain his role as General Manager Americas, reporting directly to the Group CEO. With its Winergy products, Flender is a market leader in drive systems for wind turbines, including core components such as gearboxes, generators, and direct-drive segments.
Tommy Rahbek Nielsen brings extensive experience in management, supply chain, and financial strategy in the wind industry. Most recently, he served as Executive Vice President & Chief Operating Officer (COO) at Vestas Wind Systems A/S. During his time at the wind turbine manufacturer Vestas, he achieved significant successes, including the development and implementation of global manufacturing and supply chain strategies as well as the successful integration of the offshore business. Since 2004, he has worked in a global environment, and has been active in key markets such as Germany and China, where he played a crucial role in promoting the wind industry.
"We are very pleased to welcome Tommy Rahbek Nielsen to Flender. We have worked closely and trustfully together for many years and are glad to have him on board now," said Andreas Evertz, CEO of the Flender Group. "His extensive expertise in the wind energy sector will be of great value as we continue to expand our Wind business segment and refine our strategic direction. We are confident that under his leadership we will achieve our goals and exceed our customers' expectations."
"I have known Flender for many years and look forward to getting to know my many new colleagues and taking on the role of head of the Wind segment. Together with the global team, we will expand our market position and continue to be the partner of choice for our customers. A special thanks to my predecessor Aarnout Kant, who has set the sails in the right direction and is handing over an excellent business," says Tommy Rahbek Nielsen.
"I am glad to know that the business responsibility is in trustworthy hands. Since I have known Tommy for many years, I am more than confident that he will further develop and strengthen the Winergy brand while I can focus on strategic wind and global projects for Flender," says Aarnout Kant.
The company looks forward to a seamless transition and continued success of its global wind initiatives.
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