News | Nordic Property News

ARTICLES TAGGED WITH "Per Berggren"

Castellum's Aims with Sjöberg at the Helm

Sweden — After two turbulent years with several CEO changes and a major acquisition of Kungsleden, Per Berggren and Castellum are aiming for a calmer period with Joacim Sjöberg as the new permanent CEO at the helm. For Nordic Property News he explains in more detail why the choice fell on the former acting CEO, why he will be an asset during these economically challenging times and how he views the company's share price, which is currently hovering around such a low value that has not been seen since the summer of 2016. Roger Akelius also comments on the appointment of Joacim Sjöberg.

Joacim Sjöberg Is Appointed President and CEO of Castellum

Nordic — The Board of Directors has appointed Joacim Sjöberg as the President and CEO of Castellum, with immediate effect. Joacim Sjöberg will decline re-election to Castellum's Board of Directors at the Annual General Meeting to be held on 23 March.

How Castellum Proceeds After the Heavy Board Losses

Sweden — Last Friday, Anna Kinberg Batra announced that she is leaving her seat on Castellum's board due to her new assignment as governor of Stockholm, and on Monday Rutger Arnhult announced that he too is leaving the board with immediate effect. Chairman of the Board Per Berggren tells Nordic Property News how he views the current situation on the board, how the vacant seats can be filled and how the hunt for a new CEO is progressing.

Unexpected Interest in the CEO Position in Castellum

Sweden — Castellum has come some way in the search for a new permanent CEO, but for the moment they have chosen to appoint board member Joacim Sjöberg as acting CEO. Board chairman Per Berggren tells Nordic Property News about why a temporary solution was chosen, how the process of finding a new CEO continues and about an unexpected interest that has appeared so far during the process.

Castellum's Chairman on Arnhult's Departure: "Had No Such Signals"

Sweden — Castellum's board was surprised when Rutger Arnhult informed them that he was stepping down as CEO. Chairman Per Berggren tells Nordic Property News how they want to replace him and how they view the fact that the major company has now lost two CEOs within the space of a year.

Castellum’s New Chairman: “Very Sad that it Turned Out like this”

Sweden — New Castellum Chairman Per Berggren tells Nordic Property News about the schism behind the change in CEO, the chairmanship of Castellum and the view of Rutger Arnhult's various roles and ownership interests.

The Battle for the Castellum Chairmanship

Sweden — Tensions are rising within the Castellum board over the position as chairman. Three members – Anna-Karin Hatt, Christer Jacobson and Nina Linander – will leave the board if Rutger Arnhult gets elected chairman. At the same time Per Berggren has been suggested as a possible new chairman. Christer Jacobson and Per Berggren gives Nordic Property News their view of the situation surrounding the charirmanship.

Another Candidate Up for the Chairman Position in Castellum

Sweden — Castellum has received a proposal regarding the composition of the Board of Directors from Stichting Pensioenfonds ABP, the second largest shareholder in Castellum, and two members of the Election Committee, Vincent Fokke, representing Stichting Pensioenfonds ABP, and Charlotte Strömberg, Chair of the Board of Castellum.

Hemsö Acquires Property Portfolio in Nacka

Sweden — Hemsö has acquired a portfolio comprising a number of properties in Nacka Municipality in Stockholm. The investment totals approximately SEK 1.5 billion (EUR 155M).

SSM Strengthens Board of Directors with Experienced Names

Sweden — SSM has fortified its Board of Directors with a number of well-known and experienced people from the real estate and financial sectors. Bo Andersson, Per Berggren, Sheila Florell, Ulf Sjöstrand and Jonas Wikström were elected as new Board members at an extraordinary general meeting. Ulf Sjöstrand is one of the two founders of the company. Anders Jansson remains as Chairman of the Board.

Hemsö Purchases Property Portfolio in Luleå

Sweden — Hemsö has signed a letter of intent regarding a property portfolio in Luleå of approximately 30,000 sqm.

Hemsö Acquires Retirement Home in Finnish Esbo

Finland — Hemsö acquires a property under construction in Esbo. The property is intended for a retirement home and rental units. The tenant for the retirement home will be the operator Mainio Vire, with a 15-year lease. The investment amounts to a total of about €29 M (MSEK 272).

Per Berggren Resigns As CEO For Hemsö

Sweden — After six years as CEO for Hemsö, Per Berggren has informed the board that he plans on resigning at the end of the year. Berggren has committed to staying until a new CEO has been selected and present.

Hemsö Expands Portfolio in Finland

Finland — Hemsö is purchasing a school currently under construction in Pori, Finland, for EUR 56.5 million. Hemsö already owns 17 properties in Finland.