Per Erik Holsten is Division President Energy Industries, bringing 40 years’ experience to this executive leadership role.

Per Erik started his career at ABB in 1986, developing his experience as an engineer before progressing to senior and executive management. He was previously the Managing Director for Oil, Gas and Chemicals at ABB globally, leveraging his leadership skills and expertise in automation, engineering and management to oversee ABB’s global operations across these industries. Per Erik brings extensive experience from earlier roles, including as Head of Process Automation and Head of Oil, Gas & Petrochemicals, Norway; as well as Global Industry Group Manager for Oil, Gas and Chemicals and HUB Manager Northern Europe.

Per Erik holds an MBA in International Business from the University of East London. He studied Engineering at South Trondelag University College in Norway. He is based in Oslo, Norway.