Per Erik Holsten is the President of the Energy Industries division of ABB, a technology leader in electrification and automation, enabling a more sustainable and resource-efficient future. The company’s solutions connect engineering know-how and software to optimize how things are manufactured, moved, powered and operated. Building on over 140 years of excellence, ABB is committed to driving innovations that accelerate industrial transformation.

In this role, Per Erik brings more than 30 years’ experience to oversee the delivery of solutions and services that automate, digitalize and electrify industry to ensure a safer, smarter and more sustainable use of resources across the oil & gas, power generation, water, chemicals and life science industries.

Per Erik started his career in ABB in 1986 and is a highly experienced leader with a strong track record – developing his expertise as an engineer before progressing to senior and executive management. Over the years, he has held a range of roles across organizational levels and functions, including sales and management of several global oil and gas, and chemicals businesses in ABB. Most recently he has been Hub Manager for Northern Europe, Energy Industries, as well as Country Managing Director for Norway.

Per Erik holds an MBA of International Business from the University of East London, UK. He also studied Engineering at Sør-Trøndelag University College (HiST), Norway.