Volue, a leader in technologies and services that enable its customers to succeed in the energy transition, has appointed a new Senior Vice-President (SVP) for its Power Grid business line.

Richard Schytte, who previously held the role of Volue’s Chief Commercial Officer (CCO), will now take on the SVP position. He will be based at Volue’s Oslo headquarters.  

Volue is a Nordic market leader in the power grid sector and provides innovative software solutions that enable grid companies to streamline and automate their processes related to designing, maintaining, analysing and monitoring the grid.

Trond Straume, CEO, Volue, had this to say on today’s announcement: “I am delighted to secure Richard as our new SVP for our Power Grid business line. His expertise, leadership, sector knowledge and commercial insight will strengthen our current offering as we build upon our position as a Nordic market leader.”

Richard Schytte, SVP, Volue Power Grid, said: “Across our grid offering, the team collaborates with unwavering dedication, exceptional talent, and relentless drive to achieve success and deliver exceptional value to our customers.  I am excited about my new role and look forward to working with my colleagues to enhance our day-to-day, operational and strategic offering.”

Trond Straume, Volue’s CEO, will now also function as interim CCO until a new hire is in place.