Peter Nilsson

President and CEO, Trelleborg Ab Publ

Search every verified Peter Nilsson interview, podcast appearance, and on-the-record quote — each transcript cross-checked by AI and human review to confirm speaker identity. On November 6, 2024, Peter Nilsson was named "Årets Ledare" (Leader of the Year) by Affärsvärlden, an award given annually since 1984 to individuals in Swedish business or administration who have demonstrated outstanding leadership. The jury described Nilsson as having transformed Trelleborg from a subcontractor into a leading specialist in its industry over his nearly 20 years as CEO, citing his high energy, clear delegation of responsibility, and personal warmth. The award was noted as benefiting shareholders through the company's streamlining. In his acceptance remarks, Nilsson said he viewed the recognition as appreciation not only for himself but also for others' perception of his work and conduct as a leader. He stated he wanted to share the award with many within Trelleborg. Nilsson described himself as consistently energetic and noted that the company has seen many changes and decisions, which he called the core of his approach. He emphasized the importance of showing interest in individuals beyond daily work and decisions. Nilsson added that he continues to find new challenges and perspectives in the business, noting that Trelleborg has grown from a European company with 75–80% of sales in Europe to a well-established presence across Asia and North America.