Ansell Limited (ASX: ANN) managing director and CEO Neil Salmon will retire after 13 years with the company, including serving as chief executive since September 2021.
The board has appointed former Fiskars Group CEO and President Nathalie Ahlström as his successor, citing her global leadership experience.
“We are delighted to appoint Nathalie as Ansell’s next managing director and CEO. Nathalie brings exceptional leadership experience, a track record of delivering results in complex global markets, and a deep understanding of innovation and operational excellence. These qualities, combined with her strategic vision, will help ensure that Ansell continues to strengthen its market position and deliver long-term value for our stakeholders,” Ansell chair Nigel Garrard said,
“Neil has played a pivotal role over his 13 years with Ansell and, as CEO, in creating the foundations of the company’s recent success. Results can be seen in strong organic growth in difficult market conditions, improved productivity and success implementing the company’s long term sustainability strategy. Improved operational excellence can be seen most notably in the successful integration of the Kimberly-Clark PPE business, Ansell’s largest-ever acquisition. On behalf of the Board and the entire Ansell team, I would like to thank Neil for his strong contributions and the positive impact he has made on our business, our people, and our culture. We wish Neil well for the future.”
Ahlström will join Ansell for a transition period from January 26, 2026 and will take over as managing director and CEO on February 16, 2026. She will be based at the company’s Brussels hub in Belgium.
After stepping down, Salmon will remain a special adviser to the board and the incoming CEO until June 30, 2026 to support the handover.
Shares are currently down 6.1% on the news.