The President of the Republic of Finland has today awarded the highest industrial honorary title to Carl-Gustaf Bergström, member of Cargotec's Board of Directors. The title is the highest that can be granted to an industry leader in Finland. Bergström has been a member of Cargotec's Board of Directors since May 1, 2006 and prior to that served Cargotec during 1970-2006. He was President and CEO during 2002-2006. During 1986-2002 he served as Senior Executive Vice President. Bergström was President of Cargotec's load handling business area Hiab during 1985-1997.
Carl-Gustaf Bergström is a Chairman of the Trade Policy Committee of the Confederation of Finnish Industries. He is also a member of the Board of Directors of Technology Industries of Finland and Förslags Ab Sydvästkusten.