JBT Marel Fish division has announced key organizational changes designed to strengthen its leadership and operational efficiency. These changes will better position the Fish division to continue their customer-driven focus on solutions and technological innovations that will ensure a strong, sustainable future for the seafood industry.
Highlighting JBT Marel’s ambition to enhance Service offerings to their global customers, Diego Lages has moved into the role of Director Service, Fish. Transitioning from his role as Global Sales Director, Diego Lages brings 26 years of experience in the fish industry. His deep knowledge and understanding of customer needs will be of great advantage to the Service team.
“I am incredibly excited to take on the role of Director Service, Fish at JBT Marel. This feels like a return to the days when I built strong sales and service organizations in several countries around the globe. At JBT Marel, we always go beyond the machines in our offerings, and now I have a fantastic opportunity to prove this commitment to our customers and the entire seafood market. Our customers will be at the center more than ever, and I will build on the very strong foundation left by my predecessors,” said Diego Lages on his new appointment.
Stepping into the role of Director Sales, Fish, Jón Birgir Gunnarsson brings his extensive sales and leadership experience to drive growth. “I am proud to take on this new role. Growing up in Iceland, I have always been passionate about the seafood industry and automation. I am convinced that the complementary skills of our leadership team will elevate our relationship with customers to new heights. I look forward to contributing to our strategic vision and solidifying our position as a leader in the industry,” said Jón Birgir Gunnarson.
Along with the recent appointment of Skúli Sigurðsson as Vice President and General Manager, Fish, JBT Marel’s Fish leadership team combines decades of industry experience to ensure the needs of customers will be met and exceeded.
The recent unification of JBT Marel underscores a dedication to transforming food processing. The strategic organizational changes in the Fish division signal a strong intention to stay close to the roots of Marel Fish in the EMEA region, reinforcing the company’s dedication to its heritage and regional expertise. And solidifying its continued position of providing game-changing solutions and services as a leader in the seafood industry.