Stavanger, 30 June 2026: Moreld ASA has appointed Henrik Melsom as Chief Executive Officer of its subsidiary Moreld Apply.
Melsom currently serves as Managing Director of Wood Norway and brings extensive experience from the oil and gas and energy service industry, including previous leadership and operational roles in Wood Norway and Aker Solutions.
The appointment follows a comprehensive search process, where both internal and external candidates were assessed. Following an overall evaluation of experience, competence and strategic fit, the company concluded that Melsom was the strongest candidate.
Melsom will assume the position latest January 1st, 2027. As previously communicated, Karsten Gudmundset will step down after more than ten years as CEO and will remain in his role until Melsom assumes the position.
Geir Austigard, Chief Executive Officer of Moreld, said:
“We are pleased to welcome Henrik as the new CEO of Moreld Apply. Henrik brings valuable experience and leadership capabilities, and we look forward to a strong development of the company under his management”
For more information, please contact:
CEO Geir Austigard
Telephone: +47 992 47 500
Email: Geir.austigard@moreld.com
CFO Trond Rosnes
Telephone: +47 404 14 494
Email: Trond.rosnes@moreld.com
About Moreld
Moreld is an industrial multi-disciplinary engineering group offering full-scope services across the offshore energy and marine industries including subsea installations. The group comprises Moreld Apply, Ocean Installer and Global Maritime. Moreld is a major player on the Norwegian continental shelf with an international footprint. The Group is located in 19 countries, giving access to all major offshore markets, and has over 2,500 employees and contractors. For more information, please visit https://moreld.com/.
About Moreld Apply
Moreld Apply is a leading provider of engineering, maintenance, and modification services for the energy sector. Headquartered in Stavanger, Norway, the company is part of the Moreld Group. With decades of experience and a robust track record on the Norwegian continental shelf, Moreld Apply serves clients in oil and gas, renewables, and other industrial markets, delivering tailored solutions that emphasize safety, efficiency, and innovation. For more information, please visit https://www.apply.no/.