Mahler appoints Thomas Barsawme as CEO of Hjulsbro Steel AB
Linköping, Sweden, August 20, 2026
Mahler Investments is pleased to announce the appointment of Thomas Barsawme as the new Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Hjulsbro Steel AB as of October 1, 2026.
Thomas Barsawme joins Hjulsbro Steel from Consolis Group, one of Europe’s leading manufacturers of precast concrete solutions, where he served as Chief Purchasing Officer and Head of Global Supply Chain Management. During his career, he has held senior leadership positions in procurement, supply chain management and business transformation at international companies including Consolis and NCC. He holds an electrical engineering degree from Linköping University as well as an Executive MBA from Stockholm University.
With more than twenty years of international leadership experience, Thomas brings a strong combination of strategic leadership, business development and customer orientation. As CEO, he will lead Hjulsbro Steel into its next phase of growth, with a focus on strengthening customer partnerships, driving operational excellence, business innovation and further expanding the company’s position and proposition in its markets.
Thomas Barsawme commented:
“I am honored by the confidence that Mahler and the Board have placed in me. Hjulsbro Steel has an outstanding reputation, a talented team and a strong customer focus. I look forward to building on that foundation, strengthening our customer relationships and leading the company towards the next phase of growth.”
Arjen Rijpkema, director of Mahler Investments, commented:
“Hjulsbro Steel has built a strong position in the prestressing steel market and is seeking further growth. Thomas combines strategic leadership with a deep understanding of our customers and our industry. Together with our employees, we are confident he will further strengthen Hjulsbro Steel’s market position and create long-term value for all stakeholders.”
The Board and Mahler sincerely thank Ivan Kaic for his leadership and unconditional dedication since becoming CEO in 2018. During his tenure, Hjulsbro Steel strengthened its market position and built a solid state-of-the-art foundation for future development. We thank Ivan for his significant contribution and wish him every success in the future.
The Board looks forward to welcoming Thomas to Hjulsbro Steel and supporting the company in its next chapter of growth.
About Hjulsbro Steel AB
Hjulsbro Steel AB is a Swedish manufacturer of high-quality prestressing steel solutions. The company supplies prestressing steel for demanding construction and infrastructure applications and is recognized for its technical expertise, product quality, green profile, reliability and long-term customer partnerships.
About Mahler Investments
Mahler Group is a long-term entrepreneurial shareholder focused on building strong industrial businesses with sustainable growth potential through active ownership and strategic development.
Contact details
Arjen Rijpkema
Mahler Investments B.V.
a.rijpkema@mahlerinvest.com
+31 6 1212 0445