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Vattenfall Names Sjur Jensen Head of Business Area Markets

Key highlights
  • Sjur Jensen becomes permanent Head of Business Area Markets.
  • He has been with Vattenfall for over 30 years.
  • Jensen previously managed commercial optimization and hedging.
  • Focus areas include asset optimization and market risk management.

Leadership Appointment

Sjur Jensen has been appointed as the permanent Head of Business Area Markets at Vattenfall, after serving in an interim capacity since August 2025. He will also join the Executive Group Management.

Role and Responsibilities

Jensen's role involves optimizing Vattenfall's asset portfolio, managing market risks, and providing market access. His work supports Vattenfall's strategic goals, including decarbonization and fossil-free energy production.

Professional Background

With over 30 years at Vattenfall, Jensen has held various senior roles, most recently overseeing the commercial optimization and hedging of Vattenfall’s generation assets.