Henrik Petersson
About Henrik Petersson
Henrik Petersson serves as the Senior Vice President and Head of Corporate Government Relations at Saab, a position he has held since 2014. He has extensive experience in export control and compliance, having previously held various roles at Saab and served in leadership positions at multiple industry organizations.
Current Role at Saab
Henrik Petersson serves as the Senior Vice President and Head of Corporate Government Relations at Saab. He has held this position since 2014, contributing to the company's strategic direction and government relations in Stockholm, Sweden. His role involves overseeing compliance with export regulations and fostering relationships with governmental bodies.
Previous Experience at Saab
Henrik Petersson has extensive experience at Saab, having worked in various capacities. He was the Director of Export Control and Licensing from 2003 to 2006, and prior to that, he served as the Commercial Manager for Aftermarket from 2002 to 2003. Following his initial roles, he became the Vice President and Head of Corporate Export Compliance from 2006 to 2014, where he focused on ensuring adherence to export laws and regulations.
Board Memberships and Leadership Roles
Henrik Petersson holds several board positions and leadership roles. He has been the Vice Chair of the Board at the International Council of Swedish Industry (NIR) since 2020 and a member of the board since 2015. He is also a member of the board at Säkerhets- och försvarsföretagen (SOFF) since 2017. Additionally, he has served as the Vice Chairman of the Defense Business Unit at ASD Europe since 2019.
Education and Academic Background
Henrik Petersson studied at Linköpings universitet, where he gained foundational knowledge relevant to his career. He also attended Erikdahlbergs gymnasium, where he completed his Bachelor’s degree from 1984 to 1988. His education has provided him with the skills necessary for his roles in the defense and export compliance sectors.
Involvement in Export Control Committees
Henrik Petersson has actively participated in export control committees throughout his career. He served as the Chairman of the Export Control Committee for the Swedish Security and Defence Industry Association from 2007 to 2014. Additionally, he held the position of Chairman of the Export Control Committee at ASD Europe from 2010 to 2015, focusing on regulatory compliance and industry standards.