Ralf Kannefass has been named as Cassidian’s new Head of Programs. As part of his function, Kannefass will also be a member of Cassidian’s Executive Committee. The appointment will come into effect as of June 1.

Prior to his appointment at Cassidian, Kannefass served as the Head of the Turbo Equipment business segment within the Oil and Gas Division of Siemens Energy.

Kannefass holds a degree in aeronautics and mechanical engineering. He started his career at the Siemens Transportation Group in the Mergers and Acquisitions (M&A) and Strategic Marketing Department. Later on he moved to programme, sales and general management assignments within the energy sector of Siemens, including international positions in the US. In the course of this career Kannefass has become an experienced manager in turnkey projects in international environments.