The Board of Directors of Viridien have appointed Henning Berg as Chief Executive Officer. Sophie Zurquiyah will remain Chair of the Board to maintain strategic continuity and to guide Viridien’s long-term vision.

Sophie Zurquiyah, Chair of the Board, said:
“I would like to personally thank all our employees, clients, and shareholders for their support over the past eight years. Serving as CEO during this pivotal period has been a privilege, as we rebuilt the Company and delivered on our asset-light, technology-differentiated strategy. With Henning’s experience, operational know-how, and proven leadership, combined with Viridien’s strong foundations, I am confident the Company is well positioned for continued success and long-term growth.”

Henning Berg, Chief Executive Officer, said:
“I am honored by the Board’s trust as I prepare to lead Viridien into its next chapter. Viridien combines strong foundations, differentiated expertise, a distinctive culture, and exceptional teams that deliver meaningful value to clients worldwide. I look forward to working alongside our people to accelerate innovation, deepen strategic client partnerships, and unlock the Company’s next phase of sustainable growth and long-term value creation.”

Henning joined Viridien as Chief Operating Officer in March 2026 before being appointed as CEO in June 2026.

Henning brings over 27 years of global leadership experience in the energy sector, including serving as President and Vice President across four major global businesses at SLB. His strong technical foundation, combined with deep operational and commercial expertise, has enabled him to lead organizations in complex, global, and cyclical environments. 

He began his career as an engineer before moving into operational management and subsequently holding global leadership positions across Europe, Africa, Russia, and the USA. In these roles, he managed multi-billion-dollar technology portfolios, oversaw service and project operations, led significant M&A integrations, and drove growth across multiple regions and product lines. 

He holds an MSc in Thermal Energy and Fluid Mechanics and an MSc in Management for the Oil and Gas Industry.

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