# Former Universal Robots CEO Kim Povlsen named Bluefors chief executive

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Date: 13 May 2025
About: [Bluefors](https://technooptimist.io/companies/bluefors.md)
Original source: https://news.cision.com/bluefors-oy/r/bluefors-welcomes-kim-povlsen-as-new-chief-executive-officer,c4149334

Bluefors named Kim Povlsen, president and CEO of robot-arm maker Universal Robots, as its chief executive from no later than 1 October 2025. He replaces Jonas Geust, who stepped down at the end of 2024; founder Rob Blaauwgeers served as interim CEO in between.

## Key facts

- Povlsen earlier held leadership roles at Schneider Electric in Europe, the US and Asia.
- Bluefors had about 700 employees at the time.

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