Paulo Fernando Soares appointed as Group CEO, Kenersys

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Prior to joining Kenersys, Paulo worked as the CEO of Suzlon China in Beijing for a period of 5 years. Under his leadership Suzlon has successfully negotiated significant amount of contracts in the Chinese market, which have allowed the company to secure a place as one of the leaders among the international players in the industry in China. As the CEO of Suzlon China, he was responsible for developing its business from a start-up phase to a completely established plant with a capacity to manufacture 600 MW per year.

Paulo has over 15 years of experience in the Hydro Power business in Brazil and China. He has worked with Siemens Hydro in Brazil, followed by Voith Siemens Hydro joint venture in Shanghai, China. During his tenure with Voith Siemens, he has acquired in-depth knowledge across functions such as market development, manufacturing, project management, engineering and controlling. His last position was Vice President Project Management at Voith Siemens Shanghai in China from 2000 to 2005.

Paulo has a bachelor degree in Mechanical Engineering at Faculdade de Engenharia Industrial

Source: IWR Online, 26 Apr 2010