STOCKHOLM, Sweden, Sep 2, 2025 – Hexagon AB has announced that Norbert Hanke will succeed David Mills as interim chief financial officer (CFO) for Hexagon. David’s will remain available to Hexagon as financial advisor until Feb’2026.
Norbert Hanke joined Hexagon in 2001, recently serving as interim chief executive officer. Prior to that he was Hexagon’s chief operating officer and president of Hexagon’s manufacturing intelligence division. Norbert has also held several CFO roles during his career, including nine years as CFO of manufacturing intelligence and four years as director of finance at Brown & Sharpe.
“During his 25 years with Hexagon, David has served in multiple finance leadership roles, driving and developing improved financial performance and governance. Most recently, as CFO, he led improvements in financial disclosures and helped chaperone the Hexagon Group through several sizeable changes. I am particularly grateful for the support he has offered me since I joined as President & CEO, and while I am sorry to see him leave, I understand the circumstances around the decision,” said Anders Svensson, president and CEO, Hexagon AB, “I would also like to extend my thanks to Norbert Hanke. His financial acumen and 25-years of experience at Hexagon places him well to fulfil this critical role while we secure a permanent replacement.”
Source: Hexagon
About Hexagon AB
Hexagon AB, founded in 1975 and headquartered in Stockholm, Sweden, provides digital reality solutions by integrating sensors, software and autonomous technologies. Its products and services are used across sectors including manufacturing, construction, mining, agriculture, aerospace, automotive and defense. Core offerings include reality capture, intelligent positioning systems, industrial design and situational intelligence tools. The company has pursued a growth strategy through acquisition, completing more than 170 acquisitions since 2000. As of Dec. 31, 2024, it reported net sales of about €5.4B and employed approx. 24,800 people across 50 countries. The company continues to expand its global customer base, reflecting a focus on innovation and digital transformation.