Yves Rannou will join Senvion as chief executive on 1 January 2019.
Rannou will take over the role from acting chief executive and chief financial officer Manav Sharma.
Chairman of Senvion’s supervisory board Steven Holliday said: “We are delighted that Yves is able to join us in January, will finalize the overall strategic approach and will be leading the implementation of all operational decisions right from the beginning of the new year.
“l want to welcome him on behalf of the entire Senvion team and the supervisory board. We also want to thank Manav Sharma and David Hardy for their excellent stewardship over the past months.”
Rannou said: “I am very much looking forward to start at Senvion. The company provides a perfect basis to continue its global growth.
“As for all industry players the next years are crucial and though they offer challenges, they also offer great opportunities. I am glad to become part of the Senvion team and together with the senior leadership team ensure that the company is making the transitions needed to remain an industry leader in an innovative and very future relevant industry.”
Rannou’s previous roles include various global positions at General Electric and Alstom. Most recently he was president and chief executive of GE Renewable Energy’s hydro division.