Swedavia Appoints Ulf Nygren as New Airport Manager at Kiruna Airport

Swedavia has announced the appointment of Ulf Nygren as the new airport manager at Kiruna Airport, effective December 2024.

Nygren brings extensive experience in infrastructure management and leadership, previously serving at SSC Esrange Space Center, where he oversaw infrastructure, hotel, restaurant, and office operations.

He also held key roles within the Kiruna Municipality Group, including project and administrative management positions.

“We are delighted to welcome Ulf to Swedavia and the aviation industry. His expertise will greatly benefit both Swedavia and Kiruna Airport as we continue to enhance regional connectivity and drive the transformation of the aviation sector,” said Karin Öhrström, Director of Regional Airports at Swedavia.

Nygren will succeed Andreas Fredriksson, who stepped down from the role on August 31, 2024. Looking ahead to his new position, Nygren expressed enthusiasm: “I’m excited to join Swedavia and contribute to such an important mission. The airport plays a vital role in the region’s connectivity, development, and competitiveness.”

A resident of Kiruna, Nygren holds a Bachelor of Science in Engineering from Luleå University of Technology. He will officially begin his role on December 13, 2024.