Ricardo Sáenz Amandi takes over as GMV Defence and Security General Manager

GMV has appointed Ricardo Sáenz Amandi as Defence and Security General Manager. With this new appointment, the company is strengthening its leadership in an area of strategic importance amid today’s geopolitical climate.

Previously Defence and Security Programs Manager, Sáenz Amandi brings 30 years of in-sector experience at GMV. Throughout his career, he has played a pivotal role in overseeing the division’s flagship programs and cultivating relationships with clients and institutions in Spain and internationally. 

This strong professional track record has led to his appointment as Defence and Security General Manager. In this new role, he will focus on driving GMV’s growth and development in the domain, bolstering the company’s technological capabilities, and cementing its position as a trusted strategic partner for its clients.

“GMV has secured a leading position in the defence and security sector thanks to the talent and commitment of its staff, the trust placed in the company by its clients, and the leadership of Manuel Pérez Cortés. I take on this new responsibility with enthusiasm and resolve. My goal is to advance the company’s capabilities and leverage our position within the industry to address the current and future defence and security challenges facing our society”.

Ricardo Sáenz Amandi succeeds Manuel Pérez Cortés, who is stepping down from the position after more than four decades of decisive contributions to GMV’s development. However, Pérez Cortés will remain associated with the company as an advisor, continuing to share his experience and expertise to ensure continuity in the division’s strategic roadmap.

This appointment is aligned with GMV’s long-term strategy and comes at a time when the evolving geopolitical landscape is placing defence and security higher than ever on the strategic agenda. Against this backdrop, GMV will continue to solidify its role as a key player within the defence technology and industry ecosystem, doing its part to deliver advanced capabilities that ensure the security and defence of Spain and its allies.

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