Brüel & Kjær Vibro (B&K Vibro), a worldwide supplier of condition monitoring and protection solutions for industrial machinery, has named Victor Castro as its new CEO.
Castro, who will be based at B&K Vibro’s headquarters in Darmstadt, Germany, will lead the global organization in growth and operational management.
“B&K Vibro has a proud legacy as pioneers in condition monitoring and machine protection, delivering innovative solutions that optimize asset uptime and performance while safeguarding people, infrastructure, and machinery. With a robust foundation built on integrity, teamwork, and ambition, we are committed to giving every machine a voice, providing actionable insights that boost productivity and support a sustainable society,” Castro said.
Castro joined B&K Vibro in 2023 as CFO, and his promotion to CEO reflects his ongoing achievements in that role. Prior to B&K Vibro, he served more than 20 years as a managing director, CFO, and CEO, acquiring a proven track record in leading organizations through sustainable growth, strategic realignment, and digital transformation. Castro has an extensive background in financial services, IT, R&D, and digital platforms, having worked with software solution and digital health providers. As an experienced change manager, Castro has successfully spearheaded company reorganizations, expanded product portfolios, and optimized processes to drive profitability and innovation.
“B&K Vibro will invest in future product development driven by customer feedback and market intelligence,” Castro said. “We aim to develop a service-oriented ecosystem for machine protection and condition monitoring, leveraging state-of-the-art technology. Additionally, we are committed to strengthening our collaboration with the NSK Group in product lifecycle management, capitalizing on our shared strengths to deliver comprehensive turnkey solutions that meet the evolving needs of our customers.”
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