Iveco Group N.V. has announced a key change in its senior leadership team
Sylvain Blaise, President of the Powertrain Business Unit, will step down from his role on June 29 to assume a new position as CEO of Manitou Group.
Having spent 24 years with Iveco Group, Blaise has held several leadership positions, including leading FPT following the company’s formation as an independent entity in 2022. During his tenure, he successfully guided the Powertrain Business Unit through various industry challenges, delivering consistent performance and strengthening the Group’s overall position.
He will continue in his current role until the end of June to ensure a smooth transition.
The Group also announces that Simone Curti will assume the role of President, Powertrain Business Unit, on 30th June 2026, succeeding Sylvain Blaise. Mr Curti will be a member of the Senior Leadership Team and will report directly to the CEO of Iveco Group, Olof Persson.
After earning a degree in Mechanical Engineering from the Politecnico di Torino, Mr Curti began his career with the Company in 2004, holding roles of increasing responsibility and seniority within the Truck and Powertrain Business Units, and currently leading Truck Business Unit commercial operations in EMEA. His extensive experience across the Group and broad industry knowledge range from engineering to quality, industrial platforms, customer management and commercial operations.
Olof Persson, CEO, Iveco Group, commented: “I want to thank Sylvain for his dedication to our customers and partners, and to the whole Powertrain team. Under his steady and forward-looking leadership, FPT has spearheaded innovation and technology development, along with efficiency and resilience. His achievements provide a strong foundation for the brand under its new leader, Simone Curti. I am confident that Simone will continue to accelerate our Powertrain business, leveraging his well-rounded experience and solid relationships with customers and partners. On behalf of the Senior Leadership Team, I wish Sylvain continued success in his professional endeavours and I welcome Simone to his new role at Iveco Group.”
Iveco Group N.V. is a global automotive company with strong Italian roots, focused on sustainable mobility and customer-driven innovation.
The Group operates through five key brands: IVECO (trucks), FPT Industrial (advanced powertrains), IVECO BUS and Heuliez Bus (public transport solutions), and IVECO CAPITAL (financing services).
With around 33,000 employees, 16 industrial sites, and 22 R&D centres worldwide, the company combines engineering expertise with a strong international presence.
