Axel Gallant has been appointed as the new CEO of digital platform cybersecurity company Irdeto, which is owned by Canal+.
He will take over from Doug Lowther, who has led the company since 2015. The company said the pair will work together to “ensure a seamless leadership transition for customers, partners and employees”.
“Doug has provided strong leadership during a pivotal period in Irdeto’s history,” said Stéphane Baumier, CTO at CANAL+. “On behalf of the CANAL+ Group, we thank him for his contributions and commitment to Irdeto.
“We are pleased to appoint Axel Gallant as our next chief executive officer,” added Baumier. ”Axel has worked at CANAL+ since 2013, managing various pay-TV businesses for the Group across Africa, Europe and Asia. This track record gives him the experience and perspective to guide Irdeto through its next phase of growth and innovation.”
Reflecting on 11 years as CEO, Lowther commented, “The last decade has been marked by constant change in the world and in the industries we serve, and it’s been a great honour to lead the incredible people at Irdeto during that time. I’d like to thank our customers, partners, and stakeholders for the trust they have placed in us and the privilege of working with them.”
