Schottel strengthens North American organization with appointments in Louisiana

(SPAY, Germany) — Schottel has strengthened its North American organization with the appointment of Svante Fielding and Randall Freeman to Schottel Inc. in Houma, La.

Svante Fielding, new vice president operations, has 20 years of experience within the marine and propulsion industry. With past leadership positions across Europe/Scandinavia, North America and Asia spanning sales and service, aftermarket and production, Fielding brings a wealth of propulsion industry knowledge and international experience to the Schottel Inc. team.

Fielding started in the Schottel headquarters in Spay, Germany, and will join the management team of Schottel Inc. in Houma in spring 2016.

Randall Freeman, operations manager in Houma since August 2015, is part of Fielding’s team in the area of service operations. He has over 15 years of experience in the marine propulsion industry, serving in various technical and management positions.

By Professional Mariner Staff