Gøran Bye

Gøran Bye is an experienced leader in the semiconductor materials and photovoltaic industries, currently serving as GM Solar Technologies at Fortescue Future Industries since August 2023. As the owner and principal of Advanced Materials Management Solutions, LLC since 2009, Gøran Bye has provided strategic advice to various boards and senior executives. Notable past roles include Interim Chief Project Officer at Qatar Solar Technologies, adviser to Fortune 500 companies on new photovoltaic technology, and leadership positions at Iosil Energy Corporation, UMOE Solar, and various industry advisories. Gøran Bye has also held executive roles such as CEO at Norwegian Crystals and REC Silicon, and Director of Masdar Industries, successfully preparing LDK Silicon for IPO readiness during a leadership tenure at LDK Group. Gøran Bye's educational background includes studies at BI Norwegian Business School and the Norwegian Navy Officers School.