--- title: "Apstec Systems Appoints Daniel Holtsjö as Vice President of Business Development, APAC" type: "Press release" date: "2026-01-12" updated: "2026-10-29" description: "Apstec Systems, a global provider of AI-driven solutions for advanced people security screening, today announced the appointment of Daniel Holtsjö as Vice President of Business Development, APAC, effective 15 January 2026." url: "https://apstec.clearagency.ai/news/apstec-systems-appoints-daniel-holtsjo-as-vice-president-of-business-development" canonical: "https://apstec.clearagency.ai/news/apstec-systems-appoints-daniel-holtsjo-as-vice-president-of-business-development" markdown_url: "https://apstec.clearagency.ai/news/apstec-systems-appoints-daniel-holtsjo-as-vice-president-of-business-development.md" site: "Apstec" publisher: "Apstec Systems (Apstec Sweden AB (publ))" contact: "info@apstecsystems.com" language: "en-US" breadcrumbs: - "Home: https://apstec.clearagency.ai/" - "News, Articles & Case Studies: https://apstec.clearagency.ai/news" - "Apstec Systems Appoints Daniel Holtsjö as Vice President of Business Development, APAC: https://apstec.clearagency.ai/news/apstec-systems-appoints-daniel-holtsjo-as-vice-president-of-business-development" --- # Apstec Systems Appoints Daniel Holtsjö as Vice President of Business Development, APAC *Press release · January 12, 2026* > Apstec Systems, a global provider of AI-driven solutions for advanced people security screening, today announced the appointment of Daniel Holtsjö as Vice President of Business Development, APAC, effective 15 January 2026. Stockholm, Sweden – 12 January 2026 Apstec Systems, a global provider of AI-driven solutions for advanced people security screening, today announced the appointment of Daniel Holtsjö as Vice President of Business Development, APAC, effective 15 January 2026. In this role, Daniel will lead Apstec’s commercial expansion and partner development across the Asia-Pacific region, a key strategic growth market for the company. Daniel is a seasoned security executive with more than 25 years of international experience in senior operational and commercial leadership roles. He brings deep expertise in market building, regulatory and compliance frameworks, and operational execution—enabling the translation of advanced security technology into scalable, real-world solutions. Prior to joining Apstec Systems, Daniel served as Country President for Securitas in China, Cambodia, and Thailand. Most notably, he led the transformation of the Shanghai operation, successfully navigating complex regulatory environments and scaling the business into a market-leading position. He has also worked with Safehotels, focusing on international compliance, risk management, and security standards. Daniel Holtsjö Daniel is a respected member of the APAC security community. He serves as a Board Member of ASIS International APAC and Vice Chairman of the ASIS Thailand Chapter, and holds certifications as a Certified Security Manager (CSM) and Certified Anti-Terrorism Specialist (CATS). His professional background includes service as a Military Police officer in the Swedish Armed Forces, specialising in high-risk protection. Commenting on the appointment, Niclas Gustafsson, Group CEO of Apstec Systems, said: “I am very pleased to welcome Daniel to Apstec Systems. APAC is a strategically important growth region for us, and Daniel brings the leadership, regional insight, and operational credibility required to succeed. Together with Johan Adler, Vice President of Sales, APAC, Daniel will form a strong regional leadership team focused on accelerating partner-driven growth and expanding Apstec’s footprint across Asia-Pacific.” Daniel Holtsjö added: “I am excited to join Apstec Systems at a time of strong momentum and innovation. The company’s AI-based approach to people security screening addresses real operational challenges faced by security organisations across APAC. I look forward to working closely with customers and partners to support safer and more efficient security operations throughout the region.” - Media Inquiries — Please contact Apstec Corporate Communications +46 8 525 130 65 [press@apstecsystems.com](mailto:press@apstecsystems.com) - About Apstec — Apstec develops advanced, high-throughput screening technology to detect explosives, weapons, and narcotics. We excel in combining sophisticated detection technologies with AI and machine learning to deliver innovative solutions capable of simultaneously screening large numbers of people and their belongings in real-time, identifying diverse threats while ensuring a seamless, non-intrusive security process. ## Related articles - [Apstec Systems' Falcon Plus and Merlin Screening Systems Tested Under UK NPSA's Discriminative Detection Test Methods](https://apstec.clearagency.ai/news/apstec-systems-falcon-plus-and-merlin-screening-systems-tested-under-uk-npsas-di.md) — Press release, 2026-08-28 - [Apstec Delivers Security Screening Solution to a Leading Cultural Institution in Asia](https://apstec.clearagency.ai/news/apstec-delivers-security-screening-solution-to-a-leading-cultural-institution-in.md) — Press release, 2026-04-16 ## How to cite Apstec Systems (Apstec Sweden AB (publ)). “Apstec Systems Appoints Daniel Holtsjö as Vice President of Business Development, APAC”. 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