James Lamont leaves FT to lead Norway’s DN Media Group

James Lamont will leave the Financial Times at the end of the year to become chief executive of Norway’s DN Media Group, closing a 25-year chapter at the FT that spanned editorial leadership, strategic partnerships and digital development.

Lamont’s FT career included eight years as Managing Editor, a period in which he helped guide the newsroom through a pivotal digital transformation. He previously oversaw the World News Desk in London and served as bureau chief in South Asia and Southern Africa. In recent years his remit expanded to include partnerships, technology strategy, educational projects, financial markets data, FT Ventures investments and efforts to grow the FT’s audience in markets such as India.

Roula Khalaf, editor of the Financial Times, thanked Lamont for his wide-ranging contributions and international influence across the organisation.

Lamont joins DN Media Group with strong ties already in place, having served on its board since 2017. The company publishes Dagens Næringsliv, Norway’s leading business daily, alongside sector titles in shipping, energy, aquaculture and broader business coverage. His appointment is expected to bring significant strategic and digital experience to the group.

Before joining the FT, Lamont worked as Business Editor at Finance Week and Deputy Editor at the Middle East Times. He holds a BA in English and Related Literature and an MA in Southern African Studies from the University of York, as well as an Executive MBA from Brown University.

Source: Noah Wire Services

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