Torbjörn Törnqvist
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| Gender | Male |
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| Age | 71 |
| Born | Stockholm |
| Sweden | |
| Net worth | Forbes |
| Residence | Geneva |
| Switzerland | |
| Spouse | Natalia Törnqvist |
| Eva Birgitta Törnqvist | |
| Founded | Gunvor |
| Date of birth | January 1,1953 |
| Nationality | Swedish |
| Education | Stockholm University |
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| ID | 861759 |
Torbjörn Törnqvist Life story
Torbjörn Törnqvist is a Swedish billionaire, and the CEO and co-founder of Gunvor, "one of the largest commodities conglomerates in the world", with the Russian billionaire, Gennady Timchenko.
Early Life
Torbjorn Tornqvist was born in Jamtland.Sweden in 1952.He was raised in a modest family.and had to work hard to make his way in life.
Education
Tornqvist graduated from the Uppsala University in 1976 with a degree in Economics.He also attended the Stockholm School of Economics.
Career
Tornqvist began his career as a trader at the Swedish energy and commodities trading firm.Gunvor.in 1993.By 2001.he had become the CEO and majority shareholder of the company.
Notable Achievements
Under Tornqvist s leadership.Gunvor grew to become one of the largest independent oil traders in the world.The company has also become a major player in the global shipping and energy markets.
Philanthropic Work
Tornqvist is an active philanthropist.and has donated to numerous charitable causes.including education.the environment.and poverty relief.
An Important Event
In 2013.Gunvor was named as one of the key players in a major scandal involving money laundering and bribery.involving the former president of the Republic of Congo.
Personal Life
Tornqvist is married and has two children.He is a passionate tennis player and enjoys skiing and sailing in his free time.
Interesting Fact
Tornqvist is a major collector of contemporary art.and has an impressive collection of works from leading Swedish and international artists.
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