Karl Fredrik Staubo will take over as Golar LNG Partners' interim chief executive officer.

Staubo takes the helm of the New York-listed gas carrier owner immediately, replacing Graham Robjohns, who spent 20 years with the company.

Golar LNG Partners said Staubo has 10 years experience in shipping, energy and infrastructure, having spent the last three years as Clarksons Platou Securities head of shipping, and advising the Golar group during his time at Magni Partners.